Isuzu makes new cash donation to national kidney institute

Isuzu Philippines Corp (IPC) turned over a P250,000 cash donation to the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI), in time for the observance of World Kidney Day 2023 last March 9 at the NKTI Atrium in Quezon City. The donation continues IPC’s gestures of support to medical institutions after the announcement of its “Road to …

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Hongqi enters as new EV player in PH market

FIRST Automotive Works (FAW) of China has appointed EVOxTerra as the official distributor of Hongqi vehicles in the Philippines. Established in 1958, Hongqi (pronounced as “Haang-chee”), which means “Red Flag,” is one of China’s most prestigious luxury automobile brands with a long, rich, and illustrious history. Its line of limousines and SUVs continues to be …

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Renewed scholarship program to benefit more students in Marawi

The Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) and the Mindanao State University (MSU) System have renewed their memorandum of agreement (MOA) for a scholarship program. Through the Bangon Marawi Program in Science and Technology Human Resource Development, more students from Marawi City and nearby towns can pursue their degrees as DOST scholars. “Education …

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NASA taps Boeing to develop new demonstrator airplane

The US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has selected Boeing and its industry team to lead the development and flight testing of a full-scale Transonic Truss-Braced Wing (TTBW) demonstrator airplane. The technologies demonstrated and tested as part of the sustainable flight demonstrator (SFD) program will inform future designs and could lead to breakthrough aerodynamics …

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New Lexus concept car on display at Mitsukoshi BGC

Lexus at Mitsukoshi is the luxury car brand’s space dedicated to its electrified vehicles in Mitsukoshi BGC. This new Lexus hub, located within the premium Japanese department store, embodies the brand’s commitment to omoteneshi—or unique Japanese hospitality. The space—which has been crafted to express Filipino artistry through native materials and modern interior design—also represents a combination …

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Nissan unveils new X-in-1 system to cut EV-making costs

Nissan has just unveiled its new approach to electrified powertrain development, which it calls Nissan X-in-1. Under the X-in-1 system, core electric vehicle (EV) and e-Power powertrain components will be shared and modularized, resulting in a 30% reduction, compared to 2019, in development and manufacturing costs by 2026. Through the X-in-1 approach, Nissan aims to …

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New research links stress, light exposure to breast cancer

New research from the University of the Philippines-Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) has found a conclusive link between stress, altered light-dark cycles—such as in the cases of night shift workers and frequent international travelers—and breast cancer. Image by Weand Ybañez Molecular biologist Dr. Pia Bagamasbad and her student, Weand Ybañez, at the UPD-National Institute of …

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Best climate change films win at 6th Indie-Siyensya

Excitement and anticipation surrounded the halls of the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) last February 25 as the 6th Indie-Siyensya Filmmaking Competition organized by the Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) marked its first physical awarding ceremony after almost three years and two seasons of virtual runs. “K5: Katutubong Kahoy Kontra Krisis sa …

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