Breaking News, Latest Philippines Headlines, World, Entertainment, Politics, Weather & Video News
A cafe in the Philippines is helping its customers understand that it is “A-Ok” to be different. Most of the waiters at the Puzzle Cafe in downtown Manila have autism — a neurological disorder that makes it difficult for them to understand and express their emotions. The brightly colored cafe, with mismatched decor and a puzzle motif symbolizing the international sign of autism, has nine special-needs waiters working in hourly shifts. Each of these servers […]
(PIA 6) – There are several ways in which a person can respond and reach out to people who have suicidal tendencies, according to the Department of Health (DOH)-6. Dr. May Ann Sta. Lucia, DOH-6 Medical Officer for non-communicable disease cluster, during a press conference held at the Forest Park here, said those who have suicidal inclination can be referred to mental health facilities. She said if the person is violent, he or she must […]
Forgetting to charge your phone before heading to the beach need not mean social isolation anymore. This is Beachill – a beach mat that uses solar power to revive dead batteries. It also has a small in-built fridge to keep drinks cool. Beachill was originally a university project by Lebanese student Antoine Sayah. But after his tutors advised him to go into business he sold 60 Beachills in just two weeks. Inventor of Beachill, Antoine […]
(PIA) — Parents should uphold strong family bond with their children to prevent substance abuse among young people. Dr. Therese Castañeda, psychiatrist at the Pototan Treatment and Rehabilitation Center, said that parents are the first line of defense for children to avert drug or alcohol abuse. “Parents should know what their children’s hobbies are, their likes, in order to maintain that open communication,” she said. She said that parents should also set as good examples […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (September 16) – Most dread the idea of corporate attire, finding it confining, stifling, boring, stodgy, conservative, dull… as you can see, I don’t like the idea of corporate attire as well. But we are adults now, or at least young adult professionals. So, we must follow the corporate attire dress code. But don’t worry, wearing corporate attire can be fun and cool! Tired of the traditional black, gray or dark blue. […]
(Eagle News) — The shorelines of Costa Rica was invaded by thousands of sea turtles or “pawikan” to lay their eggs. In Costa Rica, the natural phenomenon was called “Aribada: which means “arrival” in Spanish. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
The demand for Apple’s latest addition – iPhone 6s is much stronger in China as compared to other parts of the world, including the U.S., according to the latest data unveiled by Apple’s news blog. The inventory blog of iPhone tracked the back-order status of various iPhone models by screen shots of Apple’s estimated waiting time. On Sept 12, shipping waiting time for the new iPhone 6s Plus in China stood at three to four […]
(Reuters) — All but five of 25 U.S. fast food and fast-casual chains got “F” grades for their antibiotic policies, according to a report by public interest groups including Friends of the Earth and the National Resources Defense Council. Among them: Starbucks, Subway, Wendy’s and Domino’s Pizza. The companies couldn’t immediately comment because they had not been given the results before publication. The report said, “Most top U.S. chain restaurants… have so far failed to […]
(Reuters) — Jaguar’s new sports car entered the record books on Monday (September 14) when it took the title for performing the largest ever loop the loop in a car ever. Guinness World Records said the Jaguar F-PACE driven by stunt driver Terry Grant successfully completed a 19.08 m tall, 360 degree circle. Grant drove the car after two months of intense preparation, with the international pro driver having to ensure his body was ready […]
SEPTEMBER 15 (Eagle News) — The world’s most expensive cake was customized and created by British designer Debbie Wingham, who is previously known in creating the world’s most expensive dress in the industry. The extravagant dessert is a six-foot long confection of a runway fashion show. The cake included 4,000 diamonds, including a pink diamond, yellow carat diamond and white diamonds. The decadent cake purchased by an unidentified buyer in the United Arab Emirates said […]
MANILA, Sep. 15 — The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) will be holding a policy discussion on the effects of climate change on the country’s agriculture sector and its relative impact on economic growth. NEDA together with the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), will organize the high-level policy form and research symposium, which will be held on September 18-19, 2015 at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Mandaluyong […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (September 9) – Nowadays, it’s so easy to influence people! Any video uploaded in the social media has the potential of becoming the next viral phenomenon – and like its namesake, can infect thousands! Recently, the “pabebe” phenomenon has captured the nation’s zeitgeist, inspiring a lot of copycats as well as generating lots and lots of criticism. The netizens are divided about the pabebe – is it good or bad? We will […]
