Rear Adm. Armand Balilo, spokesperson for the the PCG, said there was no leak yet from the 1.4 million liters of industrial fuel that the Philippine-flagged oil tanker “MT Terra Nova” was carrying. ADVERTISEMENTHe said what the PCG started collecting was oil coming from the working fuel of the motor tanker. READ: 1 dead, oil spill feared after tanker capsized in Bataan watersHe added the Terra Nova’s shipping company has already contracted a salvor to retrieve the tanker. ADVERTISEMENTOn Thursday, he warned that if the tanker’s cargo would leak, it would become the worst oil spill in the country’s history. As of Thursday afternoon, the PCG said divers were on standby for underwater assessment as soon as the weather permitted.

PALO ALTO, Calif. , July 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mega Matrix Corp. ("MPU" or the "Company") (NYSE American: MPU), today announced that FlexTV, its short drama streaming platform, surged into No.8. in the App Store Entertainment Apps (Free Apps, Japan ) as of July 26, 2024 . Following its 2nd place ranking inon, today FlexTV proudly ranked 8th place onApp Store Entertainment Free Apps ranking, reaffirming its excellence in the global short drama streaming industry. Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

Stocks end week on high noteThe benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index rose by 0.84 percent or 55.74 points to close at 6,726.01. MANILA, Philippines — The stock market bounced back to end the week on a high note as it drew inspiration from other markets in the region. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index rose by 0.84 percent or 55.74 points to close at 6,726.01. Claire Alviar of Philstocks Financial said the local bourse rebounded along with most Asian markets following the strong sell-off on Thursday. Aside from massive flooding, the weather typhoon also paralyzed the financial markets as stock market and foreign exchange trading suspended last Wednesday.

The future scientistsI recently met a group of five high school students who belong to a local science high school. These young scientists came by bus and jeep, no frills, with their drone, laptops and cameras. I asked them how they got into science high school and they shared that one has to have an average of 85 or higher in Math, Science and English. I always am amazed at meeting young scientists and often wonder how they came to be. That is what I see in these young scientists.

Hong Kong’s security chief, Chris Tang Ping-keung, said authorities will adopt facial recognition technology for police surveillance cameras in the SAR. His comments came as authorities earlier announced that 2,000 CCTV cameras would be installed across Hong Kong by the end of the year. Tang told an interview that introducing facial recognition technology will enhance law enforcement efficiency, with authorities currently examining the procedures required for proceeding with the plan. He emphasized that the authorities have strict requirements for accessing the CCTV footage, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. Tang also revealed that the 15 sets of cameras installed in Mong Kok as a technical trial had enabled the force to detect 13 types of crimes in the area.

MANILA, Philippines — A man fell off the New Senate Building and died in Taguig City, the police said Friday, July 26. ADVERTISEMENTCiting witnesses, the SPD said the man was first seen entering the premises of the New Senate Building, which is still under construction, around 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. A witness immediately alerted security guards about it but they failed to locate the man. READ: Maid dies after falling from roof as she was allegedly escaping from employerAround 9 p.m., the witness and other security guards heard a loud thud, according to police. The Senate also said the man fell off the north tower of the New Senate Building around 10:00 p.m. on July 25.

Waves crash on the coast of Sansha town as Typhoon Gaemi approaches, in Ningde, Fujian province, China. The storm has affected almost 630,000 people in China's Fujian so far, with almost half of them having to be relocated, Xinhua news agency reported. Earlier this week, it killed dozens of people as it swept through Taiwan and worsened seasonal rains in the Philippines. By late Friday, Gaemi is expected to reach Jiangxi province, home to China's largest freshwater lake, Poyang. In the Philippines, the storm killed 32 people, with the capital Manila declaring a "state of calamity" after widespread flooding.

ET on August 2, 2024 -SINGAPORE, July 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: LITB) ("LightInTheBox" or the "Company"), an apparel e-commerce retailer that ships products to consumers worldwide, today announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024 before the open of U.S. markets on Friday, August 2, 2024. LightInTheBox's management will hold an earnings conference call at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on August 2, 2024 (9:00 p.m. Hong Kong/Singapore time on the same day). A telephone replay will be available two hours after the conclusion of the conference call through August 9, 2024. LightInTheBox operates its business through www.lightinthebox.com, www.ezbuy.sg and other websites as well as mobile applications, which are available in over 20 major languages and over 140 countries and regions. AdvertisementInvestor Relations ContactInvestor RelationsLightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd.Email: [email protected]AdvertisementJenny CaiPiacente Financial CommunicationsEmail: [email protected]Brandi PiacenteAdvertisementPiacente Financial CommunicationsTel: +1-212-481-2050Email: [email protected]

About Hollysys Automation Technologies Ltd.AdvertisementHollysys is a leading automation control system solutions provider in China, with overseas operations in eight other countries and regions throughout Asia. In industrial automation, Hollysys delivers the full spectrum of automation hardware, software, and services spanning field devices, control systems, enterprise manufacturing management and cloud-based applications. Such forward-looking statements, based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Hollysys' management, are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.

AdvertisementConsistent with the "The Perfect Jinba-Ittai" philosophy, the Mazda CX-60 Pro presents unity between the driver and the vehicle. Besides the Mazda CX-60, at this year's GIIAS, Mazda also showcases other popular SUV line-ups such as the Mazda CX-30 and Mazda CX-5 (Medium SUV segment). Exhibition visitors can see the use of AutoExe products on several vehicles displayed at the Mazda booth, including the Mazda MX-5 GT Limited, Mazda 3 Fastback Dress-up with AutoExe, Mazda CX-5 Dress-up with AutoExe, and Mazda CX-60 Limited with AutoExe. Some vintage models on display include the Mazda K360, R360 Coupe, Mazda Familia, Mazda Light Bus Type A, Mazda Luce, Cosmo Sport, Mazda Capella, Mazda Road Pacer AP, Mazda Savanna RX-7, Eunos Roadster, Mazda Autozam AZ-1, and Mazda 787B. Car Model 1 Mazda CX-60 Pro 2 Mazda CX-60 Kuro 3 Mazda CX-30Fransiskus RosanoAriyo WahabMazda has also prepared various exciting activities during the exhibition.

Firefighters are investigating the cause behind a fire that destroyed several vehicles in Tai Po on Thursday afternoon. Around noon today, a fire occurred near Chun Tip House of Fu Tip Estate, with three cars and one storing skip engulfed in flames and smoke billowing. The firefighters dispatched one water jet and one breathing apparatus team to fight the fire. According to online videos and photos, the flames were fierce and residents were seen fleeing. An ambulance was standing by, but no evacuation had to be conducted and no injuries were reported.

Inside the dark world of Philippine scam centersThis handout photo taken on March 13, 2024 and received on July 18, 2024 from the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), shows devices used for scamming during a raid operations at a scam center in Bamban, province of Tarlac. In the Philippines, scam centers are often disguised as online gambling operations, which are mostly run by Chinese nationals and target people overseas. Five have been raided since last year, with several thousand foreigners repatriated, expelled or charged, Casio told AFP at his office inside one of the scam centers targeted. Authorities have frozen assets belonging to Guo and others linked to the scam center, including 90 bank accounts, properties, luxury vehicles and a helicopter. Casio fears Guo may try to evade arrest by changing her appearance at one of the clandestine hospitals set up by scam centers to treat their workers.

MANILA, Philippines — The water in La Mesa Dam already subsided below overflowing level on Thursday, according to state meteorologists. READ: La Mesa Dam overflows due to Carina, habagatADVERTISEMENT“La Mesa Dam reached overflow level yesterday,” Servando said in a situational briefing with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. “Currently it’s 80.13, the rains are not that much so we expect La Mesa level to be lower,” Servando said. At one point, the dam’s water level was at 80.17 meters due to heavy rains caused by southwest monsoon and Typhoon Carina. La Mesa Dam does not have floodgates.

BMW Concessionaires (HK) Ltd announced on Thursday that there has been a data leak of around 14,000 users and has already contacted the police and Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) for assistance. The company announced today there was a cyber security incident involving customer information that was handled by a third party agency. Titles, names, phone numbers, and SMS opt-out preferences were among the leaked data of the 14,000 users. The spokesperson stressed that they took the privacy of their customers very seriously and have intensified their security measures to further safeguard their system. They also urged their customers to remain vigilant in their personal data, and to contact them for further queries.

Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa says on July 25, 2024 that he would be checking evacuation centers due to reports of congestion. Herbosa noted that the overcrowded conditions could lead to the spread of diseases, and additional evacuation centers might be opened to alleviate the situation. VIDEO BY VIA BIANCA RAMONESGet 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