AI pushes retinal care into the wild
AI research in retinal imaging now spans a 3D OCT foundation model, OCTA biomarker synthesis and offline smartphone screening, shrinking the gap between lab systems and field diagnosis.
2026-09-07
Top News
Union Glashütte’s Compact Seris Small Second
Union Glashütte introduces the Seris Small Second collection, three compact steel dress watches with small seconds and date, targeting discreet everyday elegance.
2026-09-07
Hongbian Li on Materials Moving Beyond Labs
Hongbian Li discusses peer review, her move into industry, and why wearable electronics and AI demand materials research built for use, not just publication.
2026-09-07
Health
When SAD Hits And The Therapist Is Gone
Seasonal affective disorder plus the sudden loss of a therapist raises a sharper fear: that low mood will reset the brain’s baseline. This piece argues for fast, practical stopgaps and medical follow‑through.
2026-09-06
Calabarzon stalls at 56.8% measles shots
Calabarzon’s measles‑rubella campaign has reached only 56.8% of its target population after 20 days, raising concerns about immunity gaps and the risk of fresh outbreaks.
2026-09-06
Japan’s Flu Season Bites Early
Japan has already entered a full influenza season, with early, widespread community transmission and rising hospital strain, marking a second consecutive year of atypically intense flu activity.
2026-09-06
Technology
Oppo Find X10 series set for imminent debut
Oppo confirms the Find X10 series launch, teasing a new design and a Find X10 Pro Max with a triple 200MP rear camera array aimed at premium camera-focused buyers.
2026-09-07
Four Android Auto apps every EV driver needs
EV drivers gain more control and less range anxiety by swapping generic Android Auto apps for PlugShare, A Better Routeplanner, Electrify America, and one safety net: ChargePoint.
2026-09-06
16-core mini PC quietly targets desktop rigs
AceMagic is preparing a 16-core Intel Core Ultra X7 Panther Lake mini PC with up to 64 GB RAM and Arc B390 iGPU, positioned as a compact alternative to tower desktops.
2026-09-06
Games
Garena Opens Palworld Online Pre-Registration Service in Korea
Garena opens pre-registration in Korea for Palworld Online, a mobile multiplayer RPG blending creature collecting, co-op combat and survival systems, aiming to extend Palworld’s global momentum.
2026-09-02
SEGA ATLUS FEST goes supersized at SM North EDSA
SEGA ATLUS FEST 2026 opens at SM North EDSA with oversized booths, stage events, and hands-on demos that push both brands into mainstream mall traffic.
2026-09-02
Captain Tsubasa 2 Blasts Onto Switch
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters lands on Nintendo Switch with a new trailer, expanded roster, and arcade-style soccer built around spectacular anime moves.
2026-08-29
Information
DA blocks livestock from 23 foreign sources
The Department of Agriculture has issued a circular temporarily blocking livestock imports from 23 countries, citing disease risk and triggering concern over food prices and trade exposure.
2026-09-05
Nurse dies as island waiting shed collapses
A nurse waiting for a boat on Sierra Island in Catbalogan City died after a concrete slab from a public waiting shed collapsed, raising questions about basic infrastructure safety.
2026-08-29
Man killed in stabbing at Bukidnon wake
A 50-year-old man was fatally stabbed while watching a card game at a wake in Barangay Panalsalan, Maramag, Bukidnon. Police say a dispute erupted near the gambling table, ending in two knife wounds to the victim’s chest.
2026-08-24
ACGN
AI partnership to speed peer review
Publishing Gateway and Global Campus launch an AI‑powered reviewer discovery service to help institutions, publishers and researchers match manuscripts with qualified peer reviewers faster.
2026-09-04
Fitbit founders bet on a shared AI wristband
Luffu Link, created by Fitbit’s founders, is an AI-driven wristband that tracks multiple family members through one device and cloud profile system.
2026-09-04
Factor Elara hunts aero gains in gravel racing
Factor’s Elara gravel race frameset and super-wide Black Inc wheels post leading wind‑tunnel numbers, targeting road‑bike‑level speed on rough courses.
2026-09-04
Entertainment
Acer Philippines turns Acer Day into a run
Acer Philippines opens its 10th Acer Day by partnering with The Music Run at SM MOA, blending a fun run, live music, and product showcases aimed at younger, lifestyle-driven consumers.
2026-08-18
TJS Cognition Marks PenMasters Global Win
TJS Cognition Ltd announces that Tony J. Selimi’s book ‘Climb Greater Heights’ has received the PenMasters Global Award for Literary Excellence, reinforcing his status as a leading personal growth author.
2026-08-13
WinZir rolls out Jili-powered e-bingo
WinZir launches Jili-powered e-bingo to strengthen its online entertainment mix, targeting broader player engagement and longer on-platform sessions in the Philippines.
2026-08-10