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The United Nations has issued a stark warning that progress in maternal healthcare could be reversed due to significant cuts in humanitarian aid, sparked by funding decisions under the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump and compounded by the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China. This warning comes despite the release of a new UN report …

Hariphil Asia Resources, Inc. (HARI), the official Philippine distributor of Hyundai Trucks and Buses, is now into electric as it will unwrap its series of new energy vehicles in the one-day Hyundai Truck and Bus Mobility EV-olution Expo on May 2 at the Filinvest Tent in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.  The event will bring together key stakeholders from government, business, and …

The Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) has a new president and  Mikio Tsukui was formally introduced in a formal turnover ceremony last week at the Okada Hotel in Paranaque City. Tsukui succeeds Tetsuya Fujita, who has returned to Isuzu Motors Limited in Japan. A seasoned executive with over three decades of experience within the Isuzu Group, Tsukui has built a robust …

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) reiterated its commitment to education and skills development by donating three vehicles –one Mirage G4 GLX M/T and two L300 M/T units — to three academic institutions such as Laguna State Polytechnic University (LSPU) Siniloan campus, Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU)  Balanga campus, and Eulogio “Amang” Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology (EARIST) GMA campus. …

Several motoring journalists are invited to join the second edition of the Pink Argonauts Golf Tournament & Underwater Photo Competition with the underwater photo competition taking place from May 1-4 at the Aiyanar Beach and Dive Resort inAnilao, Mabini, Batangas while the golf tournament will be on May 9 at the Malarayat Golf & Country Club in Lipa, Batangas. The …

In a groundbreaking event, China held recently the world’s first marathon featuring humanoid robots racing alongside human participants. Leading the pack was the Chinese-made robot Tien Kung Ultra, which completed the 21-kilometer half-marathon in just under 2 hours and 40 minutes — all without showing any signs of fatigue, according to the state-run *Global Times*. Nearly 20 robotics companies participated, …

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) recently renewed its appeal to the country’s researchers, scientists, and innovators to collaborate with the agency to bring their work beyond the laboratory and into the hands of the public through commercialization and utilization. “To all researchers, scientists, and technology developers, I urge you to go beyond the laboratory and explore the market …

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has unveiled its own digital wallet, giving travelers a more convenient way to manage and use various electronic cards through a single account. The new PAL e-Wallet, launched recently, allows passengers to consolidate travel-related e-cards such as Mabuhay Miles, travel credits, compensation vouchers, and e-gift cards.  “This is part of our ongoing effort to enhance the passenger …

To date, a total of 631 individuals from 43 countries have ventured into space, based on recorded accounts.  This figure includes astronauts, cosmonauts, space tourists, and other non-professional travelers, with 82 women representing 13 nations among them.  The United States tops the list, having sent 369 astronauts into orbit. The Soviet Union and Russia follow with 138 cosmonauts, while China …

All-Inclusive Sales, Inc. proudly joined the Manila International Auto Show 2025 by bringing together some of the most trusted names in automotive replacement parts and supplies under various booths that were simply packed with buyers and car enthusiasts during the 4-day affair. As a key player in the aftermarket distribution industry, All-Inclusive Sales featured quality products from Bendix, Bluechem, KYB, …