Technology and Travel

In 2023, one in 20 studies produced in the Philippines came from the UP Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS). With a total of 368 studies across all scientific disciplines, UPD-CS studies accounted for more than half of the total publications produced by UP Diliman. This number comes as no surprise since the College is home […]

Scientists from the University of the Philippines-Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) have transformed the anti-cancer compound deguelin into a novel class of compounds that show promise as safer and more effective treatments for colon, lung, and breast cancer. Originally used as a pesticide and fish poison, concerns arose regarding the safety of administering deguelin to

The Rolls-Royce Spectre has been touted as the world’s first ultra-luxury electric super coupe. But this pioneering EV has hit a snag. Its British maker has issued a recall for the Spectre EV due to a potentially faulty ground cable. Rolls-Royce stated in recall documents filed with the federal government and posted Monday (Jan 29)

Lithium iron phosphate batteries (LiFePO4 or LFP), which can be up to 30% cheaper to make than conventional lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries containing nickel, cobalt and manganese (NCM) will be produced by Nissan Motor. In a Jan. 30 Nikkei Asia report, Nissan Motor will manufacture LFP batteries using lower-cost materials, with plans to install them in

Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), a leading global merchant and processor of agricultural goods, has chosen bound4blue’s technology to install four 26-meter-high eSAILs on its chartered juice vessel in 2024. LDC and bound4blue recently announced an agreement for the manufacture and installation of the eSAILs on LDC’s MV Atlantic Orchard. This project is also in collaboration

IC Star Automotive Inc, the official and sole distributor of Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the Philippines, launched on Jan. 16 the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4Matic AMG at the Mercedes-Benz BGC showroom. It’s the latest addition to the Mercedes-Benz EQ family that was introduced last year. The all-electric luxury EQS sedan is the first model built

The number of medals that the Philippines had won from various international science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) competitions had again skyrocketed in 2023, setting a new mark in the country’s history of Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Awards. A total of 2,114 young Filipino geniuses from various regions in the country were conferred the

Honda unveiled on Jan. 10 the Honda 0 Series, a new EV (electric vehicle) series Honda will launch globally starting 2026, with the world premiere of two concept models, namely the Saloon and Space-Hub, at the CES 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Honda also presented the world premiere of the new H mark to be

Giant technology brand Honor and luxury lifestyle brand Porsche Design have announced a strategic partnership to create cutting-edge smart devices that combine exceptional design and advanced technology. The collaboration aims to deliver a range of high-end products, offering consumers a sophisticated and luxurious electronic experience that embodies the best of both brands.  “Honor’s human-centric design