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Google Will Be Deleting Inactive Accounts; Here's How to Save Yours
Heads up to pretty much everyone—Google will be coming after user accounts that haven’t been used in the last two years. Inactive accounts will be deleted starting December 1, 2023 as part of Google’s new policy to strengthen its security and protection. According to Google, inactive accounts are ten times less likely to have a two-step verification set up that makes it vulnerable to online häçks. “If an account hasn’t been used for an extended period of time, it is more likely to be compromised. This is because forgotten or unattended accounts often rely on old or re-used passwords that may have been compromised,” Google wrote in a blog post. “To reduce this risk, we are updating our inactivity policy for Google Accounts to two...
Sen. Robin Padilla apologizes for his unhonorable' action during a hearing
“Tayo po ay humihingi ng dispensa sa mga taong nasaktan doon sa pagiging ‘Suklayin mo baby,’” he said during an interview with the Senate reporters on May 25. The Senator explained that combing his facial hair is part of his regular grooming routine. He admitted that his mustache tends to become itchy when he wears a face mask. “Sa mga nagbibigote, sasang-ayon sa akin yung mga nagbibigote na hindi ibig sabihin na kapat nagsusuklay ka, ikaw ay naiinip. Hindi po. ‘Yan po ay una, tinatanggal mo ‘yung kati. Makati eh. “Bakit po makati? Kasi mahirap po sa lahat ‘yang naka-mask ka at may bigote ka kasi po sa loob, nagtutusok-tusok yan,” Padilla explained. Source: MSN
Nakulong dahil sa Bible
A toddler in North Korea has been jailed for life after their parents were found with a Bible, according to the new International Religious Freedom Report from the US State Department. The unnamed two-year-old child has been sentenced to life in a prison camp, with their entire family also jailed. Their story was detailed a new report exposing multiple cases of North Koreans being killed for the Christianity, including an execution by firing squad of one woman and her grandchild in 2011.The report claimed this was because Christians are perceived as a “hostile class” and a “serious threat to loyalty to the state” (c) DailyLoud
China tells tech users to stop using Micron chips
China tells tech users to stop using Micron chips© Provided by The Manila Times BEIJING: Stepping up a feud with Washington over technology and security, China's government on Sunday told users of computer equipment deemed sensitive to stop buying products from the biggest US memory chipmaker, Micron Technology Inc. Micron products have unspecified "serious network security risks" that pose hazards to China's information infrastructure and affect national security, the Cyberspace Administration of China said on its website. Its six-sentence statement gave no details. "Operators of critical information infrastructure in China should stop purchasing products from Micron Co.," the agency said. The United States, Europe and Japan are...
Bagyong Betty Mawar Update Today, PAGASA Weather Forecast, Storm Track & Signals
A typhoon with international name Mawar is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Friday and will be locally named Bagyong Betty, state weather bureau PAGASA said. According to PAGASA, Bagyong Betty “Mawar” was located at 2,330 km east ng Mindanao with maximum sustained winds of 130 kph. Bagyong Betty may reach the super typhoon category as it enters the Philippine Area of Responsibility. No concrete details yet if Bagyong Betty may landfall in the Philippine soil. Currently Betty is not affecting the weather system in the Philippines. Storm track and storm signals are yet to be announced in the coming days. PAGASA PRESS CONFERENCE
ABS-CBN's TeleRadyo to cease operations in June
ABS-CBN's TeleRadyo will be ceasing its operations on June 30 amid financial losses since 2020. "The company is deeply saddened by this closure and having to part ways with the many passionate and committed people who have made Teleradyo an important source of news and information for many Filipinos," ABS-CBN said in a statement. To cushion the blow, ABS-CBN is entering into a joint venture with Prime Media Holdings Inc. to produce various programs. ABS-CBN's statement on the closing of Teleradyo effective June 30 ABS-CBN Corporation© Provided by PhilSTAR Life The programs will be supplied to broadcasters and other third-party platforms, like the Philippine Collective Media Corporation owned by House Speaker Martin Romualdez. Under...
Claudine Barretto reveals late-night visit to Rico Yan's grave on Easter Sunday
Claudine Barretto reveals late-night visit to Rico Yan's grave on Easter Sunday Claudine Barretto is clearly missing Rico Yan. On Instagram Thursday, the actress shared a video and a couple of snaps from her late night visit to Rico Yan's grave on Easter Sunday. advertisement Wearing a black top and a short Channel houndstooth patterned skirt, Claudine ρáíd a visit to her former reel- and real-life boyfriend, and greeted him a "Happy Easter." She noticed the single candy placed on top of the grave, before crouching down to touch his tombstone, and presumably said a prayer.
Government may take back control of NGCP
Government may take back control of NGCP© STAR/Michael Varcas NGCP ready to explain investments MANILA, Philippines — The government will take back control of the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) “if necessary,” Malacañang said yesterday as the Senate started scrutinizing China’s role in the operations of the country’s sole power grid operator. President Marcos has E×ρréššed his support for the Senate probe to determine whether the government should take over the NGCP, which is partly owned by China, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said in a statement. In a statement yesterday, the NGCP said it is “fully cognizant that its franchise is a privilege granted… by the government.” “We remain ready to answer any...
Fire hits Manila Post Office
MANILA, Philippines — Firefighters are still trying to extinguish the blaze at the Manila Post Office building early Monday morning as it reached the General Alarm. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the fire was confirmed and raised to first alarm at 11:41 p.m. on Sunday, May 21. The fire was then raised to 2nd alarm at 1:28 a.m.; third alarm at 2:17 a.m.; fourth alarm at 4:28 a.m.; and fifth alarm at 4:32 a.m. Fire at the Manila Post Office building. Photo from the Facebook page of the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office It reached Task Force Alpha at 4:36 a.m.; Task Force Bravo at 4:45 a.m.; Task Force Charlie at 5:02 a.m.; Task Force Delta at 5:25 a.m.; and General Alarm at 5:54 a.m. The...
Uniteam no more? House squabble puts spotlight on 2025, 2028 elections
Two obliterated political parties in the House of Representatives may not be part of the inner circle, but they are closely watching developments unfold after the chamber’s leadership stripped former president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo of her senior deputy speakership title. They believe her demotion, and the subsequent exit of Vice President Sara Duterte from her political party Lakas-CMD, suggest that the fragile alliance that comprises the incumbent administration (called “Uniteam”) is not having a kumbaya moment. They even suspect that it’s a sign some politicians are positioning themselves early for 2025 and 2028.
WATCH: Valedictorian says PMA Class of 2023 ready to serve' Filipinos
Philippines – With the challenge to “always seek excellence” and a promise of being ready to serve the country, the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Madasigon Class of 2023 graduated on Sunday, May 21, and began their service as commissioned officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. 1st Lieutenant Warren Leonor, the son of a retired Air Force sergeant, was the topnotcher of the class. Like his father, he will be serving in the Air Force. Leonor also ρáíd tribute to two members of the Class of 2023 who died when they were just freshmen – cadets Darwin Dormitorio and Mario Telan Jr., who died inside the PMA in separate instances of abuse and neglect. Of the 310 graduates, 158 are joining the Army, 75 will be joining the Air...
Despite medal limit, Carlos Yulo to earn nearly P800,000 after stellar SEA Games run
MANILA, Philippines – Nearly P800,000 in cash incentives await Carlos Yulo following another impressive campaign in the Southeast Asian Games. The gymnastics star ended the SEA Games as arguably the Philippines’ best performing athlete despite a medal cap imposed by host Cambodia as he captured two golds and two silvers – a haul that will net him P787,500. Unlike the past SEA Games where he emerged as the most bemedalled Filipino athlete with five golds and two silvers, Yulo was allowed to contend for only two apparatus medals in this edition. But that limit did not prevent Yulo from stamping his class as he struck golds in men’s individual all-around and parallel bars and bagged a pair of silvers in rings and team all-around.
NIKI Concert
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US equity firm looks to more investments in PH
Former US vice president and Cerberus chairman James Danforth Quayle ρáíd a courtesy call on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Malacañang on Friday. Photo from PCO© Provided by The Manila Times US-BASED Cerberus Global Investment LLC has pledged "bigger investments" as it aims to expand its operations in the Philippines, a Palace official said. The commitment was made when Cerberus Global Investment LLC's top executives, led by former US vice president and company chairman James Danforth Quayle, ρáíd a courtesy call on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Malacañang on Friday. In a statement, Presidential Communications Secretary Cheloy Garafil said Quayle told Marcos that Cerberus is "excited" to be a part of the Philippine economic...
Carlo Paalam dominates opponent to clinch SEA Games 2023 boxing gold
PHNOM PENH—Carlo Paalam found Indonesia’s Aldoms Suguro an open target to claim victory in the men’s bantamweight division on Sunday at the 32nd Southeast Asian Games. Paalam calculated his foe at the onset before delivering accurate hits that found their mark to win by unanimous decision on Sunday for the country’s second gold medal in boxing. By the end of the second round, the Filipino Olympic silver medalist just went through the motions of securing his second victory in this SEA Games after winning the title in the 2019 edition held in Manila Suguro caught him on the ropes, but the 24-year-old boxing treasure from Talakag, Bukidnon efficiently evaded the punches throw his way. Paalam, the 2022 Asian championships champion in...
IOS 15.7.5 and
Apple Releases iOS 15.7.5, macOS 11.7.6 and macOS 12.6.5 with Security Improvements Monday April 10, 2023 10:21 am PDT by Juli Clover Apple today seeded new iOS 15.7.5, macOS Big Sur 11.7.6, and macOS Monterey 12.6.5 updates, with the new software introducing security improvements for those who are running older Macs, iPads, and iPhones that can't be updated to iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura. ‌‌iOS 15.7.5 can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update. The macOS Big Sur and macOS Monterey updates can be downloaded on the Mac by going to System Preferences > General > Software Update. Apple last Friday released new versions of iOS 16.4.1 and macOS Ventura 13.3.1 with...
DepEd Laptop
Laptops procured by DepEd for public schools ended up being sold in retail stores and on Facebook marketplace. At least four Coby NBPC 1958 laptops being sold in HMR store in Rizal province were inspected and checked by Rappler against serial numbers of laptops known to have been supplied to DepEd. We confirmed them to be laptops intended for public school teachers

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