Philippines’ Biggest Investment Show Returns to Dubai, Launches Worldwide Campaign
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The Philippines' largest international investment show made a grand return to Dubai this weekend, celebrating a major milestone and expanding its reach to empower Filipinos worldwide. The 10th annual Philippine Property and Investment Exhibition (PPIE) kicked off on Saturday at the iconic Bristol Hotel, reaffirming its status as a premier platform for overseas Filipinos to...
Death Toll Rises to 37 in Devastating Indonesia Lava Floods
JAKARTA, Indonesia — The toll of devastation from the weekend's lava floods in Indonesia's West Sumatra province continues to mount, with authorities reporting Monday that 37 people have been killed and 17 remain missing after powerful eruptions sent torrents of cold lava and mud crashing through villages. Search and rescue teams comprising soldiers, police and disaster personnel resumed operations Monday...
Cheung Chau Bun Festival Parade to Highlight Waste Charge and Anti-Scam Messages
CHEUNG CHAU, HONG KONG - As the island of Cheung Chau prepares to celebrate Buddha's Birthday on Wednesday, the annual Piu Sik Parade will take center stage, featuring colorful floats and costumed performers addressing timely issues. The parade, organized by the Kai-Fong Association, will showcase two main themes this year - the government's waste charge scheme and anti-scam awareness. In...
High Heat Index in 36 Areas in the Philippines, PAGASA Warns
MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine weather agency issued a dire warning on Monday, forecasting dangerously high heat index levels across 36 areas of the country. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), several regions are set to experience heat index readings between 42°C and a sizzling 47°C. "This is an extremely dangerous situation that poses a serious...
Hong Kong Tourism Board Unveils Mesmerizing Drone Show to Mark Cultural Festivals
Thousands of locals and visitors flocked to the bustling waterfront to witness the mesmerizing 10-minute performance, which celebrated the upcoming Buddha's Birthday and the iconic Cheung Chau Bun Festival. Approximately 1,000 drones soared up to 60 meters into the night sky, captivating the crowd with their synchronized maneuvers. The highlight of the show was a giant 30-meter wide "peaceful bun"...
KMB Mulls Fare Hike Amid Rising Costs and Electric Bus Investments
HONG KONG - Kowloon Motor Bus, Hong Kong's largest public bus operator, is not ruling out applying for a fare hike this year as rising costs, including investments in electric buses, have squeezed the company's finances. In a statement released on Saturday, KMB said operating costs have increased, citing higher expenses for fuel, labor, and its growing fleet of electric...
Devastating Floods Ravage Northern Afghanistan, Leaving Hundreds Dead – UN
KABUL, Afghanistan — Flash floods have ripped through northern Afghanistan, leaving more than 200 people dead in a single province, the United Nations said on Saturday. The deluge has brought widespread devastation to the region, with thousands of homes destroyed or damaged and emergency crews rushing to rescue stranded residents. Authorities have reported at least 200 fatalities in Baghlan province alone,...
Climate Change Fueling the Rise of Infectious Diseases Worldwide
Human-driven changes to the planet are dramatically impacting the spread of infectious diseases, with biodiversity loss and climate change emerging as major drivers, according to a wave of new research. The effects are complex and wide-ranging, with some diseases surging due to warmer, wetter conditions and others declining in certain regions as the climate shifts. But the overall trend is...
Massive Data Breach Hits Hong Kong Technology College
HONG KONG - A staggering data breach has compromised the personal information of over 8,000 students at the Hong Kong College of Technology, a private vocational institution, Hong Kong's privacy watchdog revealed Friday. The college disclosed that its IT network and file server were hacked in February, enabling a ransomware group to seize a whopping 450 gigabytes of sensitive data,...
More Updates on MTR Kwun Tong Line Services Disruptions on July 28
HONG KONG - Passengers on Hong Kong's aging Kwun Tong metro line should brace for disruptions this summer as MTR Corporation embarks on a major renewal project to replace decades-old infrastructure. Beginning July 28, train service between Tiu Keng Leng and Prince Edward stations will be reduced to every 5 minutes from the current 3-minute intervals. The move aims to...
