Jay Hilotin

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Where to find oil and gas in the Philippines

Increased exploration, drilling pace amid renewed push for energy security

A presidential fly-by on the existing Malampaya oil and gas platform. New wells are being drilled under Service Contract 38 (SC 38).

Most iPhone sold in the US now made in India: Tim Cook

Over half of iPhones sold in the US are now made in India, says tech giant's chief

The rumoured iPhone 17 Pro Max, Pro, Air and the regular iPhone 17, with Apple CEO Tim Cook. Apple's leaked flagship smartphone is expected next month. Photo for illustrative purposes only.

Tesla’s $29B compensation for Elon Musk approved

Board decision comes amid ongoing legal battles over Musk’s previous $56b pay package

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, Neuralink, Space X, and X.

Philippines' Marcos Jr flies to India, to meet PM Modi

Agenda include deepening economic, tourism ties and strengthening maritime cooperation

The Philippines and India share historical and cultural ties dating back to ancient times. Both Indian PM Narendra Modi and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr have expressed their desire to work closely to boost economic, diplomatic, cultural and geostrategic ties.

AI law kicks in: What to know about Europe's AI Act

The EU AI Act, which kicked in marksA new era of artificial intelligence regulation

'Big Tech' is already responding to the European AI Act, which kicked in on August 2, 2025.

Why take out a loan? 4 ways debt can be good for you

Borrowing is a double-edged sword: It can fund prosperity or lead to debt spirals

If your income is stable and you know you can make the payments, a loan lets you invest in things (education, business, home) that can boost your future earning power.

Diesel pricier than gas now in the Philippines

Several factors cause diesel prices to spike higher than petrol in the Asian country

A petrol station in the Philippines. Photo taken August 3, 2025.

Russian volcano erupts after 600 years

Kamchatka quake may have awakened volcano dormant for 600 years

Krasheninnikov volcano in Russia erupted on August 2
and Mt. Laki Laki in Indonesia erupted on August 3.

Philippines: New geothermal power plant switched on

World’s largest geothermal power producer activates Tanawon plant

Located within the Bacon-Manito (Bac-Man) geothermal complex, which straddles two of the Asian nation’s 24 active volcanoes – Mayon and Bulusan – the Tanawon plant is projected to generate 159,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) or 159 GWh of electricity annually.

OFW remittance alert: Peso plunges to 29-month lows

Philippine peso weakens to ₱58.186 per dollar, marking steepest drop since February 2023

It's been a good few on days OFWs when remitting family support back home as the Philippine peso has lost value against the US dollar to a 29-month low on Friday.

Google indexing exposed: Is it safe to use ChatGPT?

End-users could be in for a shock due to unintended exposure of sensitive content

Google indexing exposed: Is it safe to use ChatGPT? 7 things to know

Richest US immigrants: 10 foreign-born billionaires

125 foreign-born billionaires from 41 countries are living in the US: Forbes

Meet America's richest immigrants 2025: Top 10 US billionaires who are foreign-born

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