Bugatti's first hybrid car costs $4M plus
The company said the 1,800-horsepower Tourbillon car is now in its "testing phase" and that deliveries of the 250 planned cars would start in 2026. The car, with its carbon body and 3D-printed parts, has three electric motors and one newly designed 1,000-horsepower fuel engine. The electric battery only has an autonomy of 60 kilometers, however, said the company which is owned by Porsche and Croatian company Rimac. Also going against the grain of the rest of the car industry, the Tourbillon has only a small screen for digital indicators. Made at a factory in Molsheim in eastern France, the Tourbillon has a "starting price" of 3.8 million euros ($4.1 million), the company said.
Source:Manila Times
June 22, 2024 04:11 UTC
3 suspected hackers caught, tech journalist implicated
Three alleged hackers were arrested by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Wednesday for hacking private and government websites, banks, and Facebook accounts. One has been a Manila Bulletin data officer for the past five years, another was a cybersecurity researcher in a company in Taguig City, and the third was a graduating student. ADVERTISEMENT‘Details of exploit’Inquirer.net, a sister company of the Philippine Daily Inquirer, reported that Samaniego denied the data officer’s allegations. According to the Bulletin data officer, one of the recent instructions Samaniego allegedly gave was to check the vulnerability of the 1Sambayan mobile app. ‘Vulnerability tests’Roren Marie Chin, chief of the NPC’s Public Information and Assistance Division, told the Inquirer that the investigation was connected to the case of Samaniego.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 22, 2024 02:13 UTC
Thai govt, central bank to discuss inflation target
BANGKOK — Thailand's Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira will discuss the inflation target with the central bank governor, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said on Friday, adding additional stimulus measures would be announced next week. The government has been at loggerheads with the central bank for months over interest rates, with the prime minister calling for a rate cut to boost Southeast Asia's second-largest economy. The Bank of Thailand bank held its key interest rate steady at 2.50 percent at a review earlier this month. In May, when Pichai assumed office, he said he would review the inflation target of 1 percent to 3 percent with the central bank. The central bank has previously said that interest rates and the inflation target were suitable.
Source:Manila Times
June 21, 2024 22:17 UTC
Philippines calls for prompt implementation of ceasefire plan in Gaza
Philippines calls for prompt implementation of ceasefire plan in GazaA smoke plume erupts over Khan Yunis from Rafah in the southern Gaza strip during Israeli bombardment on December 26, 2023, amid continuing battles between Israel and the Palestinian Hamas militant group. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines, through the Department of Foreign Affairs, has reiterated its call for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, urging the United Nations Security Council to promptly implement its proposed ceasefire deal to end the war. "The Philippines reiterates its call for an immediate ceasefire, the safe release of hostages, and the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. “The Philippines remains committed to supporting efforts aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Gaza. Whether Israel and Hamas agree to the ceasefire plan remains in question, but the resolution’s strong support in the UN’s most powerful body puts added pressure on both parties to approve the proposal.
Source:Philippine Star
June 21, 2024 20:21 UTC
WATCH: US recovers with win over Brazil in Men's VNL
Micah Christenson says it feels like a home game for USA in its past two games in the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Manila leg. Christenson and Team USA picked up their first win in Manila, recovering from their loss to Iran with a 25-21, 18-25, 25-21, 22-25, 15-9 victory against Brazil at the Mall of Asia Arena on June 20, 2024. VIDEO BY RIO DELUVIOGet the latest newsdelivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Source:Manila Times
June 21, 2024 16:37 UTC
Gov’t orders freezing of Porac Pogo assets
“The application shall cover all assets within the compound where Lucky South 99 Corp. is situated that are linked to unlawful activity as defined by [Republic Act No.] According to Bersamin, the assets to be frozen or preserved would include the whole compound of the illegal Pogo and all the vehicles found parked within the compound. ADVERTISEMENTPAOCC initially said that 158 foreigners were rescued from Lucky South 99. But when authorities noticed the photos and videos of dead people on his cellular phone, he was considered a “torture master” for Pogo workers who failed to follow the management’s orders. Casio said that had not a “leak” of supposedly confidential information happened, at least 1,000 Pogo workers would have been rescued.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 21, 2024 14:33 UTC
Oil shipments taking Africa route up 47%
HOUSTON, Texas — Global crude oil and oil products shipments taking the long route between Asia, the Middle East and the West is up 47 percent since attacks began on vessels using the shorter Red Sea route, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) said on Tuesday. The longer route around the Cape of Good Hope to avoid attacks by Yemen's Houthis has pushed up shipping costs, as about 12 percent of world total shipping traffic historically sailed through the Red Sea and Egypt's Suez Canal. Saudi Arabia and Iraq sent more crude oil to Europe around the Cape, rather than through the Red Sea and Suez Canal, accounting for 15 percent of the total increase. Asian and Middle Eastern refiners increased their refined product exports to Europe and diverted the cargoes around the cape, representing 29 percent of the increased trade. AdvertisementRussia sent nearly four times as much crude oil and refined products, including volumes from the Caspian Pipeline Consortium, to Asia around the cape in the first five months of 2024 than in 2023.
Source:Manila Times
June 21, 2024 04:10 UTC
Bishop: Unite in prayer against atheistic China
Bishop: Unite in prayer against atheistic China“China is a threat,” Catholic Archbishop Socrates Villegas warns. Wikipedia photo Archbishop Socrates Villegas: “If God is with us, no power can prevail against us”The prelate enumerates China perils:• “It maintains agents capable of espionage and subversion. • “Not only are our maritime zones usurped and fishermen evicted from fishing grounds, our marine environment is wrecked as China converts features into militarized islands. • “The possibility that the government has been infiltrated by persons on Beijing’s payroll puts our country’s sovereignty and independence on the line. Do not cower in fear lest our sacred rights be trampled on.”* * *Catch Sapol radio show, Saturdays, 8 to 10 a.m., dwIZ (882-AM).
Source:Philippine Star
June 21, 2024 00:28 UTC
Pinoys losing creativity?
Pinoys losing creativity? We want to believe that Pinoys are tops in creativity. Then the Koreans came around with better stories, better production values and even Pinoys were binge watching Korean telenovelas. I still believe that Pinoys are very creative but that natural creativity must be nurtured or it will be lost. The PISA test on creativity released last Tuesday has depressing news.
Source:Philippine Star
June 20, 2024 18:11 UTC
India's election and the Philippines
ONE could reasonably ask, "What does India's election have to do with us?" The lessons include inclusive growth, minority rights and sacrifice among the underdogs are often critical to curbing the majority. Well, elections can be curious and unpredictable, especially when done in India's way, which was over a couple of months and not a day. Wonder why PNoy's party hasn't won an election since the midterm of his presidency? His party won less seats that they could by not contesting seats where there was a stronger opposition candidate than that of Congress.
Source:Manila Times
June 20, 2024 16:26 UTC
Why teachers want the next DepEd secretary to stay above politics
Why teachers want the next DepEd secretary to stay above politicsPupils line up as they wait for their face-to-face classroom assignments at Malanday Elementary School in Marikina. Her background is not appropriate and she is too divisive to mobilize broad public support for education reforms,” Arguelles added. The teachers’ union publicly traded barbs with Duterte in 2023 after the group criticized the department’s efforts to address classroom shortages — a legitimate concern that has been the problem of nearly every DepEd secretary. Sara’s exit from DepEd opens doors for teacher unionsVladimir Quetua, ACT chairperson, said that the next DepEd secretary should be principled and capable of building consensus among teachers and students. The country “needs a DepEd Secretary who listens well, values democratic consultation and practices democratic leadership,” Quetua added.
Source:Philippine Star
June 20, 2024 16:21 UTC
Eight temporary application service centers established for JoyYou Card applications
The eligible elderly can head to eight additional locations to receive assistance with setting up their JoyYou Card so that they can continue to enjoy their travel discounts. The government announced today that it will set up eight temporary application service centers across Hong Kong to assist residents aged 60 or above to apply for the JoyYou Card so that they can continue to enjoy the HK$2 rides. Starting from August 25 this year, all Hong Kong residents aged 60 or above must use a JoyYou Card to enjoy the HK$2 Scheme. As for eligible persons with disabilities aged below 60, they can continue to enjoy the HK$2 Scheme using the Personalised Octopus encoded with "Persons with Disabilities Status" and need not apply for a JoyYou Card. The locations of the eight temporary application service centers can be found here.
Source:The Standard
June 20, 2024 13:52 UTC
Melco to open Studio City Cinema on June 26
Further diversifying and elevating the city's entertainment options with the first Dolby Cinema in Macau and Hong KongMACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 June 2024 - Melco Resorts & Entertainment has announced the grand opening of Studio City Cinema will take place on June 26. Studio City Cinema will be the first Dolby Cinema® in Macau and Hong Kong and will be housed within Studio City's recently added USD 1.2 billion complex designed by renowned architecture firm Zaha Hadid Architects. Melco aims for Studio City Cinema to further diversify and elevate the integrated resort's electrifying array of entertainment options, and deliver the most extraordinary cinematic experiences to citizens, tourists and movie enthusiasts alike. AdvertisementMr. Kevin Benning, Senior Vice President, Property General Manager of Studio City, Melco Resorts & Entertainment, said, "We are thrilled to announce June 26 as the official opening date of Studio City Cinema. The Company also majority owns and operates Studio City ( www.studiocity-macau.com), a cinematically-themed integrated resort in Cotai, Macau.
Source:Manila Times
June 20, 2024 13:22 UTC
Woman in stable condition after catching dengue fever from mosquito bite on bus
A 54-year-old woman caught dengue fever from a mosquito bite during her bus ride from her Tin Shui Wai home to her workplace at the Hong Kong International Airport. Long Win Bus said it has already inspected bus stops and bus compartments with officers from the CHP, and the company has already stepped up mosquito control efforts. Talks have been held in collaboration with the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department at the Tin Shui Community Center. Free dengue fever antibody tests have also been conducted for residents with relevant symptoms. Wong also said the dengue fever infections recorded overseas have increased significantly this year, therefore Hongkongers should be on high alert and apply mosquito repellent while traveling abroad.
Source:The Standard
June 20, 2024 12:53 UTC
DA to import more rice as ‘Bigas 29’ starts in July
The “aging” rice stocks to be sold are those that have been in storage or warehouses for three to six months, the DA said in a statement on Wednesday. “There are two approaches: first, if certain provisions of the RTL (Rice Tariffication Law) will be amended and second, if an executive order will be issued allowing the DA to do this (import rice) under the Price Act. “A dry run of the cheaper rice program is already underway in select Kadiwa centers, and has been well-received by potential beneficiaries,” the DA said. Thus, the DA said it needs to import 363,697 MT of rice to augment national buffer stocks, while the NFA would procure 559,535 MT of palay from local farmers, as required by law. “The estimated cost of securing rice buffer stocks to cover 19 days of national consumption is at least P28.39 billion,” the DA said.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 20, 2024 09:31 UTC