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From helpful mentors to immersive booths: What to expect at PH Digicon 2023
Mentoring sessions, an innovation showcase and other activities await guests of this year’s digital convention. The Philippine Digital Convention, or the PH Digicon is touted as the most prestigious thought leadership event in the Philippines. It is set to return onsite for the first time since the mobility restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is […] The post From helpful mentors to immersive booths: What to expect at PH Digicon 2023 appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Philippines, allies kick off naval drills amid Asia-Pacific tension
MANILA — Forces from Manila, Britain, Canada, Japan and the United States kicked off on Monday two weeks of joint naval exercises in Philippine waters as a “show of force”, amid flaring regional tension. With more than 1,800 participants, the drills follow last week’s move by Beijing to block Philippine fishermen from Asia’s most contested maritime feature, […] The post Philippines, allies kick off naval drills amid Asia-Pacific tension appeared first on Interaksyon.
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How China-West tensions will shape global markets
LONDON — Tensions between the West and China are rising, from tit-for-tat trade tariffs to tech rivalry and spying allegations. The ramifications for global markets are significant, with Washington and Beijing’s determination to loosen dependence on each other fraying long-established supply chains. That could help keep inflation and interest rates elevated. Still, there are gains for emerging […] The post How China-West tensions will shape global markets appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Arshie Larga recalls TikTok journey after snagging top award: ‘Hindi ako makapaniwala’
TikTok can be used as a platform to spread free health and medical information to people who need it, according to pharmacist-turned-content creator Arshie Larga. Arshie is named this year’s TikTok Creator of the Year Award. It is the coveted top award of the third edition of TikTok Awards Philippines held last Saturday, September 30. […] The post Arshie Larga recalls TikTok journey after snagging top award: ‘Hindi ako makapaniwala’ appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Jed Madela’s school class section delights Pinoys anew at ABS-CBN Ball
The caption of a Facebook post of a news outlet featuring OPM singer-songwriter Jed Madela at the ABS-CBN Ball 2023 earned the attention of online Filipinos. ABS-CBN News on Saturday shared the red carpet look of the artist on the social networking platform with the caption: “Grade 1 – Jed Madela, mag-ingay!” the news outlet said […] The post Jed Madela’s school class section delights Pinoys anew at ABS-CBN Ball appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Marcos suffers ‘significant’ drop in approval rating
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos has suffered a “significant” drop in his approval rating as soaring consumer prices in the Philippines undermines his support, a polling organization said on Monday. The Pulse Asia Survey, conducted from Sept. 10 to 14, found 65% of 1,200 respondents approved of the president’s performance, down 15 points from 80% […] The post Marcos suffers ‘significant’ drop in approval rating appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Hong Kong exiled activists silenced online as surveillance rises
Hong Kong shifts focus to exiled activists with bounty for arrests Overseas Hong Kongers say online threats have risen Many forced to self-censor despite living abroad LONDON — Unlike most 27-year-olds, Chung Ching Kwong does not want any of her life shared on social media. Both her and her loved ones’ safety and freedom are […] The post Hong Kong exiled activists silenced online as surveillance rises appeared first on Interaksyon.
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There are more plant owners than fur parents in the Philippines — SWS
The Philippines appears to be more of a “plantito or plantita” country than a pet country. Survey research institution Social Weather Stations (SWS) on September 28 reported that 67% of Filipino households have house plants or a garden and 64% have pets. The national survey was conducted on March 26-29, 2023 for SWS’ first quarter report, […] The post There are more plant owners than fur parents in the Philippines — SWS appeared first on Interaksyon.
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‘Paano naubos’: Local author writes poem about ‘Sara’ amid confidential funds issue
A Filipino poet wrote a composition referencing the Office of the Vice President (OVP)‘s spending of confidential funds, which garnered controversy. Kit Ruiz or Kit, author of the poetry collection “Maliliit na Bagay,” uploaded his writing on Facebook on September 27. “Sh*t. Paano naubos ni Sara sa loob ng 11 days ang perang kikitain mo […] The post ‘Paano naubos’: Local author writes poem about ‘Sara’ amid confidential funds issue appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Kris Aquino gives health update, clarifies she is not in a relationship
Showbiz personality Kris Aquino gave updates concerning her health and her relationship status in an Instagram post on Monday. The former actress on October 2 posted a picture of her having blood extraction done and expressed her gratitude to people who have continuously prayed for her recovery. “THANK YOU for your continued PRAYERS, [I] don’t […] The post Kris Aquino gives health update, clarifies she is not in a relationship appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Pope Francis calls silence ‘essential’ at prayer vigil for Synod on Synodality
VATICAN — Pope Francis told those gathered at an ecumenical prayer vigil days before the opening of the Synod on Synodality that silence is essential for Christians. “In a world full of noise, we are no longer accustomed to silence; indeed sometimes we struggle with it, because silence forces us to face God and ourselves. […] The post Pope Francis calls silence ‘essential’ at prayer vigil for Synod on Synodality appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Taylor Swift’s NFL era: Pop star attends second Chiefs football game
Pop megastar Taylor Swift traveled to New Jersey on Sunday night to watch Travis Kelce and his Kansas City Chiefs take on the New York Jets, as rumors about the pair’s relationship send the National Football League’s ticket sales and television viewership soaring. NBC’s cameras showed Swift in a luxury box with several other celebrities, […] The post Taylor Swift’s NFL era: Pop star attends second Chiefs football game appeared first on Interaksyon.
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What do people think about when they go to sleep?
You’re lying in bed, trying to fall asleep but the racing thoughts won’t stop. Instead, your brain is busy making detailed plans for the next day, replaying embarrassing moments (“Why did I say that?”), or producing seemingly random thoughts (“Where is my birth certificate?”). Many social media users have shared videos on how to fall […] The post What do people think about when they go to sleep? appeared first on Interaksyon.
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North Korea blames US for ‘grave terrorist’ act against Cuban embassy
SEOUL — North Korea accused the United States on Sunday of letting a “terrorist” act against Cuba take place on U.S. soil, saying a recent attack against the Cuban embassy in Washington was the result of “despicable anti-Cuban” U.S. intentions. The United States has neglected to ensure the safety of the Cuban mission and was only keen to put countries […] The post North Korea blames US for ‘grave terrorist’ act against Cuban embassy appeared first on Interaksyon.
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NFL-The ‘Taylor Swift effect’ brings spending boost to football
NEW YORK — The “Swift Effect” will be in full force when the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs travel to New York on Sunday, as a connection between pop music phenomenon Taylor Swift and NFL tight end Travis Kelce has sent fans into a frenzy. The rumored relationship marks a collision between two of […] The post NFL-The ‘Taylor Swift effect’ brings spending boost to football appeared first on Interaksyon.
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