Transport resumes as Typhoon Chaba moves away from HK
Transportation gradually resumes as the observatory issued the No.3 Strong Wind Signal on Saturday afternoon to replace the No.8 Gale or Storm Signal. BusKMB and LWB will gradually operate in limited service starting from 5.30pm, whereas the following routes will have special arrangements. FerrySun Ferry’s Central-Cheung Chau & Central-Mui Wo ferry services are going to resume from 6pm onwards, while the inter-islands and inner harbor ferry services continue suspension and resume tomorrow. As for Star Ferry, its Tsim Sha Tsui-Central and Tsim Sha Tsui-Wan Chai routes will resume starting from 6.30pm. Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry also resumes sailings of its Central to Yung Shue Wan, Central to Sok Kwu Wan, and Central to Peng Chau (fast ferry) routes at 6pm.
Source:The Standard
July 02, 2022 23:10 UTC
VMware unveils hybrid cloud services
VMWARE Inc. unveiled VMware vSphere+ and VMware vSAN+ to help organizations bring the benefits of the cloud to their existing on-premises infrastructure with no disruption to their workloads or hosts. VMware vSphere+ and VMware vSAN+ are an integral part of the VMware Cloud strategy to deliver consistent infrastructure with value-added capabilities across distributed environments. In many instances, customers' vSphere environments are distributed across siloed locations, edge sites and clouds leading to operational complexity and inefficient maintenance experience. vSphere+ and vSAN+ provide a unified infrastructure management experience for these distributed environments via the VMware Cloud Console. Admins would be able to perform certain operational tasks directly from the VMware Cloud Console such as managing configurations and policies across their deployments.
Source:Manila Times
July 02, 2022 17:41 UTC
Typhoon cancels daily Covid briefing as HK sees 2,227 cases
Hong Kong reported 2,227 new Covid-19 cases on Saturday, according to a statement released in the afternoon as the daily briefing was canceled because of Typhoon Chaba. The official caseload of the fifth wave now stands at 1,237,711, the Centre for Health Protection reported. Meanwhile, three more deaths were added by the Hospital Authority, pushing the death tally of the fifth wave to 9,192. The overall Covid death tally of Hong Kong now stands at 9,405. Health authorities also banned the landing of passenger flights in Hong Kong from Istanbul operated by Turkish Airlines for five days from Sunday to Thursday.
Source:The Standard
July 02, 2022 16:29 UTC
Mudslide leaves 19 dead, 50 missing in India
GAUHATI, India: Rescuers found more bodies on Friday as they resumed searching for dozens of missing people after a mudslide triggered by weeks of heavy rains killed at least 19 people at a railroad construction site in northeastern India, officials said. Intermittent rain continued in the region where 19 bodies have been recovered so far after a hillock caved in and buried the railroad project area, Guite told the Associated Press (AP). Because of a decades-old insurgency seeking a separate homeland for ethnic and tribal groups in the area, army personnel had been providing security for the railway officials. Some survivors recalled being swept down by the gush of the hill debris, The Times of India newspaper cited Daichuipao, a resident, as saying. Monsoon rains in South Asia typically begin in June, but torrential rain lashed northeastern India and Bangladesh as early as March this year.
Source:Manila Times
July 02, 2022 15:31 UTC
No.3 Strong Wind Signal issued, to stay before midnight
The Observatory issued the No.3 Strong Wind Signal to replace the No. 8 Gale or Storm Signal at 4.20pm Saturday as more and more citizens are heading outdoors amid less heavier rains. The signal means that winds with mean speeds of 41 to 62 km/h are expected, and it will remain in force before midnight tonight. However, strong winds are still prevailing over the territory, occasionally reaching gale force offshore and on high ground. Some expressed disappointment as they had to cancel their outdoor activities over the stormy weather this weekend, while others worried that shops would stay closed even after the typhoon signal is further downgraded.
Source:The Standard
July 02, 2022 14:53 UTC
All-in-one money app Maya introduces a new generation of digital financial services
Maya's unique all-in-one money app, which seamlessly combines digital banking services, crypto, and an e-wallet for the customer, clearly addresses the pent-up demand for world-class financial services," said Pepe Torres, Chief Marketing Officer of Maya. It also complements Maya Savings, now available for all upgraded Maya customers. Maya Savings is a digital savings account with a 6% interest rate* that's as easy to use as an e-wallet. On top of digital banking services powered by Maya Bank, Maya also offers cryptocurrency at the back of PayMaya Philippines' Virtual Asset Services Provider license. It is powered by the country's only end-to-end digital payments company, PayMaya Philippines, and Maya Bank for digital banking services.
Source:Manila Times
July 02, 2022 13:13 UTC
5-year term for President, VP with reelection proposed
On the day of President Marcos’ inauguration, a legislator pushed to amend the Constitution by proposing a five-year term for the president, who may seek reelection once. In his measure, Gonzales cited the “overwhelming electoral mandate” that Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte received in the May 2022 elections. FEATURED STORIESThe lawmaker noted that the President got 31,629,783 votes, or 58.77 percent of the total votes cast, while the Vice President got 32,208,417 votes, or 61.53 percent of the total votes cast. “The clear majority mandate of our new President and Vice President would be the green light from our citizenry to proceed to the discussion on Charter change,” Gonzales said in a statement. RELATED STORY:House reso seeks cha-cha to allow 5-year term, reelection for president, VPRead NextMOST READ
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
July 02, 2022 08:19 UTC
No.8 Storm Signal to remain in force before 4pm Saturday
8 Gale or Storm Signal will remain in force before 4pm Saturday as the observatory advised the public to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports. The signal means that winds with mean speeds of 63 kilometers per hour or more are expected from the southeast quarter. Chaba’s rainbands are bringing violent winds and heavy showers to the Pearl River Estuary. Gale force winds are affecting many places in the territory, while winds occasionally reach storm force offshore and on high ground. Gales associated with Chaba will continue to affect the vicinity of the Pearl River Estuary in the early afternoon.
Source:The Standard
July 02, 2022 04:46 UTC
Five takeaways from 2022 State of Civil Society Report
Civicus' 2022 State of Civil Society Report analyzes global events and outlines the current state of play. Even in the challenging context of Jamaica, advances have been made by civil society through the regional human rights system. Steps forward have come after years of campaigning by civil society, which is increasingly modelling and proving the value of diversity. Meaningful civil society engagement and access to key arenas can help overcome these bureaucratic shortcomings. BY MANDEEP TIWANA / IPSMandeep Tiwana is chief programs officer and representative to the UN headquarters in New York at Civicus, the global civil society alliance.
Source:Manila Times
July 02, 2022 04:07 UTC
Typhoon signal raised to T8, remain in force before 5am
The Hong Kong Observatory issued the No. 8 signal will remain in force before 5am on Saturday. Gale force winds are affecting many places of Hong Kong while winds on high ground even reach storm force occasionally. Members of the public are advised to take note of the latest weather information before leaving home on Saturday morning. The rainbands associated with Chaba will bring occasional heavy showers and violent gusts to Hong Kong.
Source:The Standard
July 01, 2022 17:31 UTC
What is the crime of adultery?
Can I file an adultery case against the brother of my wife's officemate without including my wife in the complaint because I do not want to hurt my two daughters who love their mother so dearly? BobbyDear Bobby,To answer your question, we shall refer to Article 333 of the Revised Penal Code, which provides:"Article 333. Who are guilty of adultery. "Adultery shall be punished by prision correccional in its medium and maximum periods. "The crimes of adultery and concubinage shall not be prosecuted except upon a complaint filed by the offended spouse. The man will likewise be guilty of adultery, if he commits such carnal act knowing that the woman is married.
Source:Manila Times
July 01, 2022 16:11 UTC
News Subscription Service Market to Witness Huge Growth by 2029 -Amazon, Apple News, Automotive News, Bloomberg, FINANCIAL NEWS, New Readers Press, NOLA, NY Daily News, Positive News, Science News, Th
The Global News Subscription Service Market Size is Projected to Reach a CAGR of 39% during 2022-2029. (3) How will the News Subscription Service market dynamics change because of the impact of future market opportunities, restraints, and drivers? (5) How will these strategies influence the News Subscription Service market growth and competition? Table of Content:Chapter 1: Introduction, market driving force product Objective of Study, and Research Scope News Subscription Service MarketChapter 2: Exclusive Summary – the basic information of the News Subscription Service Market. Chapter 3: Displaying the Market Dynamics- Drivers, Trends, and Challenges of News Subscription ServiceChapter 4: Presenting News Subscription Service Market Factor Analysis Porters Five Forces, Supply/Value Chain, PESTEL analysis, Market Entropy, Patent/Trademark Analysis.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
July 01, 2022 16:08 UTC
Jokic re-signs with Denver in record $264-M deal
Two-time defending NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic will stay with the Denver Nuggets on a five-year, $264 million supermax contract extension that is the biggest in league history, US media reported Thursday. Nikola Jokic (AFP)The Denver Post was among several outlets reporting Serbian star Jokic’s mammoth deal as the league’s free agency negotiating period got underway. As the Post noted, the move wasn’t unexpected after Jokic, drafted in the second round by the Nuggets in 2014, indicated after Denver fell to the Golden State Warriors in the playoffs that he wasn’t interested in moving. He arrived in Brooklyn in 2019, departing Golden State as a free agent to form a superteam alongside point guard Kyrie Irving. A day earlier, Irving exercised his option to remain under contract with the Nets for a $36.9 million in the upcoming season.
Source:Manila Times
July 01, 2022 14:28 UTC
President swears in members of Cabinet
THE members of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s Cabinet were sworn in on Thursday in Malacañang following the inauguration of the country's 17th president at the National Museum. Nograles was renominated as chairman of the Civil Service Commission. Marcos will temporarily be the Agriculture secretary while Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio will serve as Education secretary. "Once we had an education system that prepared coming generations for more and better jobs. Vice President and soon-to-be Secretary of Education Sara Duterte-Carpio will fit that mission to achieve," he said.
Source:Manila Times
July 01, 2022 14:26 UTC
Police arrest man for murder after celebrity yoga teacher dies in hotel
Police have on Thursday night arrested a man over the murder of a 23-year-old internet celebrity at a Tsim Sha Tsui hotel. It is understood that the victim is Aqua Chow, a yoga instructor and an influencer, while the suspect is her ex-boyfriend. Officers discovered that the victim had sustained more than 30 knife wounds and was certified dead at the scene. Officers on the scene discovered signs of fighting at the scene, with blood stains found around the room. The force said investigations are ongoing and a post-mortem examination will be conducted later.
Source:The Standard
July 01, 2022 10:26 UTC