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MAY 29 (Reuters) — Researchers have taken their serpentine machines, developed over decades at Carnegie Mellon University in the United States, and connected them to a central hub to create one of the most robust robots ever developed. Its creators have named it the Snake Monster. At the technology’s core, says robotics professor Howie Choset, are modules which connect to each other, allowing researchers to easily assemble and program task-specific robots in minutes. “These modules […]
MAY 29 (Reuters) — The Gay Head Lighthouse in Martha’s Vineyard began a move on Thursday (May 28) off the cliff where it has stood for 160 years – a trip aimed at rescuing it from cliff side erosion. Workers began by lifting the brick and mortar lighthouse six feet (1.8 meters) off the ground and putting it on a wood and steel frame. The Massachusetts lighthouse is making the trip inland, traveling along steel […]
MAY 29 (Reuters) — A Brazilian man has made his home into a skateboarder’s dream house by completely gutting it and converting it into a full-fledged skate park. Now 31-years-old, Anselmo (AHN-SELL-MOH) Arruda (AH-WHO-DAH) moved into his family’s summer home in Itanhaem (EE-TA-NYAH-ENG) on the coast of Brazil’s southeastern Sao Paulo state shortly after his parents died when he was just a teen. Living by himself gave Arruda a sort of freedom the lost boy […]
(Eagle News) — A deadly heat wave in India has killed more than 1,400 people as temperatures soar above 47 Celsius (116.6 Fahrenheit), Reuters said that more than 1,100 died this week. CNN reported the national death toll at 1,424. It got so hot that even roads in Delhi had started showing signs of melting. May and June are India’s hottest months, with temperatures regularly pushing above 40 Celsius. But meteorologists say the number of […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 26) Known as the second Summer Capital of the Philippines due to its cool climate that lasts all year long, Tagaytay City is truly a cool getaway for those who want to go far from the madding crowd. Because of its proximity to Metro Manila, Tagaytay is a favorite spot for weekend tourists, a quick go-to place for those searching for a whiff of fresh air. There are […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 27) – Found in the Rice Granary of the Philippines, Nueva Ecija, it is not surprising to find Gapan City surrounded by seemingly endless fields of green, with rice stalks, swaying in the wind. It is certainly a novel experience to try one’s hand in plowing the fields and planting rice. The same goes for taking care of farm animals like ducks. There must be something in the […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 26) – Neighboring Metro Manila is the southern province of Cavite. A province known for its significant contributions to Philippine history, Cavite is one of the eight provinces that first revolted against Spanish rule and has earned the honor of being one of the eight rays of the sun in the national flag. Many municipalities in Cavite have been a site of some important battle or historical […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 27) – For a town named after a tree ubiquitous in the area, Camiling, a municipality in the province of Tarlac, has made a name for itself. Found in the Tarlac-Pangasinan border, Camiling straddles a strategic location and served as a center of trade and commerce between the two provinces. Like many municipalities in Central Luzon, Camiling is mostly an agricultural town, surrounded by numerous green fields. […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 25) – What a started as a summer vacation spot for the Americans during their 40-year rule over the Philippines, Baguio City has grown into one of the most popular metropolises in the Philippines. There’s much to do in the summer capital of the Philippines. Visit the usual tourist spots of Burnham Park, Camp John Hay and Mines View Park and hang-out and take in the city’s vibe. […]
MAY 26 (Reuters) — They’re some of the smallest animals in the world. But plankton’s role not just in the ocean but the entire earth’s ecosystem is much larger than we realize. That’s according to research from scientists who have spent the last four years studying the creatures. And all from the decks of one boat called Tara. Tara Oceans Expedition Executive Director, Romain Trouble said: “The mission has been run on this vessel over […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 25) – Steeped in history, Bulacan is proud of its varied contributions to the Philippines. Many are the historical events that occurred within the confines of this province. Bulacan is one of the first provinces to revolt against Spanish rule. As such it was given an honor as one of the eight rays of the sun in the Philippine flag. The province also served as the home of […]
GENEVA, Switzerland (Eagle News) – According to the World Health Organization, member countries agreed to eradicate malaria by 2030. Said agreement came about in an assembly held at Geneva, Switzerland. Said agreement targets to lower malaria cases by 40% in 2020 and by 90% in 2030. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, Vince Alvin Villarin)
