Artemis II sets record for farthest journey from Earth
Rosemarie Zamora History unfolded before our eyes on Monday as the Artemis II mission of the National Aeronautics and Space…
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Drones enter Philippine coffee farms as new approach to cultivation
Andre Alfonso R. Gutierrez Drone technology is being introduced to coffee farms in the mountainous province of Benguet, offering a potential solution…
Artemis II marks NASA’s first crewed mission to the Moon in five decades
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has started its Artemis II mission, sending four astronauts on a…
Philippines launches new website to strengthen disaster preparedness
Hazel Camba Staying safe and informed during calamities is now easier for every Filipino with the launch of “Handa” —…
New dog DNA discovery pushes back dog domestication timeline by back 5,000 years
Ciara Mina According to new research, the discovery of the oldest dog DNA indicates that dogs have been "man's best…
Health news: Thailand’s bid to cut sugar levels sparks interest in Asia
Jheruleene Anne Ramos Thailand’s decision to implement the so-called “normal sweetness” initiative, which lowers sugar levels in beverages to curb non-communicable…
Denmark becomes first EU country to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis
Jacinth Banite Denmark has become the latest country to be certified by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the elimination…
Retired Australian gynaecologist faces inquiry over past surgeries on women
Australian authorities are looking into opening a criminal case against a retired male gynecologist, who has been accused…
Philippines to open national artificial intelligence hub to boost research and innovation
The Philippines will formally launch a national hub for artificial intelligence research and innovation next month, aiming to…
Notable achievements made since COVID-19 pandemic
Six years since the global coronavirus disease pandemic swept the world, the World Health Organization (WHO) and countries…
NASA finds Jupiter smaller, flatter than original measurement
The largest planet in the solar system may be a little smaller and more "squashed" than previously believed,…
Asian countries tighten airport health checks amid Nipah virus threat
Countries across Asia are enhancing traveler screening at airports following the recent Nipah virus cases reported in India’s…
Health authorities on alert as Nipah virus threatens Nepal
Nepali authorities are on alert as the Nipah virus threatens the Himalayan country following an outbreak in neighbouring…
Philippines explores nuclear technology to tackle plastic pollution
The Philippines is advancing the use of nuclear technology to address plastic pollution, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr…
Discovery of 67,800-year-old handprint marks possible oldest cave art
Researchers claim that the painted outline of a human hand found within a cave on the Indonesian island…
Report reveals the long-lasting effect of nuclear tests on humans
While most countries have stopped testing nuclear weapons, many people from past test sites are still reeling from…
Astronauts return to earth after first medical evacuation from ISS
Rachel Walker Four NASA astronauts have splash-landed back on Earth after being evacuated from the International Space Station (ISS). It…
Global report highlights generational gap in Malaysian mental well-being
Maybelene Marcelino A comprehensive international study examining psychological wellness among digitally connected populations has revealed contrasting outcomes across Malaysia’s age…
Philippine telecom trials remote-controlled antennas to improve mobile coverage
Philippine telecommunications group PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. have begun testing remote-controlled robotic technology on…
Philippine telecom tests robotic technology to remotely adjust mobile network antennas
Philippine telecommunications firm PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. have begun pilot testing robotic arm technology…
Apple cider vinegar for weight loss? Not anymore as BMJ pulls viral study
Vivien Bernardino Apple cider vinegar has long been touted as a holy grail for almost anything — from salad dressings…
New app transforms how tourists explore Manila’s historic Intramuros
Tourists and locals visiting Intramuros, the historic Walled City at the heart of Manila, Philippines, can now navigate…
Sci-fi or supper? Dubai’s ‘robot chef’ stirs excitement — and anxiety
Levi Mora Bon AI-petit! Dubai has added another futuristic flex to its growing list of world-firsts: a restaurant where the…
Philippines introduces mobile app to streamline access to free healthcare
Residents of Laguna province in the Philippines can now access free healthcare services through a mobile application, a…