7 h. ago Email signatures are harming the planet and could cost people their lives — it’s time to stop using them

The use of information technology (IT) has significant environmental and social impacts, including human mortality from climate change. One striking example is the carbon emissions and impacts associated with digital communication. To quantify the human cost of carbon-emitting technology, researchers use the 1,000-ton rule that estimates that for every 1,000 tons of carbon dioxide released […] The post Email signatures are harming the planet and could cost people their lives — it’s time to stop using them appeared first on Interaksyon.

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7 h. ago Nadine Lustre directs Robredo, De Lima for ‘Anxiety’ dance trend entry

Former vice president Leni Robredo thanked actress Nadine Lustre for directing a dance video with former senator Leila de Lima, which showed them joining the viral TikTok dance trend “Anxiety.” Leni shared a clip on her Facebook account on Monday, March 17, featuring the three of them doing the dance led by the showbiz personality. […] The post Nadine Lustre directs Robredo, De Lima for ‘Anxiety’ dance trend entry appeared first on Interaksyon.

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8 h. ago Cardinal Advincula visits Pasay jail, urges inmates to embrace hope

Cardinal Jose Advincula of Manila made a pastoral visit to inmates at Pasay City Jail on Tuesday, encouraging them to open their hearts to hope and compassion. Speaking during a special Mass, the cardinal emphasized that hardened hearts hinder relationships and solidarity. “An open heart binds us together as brothers and sisters,” Advincula said in […] The post Cardinal Advincula visits Pasay jail, urges inmates to embrace hope appeared first on Interaksyon.

Sport

8 h. ago Donatella Versace’s bold vision kept brand in the limelight after Gianni’s murder

MILAN — Donatella Versace, who helped to ensure the survival of the family fashion empire after the killing of her brother Gianni almost three decades ago, is to step down as the brand’s chief designer, its owner announced on Thursday. Donatella took on the role of chief creative officer after Gianni, who founded the company, was shot dead outside his […] The post Donatella Versace’s bold vision kept brand in the limelight after Gianni’s murder appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

11 h. ago ‘Not city pound or funded shelter’: Rescue group receives kitten from Lalamove rider

A non-profit animal rescue group reminded the public that it is not a funded shelter after receiving a kitten transported to them by a same-day delivery service provider. The Cat House, a family-run animal rescue group, reported receiving a kitten in a box secured only by tape from Lalamove on Saturday, March 15. The kitten […] The post ‘Not city pound or funded shelter’: Rescue group receives kitten from Lalamove rider appeared first on Interaksyon.

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14 h. ago Samsung CEO says company considering deals as it struggles for growth

SEOUL — Samsung Electronics said on Wednesday it is looking to drive growth as it faced tough questions from shareholders after its failure to ride an artificial intelligence boom made it one of the worst-performing tech stocks last year. The South Korean firm has been suffering from weak earnings and sagging share prices in recent quarters […] The post Samsung CEO says company considering deals as it struggles for growth appeared first on Interaksyon.

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21 h. ago Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Expands Globally with New Philippines Spot

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29 h. ago ‘Justice for Puti’: Case filed vs man caught killing cat in Pasig City

(Trigger warning: Contains graphic description of animal cruelty) The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) on Tuesday, March 18 said that it has filed a case against a man caught on CCTV brutally killing a stray cat named “Puti” in Pasig City. The video showed the suspect striking the cat with a metal object, causing it […] The post ‘Justice for Puti’: Case filed vs man caught killing cat in Pasig City appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

30 h. ago Heavy traffic helps authorities catch carnappers stealing luxury SUV in Pampanga

“May silbi rin pala ang traffic.” This was what some Filipinos said after the police caught carnappers who got stuck in traffic after stealing a luxury sports utility vehicle (SUV) from someone who wanted a car wash service. Reports said a black Toyota Land Cruiser was stolen in San Fernando City, Pampanga, on Friday evening, […] The post Heavy traffic helps authorities catch carnappers stealing luxury SUV in Pampanga appeared first on Interaksyon.

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31 h. ago Caught on CCTV: Korean resto catches diners placing ‘wet tissue’ in side dish

A Korean restaurant in Quezon City said that it would not tolerate any “fraudulent attempts” to damage its reputation after two diners were caught placing “foreign objects” in their side dish and blaming the restaurant for the incident. Leann’s Tea House posted CCTV footage on Saturday, March 15, showing two diners who allegedly placed a […] The post Caught on CCTV: Korean resto catches diners placing ‘wet tissue’ in side dish appeared first on Interaksyon.

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35 h. ago ‘Real legend’: Tributes, calls for justice pour in for stand

Tributes and calls for justice poured in for stand-up comedian Gold Dagal, known for his socially relevant commentaries and advocacy for human rights, following his untimely demise. Reports said the personality was shot dead in Pampanga on Saturday, March 15. Dagal was known for his jokes about the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) and his social […] The post ‘Real legend’: Tributes, calls for justice pour in for stand-up comedian Gold Dagal after his death appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

37 h. ago Madrid leader under fire after documentary on nursing home deaths in pandemic

Documentary highlights Madrid’s “protocols of shame” Madrid leader Ayuso disputes death toll, defends pandemic policies EU: Madrid was region with highest excess mortality Relatives sue over alleged discriminatory healthcare denials MADRID — A documentary on the deaths of thousands of elderly nursing home residents denied hospital care in Spain’s Madrid region during the COVID-19 pandemic prompted calls […] The post Madrid leader under fire after documentary on nursing home deaths in pandemic appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

55 h. ago Liam Payne fans dedicate commemorative bench in Buenos Aires cemetery

BUENOS AIRES — Fans of British singer Liam Payne on Sunday inaugurated a bench in his honor in the British Cemetery of Buenos Aires, where the former One Direction singer died after falling from the third floor of the hotel where he was staying. Benches in British parks and public spaces are often dedicated to lost loved ones, sometimes […] The post Liam Payne fans dedicate commemorative bench in Buenos Aires cemetery appeared first on Interaksyon.

Sport

60 h. ago Nuncio urges’ recommitment to evengalization’ on Catarman diocese’s 50th anniversary

The Vatican’s ambassador to the Philippines on Tuesday led the 50th anniversary celebration of the Catarman diocese, encouraging the local Church to “recommit to evangelization.” Speaking during Mass at Catarman Cathedral, Papal nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown urged the faithful to embrace their mission of spreading the Gospel. “It’s our responsibility to evangelize this generation by […] The post Nuncio urges’ recommitment to evengalization’ on Catarman diocese’s 50th anniversary appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

61 h. ago Why you should use turn signals while driving, according to Macoy Dubs

Content creator and car enthusiast Macoy Dubs stressed the importance of using turn signals and the potential consequences of neglecting them. The internet personality on Tuesday, March 11, shared the effects of failing to use signal lights, advising such motorists to attend “driving school.” “Pag ‘di ka nag-signal, magiging kamote ka, ‘pag naging kamote ka, […] The post Why you should use turn signals while driving, according to Macoy Dubs appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

3 d. ago Will a curfew ease overtourism in Seoul’s historic Hanok Village?

SEOUL —Kwon Young-doo, owner of a private art gallery in Seoul’s historic Bukchon Hanok Village, is concerned about an impending curfew policy aimed at mitigating overtourism in the area. The curfew, set for a trial in November and to be officially launched in March next year, will limit tourist access to specific areas of Bukchon from […] The post Will a curfew ease overtourism in Seoul’s historic Hanok Village? appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago Asian bishops appoint Cardinal David to lead new synodality commission

An Asian bishops organization has created a new department to help local churches implement the synodal vision more effectively and has appointed Filipino Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David as its head. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences said the “Commission for Synodality” aims to provide ongoing formation for bishops on synodality and create opportunities for resource-sharing […] The post Asian bishops appoint Cardinal David to lead new synodality commission appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

3 d. ago ‘Surprise guest’: Leopard cat spotted visiting Puerto Princesa hotel

An endangered leopard cat, locally known as “Tamaral” (Prionailurus bengalensis), was spotted wandering inside a hotel in Barangay San Jose, Puerto Princesa, Palawan on Thursday, March 13. According to G. Ruel Sangabriel, a hotel staff member, he initially mistook the animal for an ordinary cat, only to be shocked upon discovering it was a leopard […] The post ‘Surprise guest’: Leopard cat spotted visiting Puerto Princesa hotel appeared first on Interaksyon.

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3 d. ago 5 years since COVID was declared a pandemic, we’re still poorly prepared for the next one

On March 11 2020, as COVID continued to spread rapidly around the globe, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared a pandemic. More than 7 million people have since died from COVID. The virus, and the public health measures enacted to control it, have had far-reaching effects on societies around the world. Five years on, […] The post 5 years since COVID was declared a pandemic, we’re still poorly prepared for the next one appeared first on Interaksyon.

Science

3 d. ago US influencer who snatched baby wombat leaves Australia after outcry

SYDNEY — An American influencer who uploaded a video of her grabbing a baby wombat, triggering widespread outrage, has left Australia. Sam Jones, who describes herself as an “outdoor enthusiast and hunter”, posted the now-deleted video to her 92,000 Instagram followers from an unknown location in Australia. It showed her picking up the baby wombat from the side of a […] The post US influencer who snatched baby wombat leaves Australia after outcry appeared first on Interaksyon.

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