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Facebook Tweet Email Link Malolos, Philippines AP — Jade Rick Verdillo and Jamaica Aguilar were determined to walk down the aisle on their wedding day. Even if it meant walking down a flooded one. On Tuesday, the Barasoain church in Malolos, Bulacan province, Philippines, flooded due to heavy rain. Typhoon Wipha had intensified seasonal monsoon rains in the Philippines, bringing widespread flooding. The couple anticipated the risk of flooding, but instead of letting the weather dampen the mood, they decided to push through, as all marriages have their challenges. “We just mustered enough courage,” said Verdillo. “We decided today because…
We are officially in the thick of summer. If we’re lucky, we might get a break from the routine and head for the beach, the mountains or maybe discover a new city.For many, that means renting a vacation home — with an unfamiliar kitchen. At home, you probably have a variety of cooking utensils, a meaningful collection of herbs and spices, and the ability to select just the right pan for your dish. But as you step into your Airbnb or Vrbo, you’re suddenly left wondering where to even put your groceries.There’s a weird pleasure (at least for nerds like…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A doctor charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine in the weeks leading up to the “Friends” star’s overdose death is expected to plead guilty Wednesday.Dr. Salvador Plasencia would be the fourth of five people charged in connection with Perry’s death to plead guilty.Plasencia was to have gone on trial in August until the doctor agreed last month to plead guilty to four counts of distribution of ketamine, according to the signed document filed in federal court in Los Angeles.He had previously pleaded not guilty, but in exchange for the guilty pleas prosecutors have agreed to drop…
American travelers may have a bad rap when it comes to exploring Europe, but a new report reveals that most countries are welcoming and U.S. tourists are at least self-aware of the negative perception held by some.Upgraded Points recently surveyed more than 2,200 residents across 22 different European countries, seeking their general impressions of American visitors and influential experiences in addition to the impact of recent political events. The study also quizzed more than 1,000 frequent American travelers on how they believe Europeans perceive them, which experiences have shaped those views and whether politics plays a role in how they’re…
Threads is introducing enhanced metrics to help users better understand how their posts are performing and where their content is getting discovered, the company announced on Tuesday. Users can now see more detailed information in the platform’s “Insights” dashboard. When they navigate to the “Interactions” section, they will see engagement by likes, replies, quotes, and reposts. The “Followers” section shows follower growth with geographic data, including top cities and countries, and demographic information like age range and gender. In addition, users can see how their post performance has changed through a new chart that’s designed to showcase trends in their…
As artificial intelligence technology becomes part of daily life, adolescents are turning to chatbots for advice, guidance and conversation. The appeal is clear: Chatbots are patient, never judgmental, supportive and always available. That worries experts who say the booming AI industry is largely unregulated and that many parents have no idea about how their kids are using AI tools or the extent of personal information they are sharing with chatbots.New research shows more than 70% of American teenagers have used AI companions and more than half converse with them regularly. The study by Common Sense Media focused on “AI companions,”…
Travelers will have more opportunities to explore the world “Down Under” as Globus & Cosmos are expanding their South Pacific lineup with new tours to Australia and New Zealand in 2026. A survey of over 25,000 past tour travelers revealed that Australia and New Zealand are among the most destinations in the world. Stephanie Brooks, vice president, product and operations for the Globus family of brands said, “There’s no place like the South Pacific. We’ve crafted these new tours to immerse travelers deeper into the culture, cuisine and communities that make this part of the world so unforgettable – with…
Apple on Tuesday released the fourth developer beta of its next big software update, iOS 26, which brings with it slight changes to its Liquid Glass redesign and the re-introduction of AI-powered notification summaries for news, among other updates. The rollout arrived just ahead of the iOS 26 public beta, which is expected to launch later this week. The developer betas are meant to give mobile app makers time to test their apps with Apple’s new software so they’re ready for the public launch of the new operating system in the next few months. Because of consumer demand for early…
Ken Beckley never went to Harvard, but he has been wearing a crimson Harvard cap in a show of solidarity. As he sees it, the Trump administration’s attacks on the school echo a case of government overreach at his own alma mater, Indiana University. Beckley, a former head of the school’s alumni association, rallied fellow graduates this spring in an unsuccessful effort to stop Gov. Mike Braun, a Republican, from removing three alumni-elected members from Indiana University’s Board of Trustees and handpicking their replacements. No government effort to influence a university — private or public — has gotten more attention…
Facebook Tweet Email Link Tokyo Reuters — Kansai Electric Power will begin surveys for the construction of a new nuclear power reactor at its Mihama power station in Fukui prefecture, western Japan, to replace the existing facility, the company said on Tuesday. The decision marks Japan’s first concrete step towards building a new nuclear reactor since the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011 triggered a meltdown at Tokyo Electric Power’s Fukushima plant, leading it to be shut down. Japan remains heavily dependent on fossil fuel imports, and the government wants nuclear power to contribute more to the country’s energy security.…