ONE FOR THE ROAD What if I told you just as you were about to board a flight that 50 percent of the engineers who made the plane you’re about to get on said that there’s a 10 percent chance that everybody goes down? Would you still get on that plane? This was a question raised by Tristan Harris...
LOS ANGELES (AFP) -- A resurgent James Harden scored 42 points, including a last-gasp three-pointer to lift the Philadelphia 76ers over Boston 116-115 in overtime on Sunday, May 7, to level their NBA playoff series. *James Harden of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots the ball against Malcolm Brogdon of...
(Julia Filirovska/Pexels) Pork is an essential part of the Filipino diet and cuisine. Adobo, lechon, sisig, crispy pata, bagnet, and sinigang are examples of well-known Filipino pork dishes. However, buying pork can be overwhelming, especially for those still inexperienced in cooking. Once you go...
LOS ANGELES (AFP) — Bronny James, the 18-year-old son of NBA superstar LeBron James, announced Saturday, May 6, he has committed to play at the University of Southern California. *Bronny James (AFP)* In an Instagram posting, Bronny James displayed a photo of himself in the USC locker room...
( Karolina Grabowska/Pexels) Earthworms play a crucial role in agriculture and have been used as a sustainable method of improving soil quality. One of the ways that earthworms benefit agriculture is by improving soil structure. They create tunnels and burrows in the soil, which increases soil...
(Tima Miroshnichenko/Pexels) Soil or planting media sterilization is the process of killing harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and pests that can be present in soil or planting media before planting seeds or seedlings. It is important in gardening because it helps to prevent the spread...
Many agricultural areas in the Philippines are situated on slopes or steep terrain, which can pose challenges for farming. Sloping agricultural areas in the Philippines are particularly vulnerable to soil erosion and nutrient depletion, which can lead to reduced crop yields and lower soil...
Dr. Miguel David De Leon, a vitreoretinal surgeon and a field biologist, has been studying orchids, birds, and mammals for years, including the *Aerides lawrenceae* orchid. The nominate—or the original—species of *Aerides lawrenceae* is predominantly white and purple, with some green, but...
(icono/Pexels) Genetically modified (GM) crops or genetically modified organisms (GMO) have been developed and grown since the 1990s. They are created through the process of genetic engineering, where the DNA of an organism is modified to produce desirable traits. GM crops are created to increase...
Young farmers challenge awardees and DA-assisted MSMEs showcased their products. (*James Tababa*) After a temporary break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippine Food Expo is finally making its grand return. As the only all-Filipino food show in the country, it is expected to be one of the...
LOS ANGELES (AFP) -- LeBron James said the Los Angeles Lakers cannot afford to make any mistakes when they face off against Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors in their blockbuster playoff series opener on Tuesday, May 2. *LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half of Game...
NEW YORK (AFP) — James Harden scored a career playoff-high 45 points as the Philadelphia 76ers overcame the absence of Joel Embiid to stun the Boston Celtics in game one of their Eastern Conference semifinal series on Monday, May 1. *James Harden of the Philadelphia 76ers takes a shot against...
