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Global tech outage cripples industries, revealing online vulnerabilities

Venus L Peñaflor
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Global tech outage cripples industries, revealing online vulnerabilities

A massive global tech outage on Friday disrupted a wide range of industries, from travel to finance, before services gradually began to resume. The incident highlights the risks associated with the world’s increasing reliance on interconnected digital technologies.

The outage was triggered by a problematic software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike (CRWD.O), which appeared to affect systems running Microsoft Windows (MSFT.O). The disruption led to grounded flights, broadcasting failures, and interruptions in essential services such as healthcare and banking.

CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz addressed the issue on the social media platform X, stating that a defect was found “in a single content update for Windows hosts” and that a fix was being implemented. “We’re deeply sorry for the impact that we’ve caused to customers, to travelers, to anyone affected by this, including our company,” Kurtz told NBC News’ “Today” program. He added, “Many of the customers are rebooting the system and it’s coming up and it’ll be operational. It could be some time for some systems that won’t automatically recover.”

Despite efforts to restore services, experts warned that the outage exposed the vulnerabilities of an increasingly online world. Ciaran Martin, a professor at Oxford University’s Blavatnik School of Government and former head of the UK National Cyber Security Centre, commented, “This is a very, very uncomfortable illustration of the fragility of the world’s core Internet infrastructure.” Martin noted that while the core problem seemed straightforward, its immediate impact was significant. “I’m struggling to think of an outage at quite this scale,” he said.

The global reliance on a handful of interconnected technology companies has intensified over the past two decades, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This interconnectedness explains why a single software issue could have such widespread effects.

Major U.S. airlines, including American Airlines (AAL.O), Delta Air Lines (DAL.N), and United Airlines (UAL.O), grounded flights early Friday. Similar disruptions were reported by other carriers and airports worldwide, leading to delays and manual check-ins. Banks and financial services from Australia to India and Germany experienced transaction difficulties, with one trader calling it “the mother of all global market outages.”

In the UK, booking systems for doctors went offline, and Sky News, a major broadcaster, was forced off-air, apologizing for the disruption. Manchester United also announced the postponement of a scheduled ticket release. Airports in cities like Los Angeles, Singapore, Hong Kong, Amsterdam, and Berlin reported significant delays as some airlines struggled with manual check-ins. Government agencies in the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates also faced disruptions.

As the day progressed, many companies began to restore normal services. Spanish airport operator Aena (AENA.MC), U.S. carriers American Airlines, Frontier, and Spirit (SAVE.N), Dubai International Airport, and Australia’s Commonwealth Bank (CBA.AX) reported a return to normal operations. The LSEG Group (LSEG.L) also announced that its data and services were back online after experiencing some financial market disruptions.

Despite the recovery efforts, industry experts are evaluating the potential long-term impact of what is being called the largest IT outage in history. Ajay Unni, CEO of StickmanCyber, one of Australia’s largest cybersecurity services firms, remarked, “IT security tools are all designed to ensure that companies can continue to operate in the worst-case scenario of a data breach, so to be the root cause of a global IT outage is an unmitigated disaster.”

CrowdStrike, with a market value of approximately $83 billion and over 20,000 global subscribers, saw its shares drop by 14.5% shortly after the Wall Street open. In contrast, its cybersecurity competitors saw gains, with SentinelOne up more than 10% and Palo Alto Networks up 2.6%. Microsoft shares fell nearly 1.5%.

Delivery rider timbog sa P1.9-M ecstasy sa Cavite

Arman B. Cambe
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Delivery rider timbog sa P1.9-M ecstasy sa Cavite

BACOOR CITY, Cavite. Arestado ng pulisya ang isang delivery rider na may dalang mahigit sa P1.9 milyong halaga ng party drugs na ecstasy sa isang buy-bust operation sa open parking lot ng isang mall sa Brgy. Molino 4, lungsod na ito kamakalawa ng gabi.

Ayon kay Mary Ann Mahilom-Lorenzo, Public Information Officer ng Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)-Calabarzon, ang suspek ay kinilalang si Jerome Jamila, 34-anyos, na kilala rin sa pangalang “Randy.” Si Jamila ay isang delivery driver at residente ng FB Harrison St, Pasay City.

Ayon sa ulat ng pulisya, nakatanggap sila ng impormasyon hinggil sa isang shipment na ibabagsak sa Cavite sa pamamagitan ng isang delivery courier. Dahil dito, isinagawa ang drug operation ng pinagsanib na puwersa ng PDEA-4A, Regional Special Enforcement Team 1 na nagsilbing lead unit, PNP-Regional Drug Enforcement Unit (RDEU)-4A, at Bacoor City Police bandang 7:45 ng gabi sa open parking lot ng kilalang mall sa Brgy. Molino 4, Bacoor City kung saan inaasahang idedeliver ng rider ang nasabing shipment.

Agad naaresto si Jamila nang maisagawa ang transaksyon. Nakumpiska sa kanyang pag-iingat ang isang brown paper bag na naglalaman ng isang box ng Nike, at sa loob nito ay may mahigit 1,151 piraso ng blue tablets na ecstasy na tinatayang nagkakahalaga ng P1,956,700.

Houti drone hits Tel Aviv, killing 1 and injuring 10

Venus L Peñaflor
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Houti drone hits Tel Aviv, killing 1 and injuring 10

TEL AVIV. A significant explosion rocked central Tel Aviv early Friday morning following a drone strike that resulted in one death and at least ten injuries, according to authorities. The drone attack has been claimed by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who have previously targeted Israel with drones and missiles in support of Palestinians during the ongoing conflict.

The strike comes after the Houthis asserted that their latest drones are capable of evading Israel’s advanced aerial defense systems. However, an Israeli military official stated that the drone had been identified prior to the attack and attributed the incident to “human error.”

The drone strike occurred just a day after Israel’s far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, visited a highly sensitive holy site in Jerusalem, an act that further jeopardized fragile negotiations aimed at ending the nearly nine-month-long war in Gaza.

The conflict began on October 7, when Hamas militants launched a significant assault on southern Israel, resulting in approximately 1,200 deaths—primarily civilians—and the abduction of about 250 individuals. In response, Israeli ground offensives and airstrikes have led to over 38,600 casualties in Gaza, according to the territory’s Health Ministry. This count does not differentiate between combatants and civilians.

International courts have leveled accusations of war crimes and genocide against Israel, which the country vehemently denies. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with the majority of its 2.3 million residents living in overcrowded conditions in tent camps amid severe restrictions, ongoing conflict, and a deteriorating humanitarian situation, leading to widespread hunger and fears of famine.

Movie review: ‘Skywalkers: A love story’ – High-rise romance or social media stunt?

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Movie review: ‘Skywalkers: A love story’ – High-rise romance or social media stunt?

“Skywalkers: A Love Story,” debuting this Friday on Netflix, is an intriguing yet superficial documentary about two Russian social media influencers who find love and fame by scaling urban skyscrapers. The film follows Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, a Moscow couple who risk their lives for the perfect Instagram post, but the depth of their relationship often feels lost amid the self-promotion.

Nikolau and Beerkus, both with athletic backgrounds, engage in a high-wire romance that unfolds atop some of the world’s tallest structures. The documentary, directed by Jeff Zimbalist and co-directed by Maria Bukhonina, begins with an ominous warning about the dangerous and illegal activities depicted, urging viewers not to imitate their stunts.

The couple’s relationship starts with an invitation to climb a structure in China. Beerkus, the more experienced climber, seeks new ways to captivate his sponsors, while Nikolau, a former acrobat, quickly adapts to the world of “rooftopping.” As they travel and their social media fame grows, their photos of kissing on high-rise edges go viral, boosting their popularity. Despite their claims of aspiring to “art,” the images they create often resemble screensavers more than artistic expressions.

“Skywalkers” follows the couple through their global adventures, offering glimpses of their practical tips for staying safe, like never lingering on a rooftop for more than 15 minutes—a lesson learned after causing a commotion atop Notre Dame. They typically infiltrate construction sites by posing as workers, and while the ascent is perilous, they find that no one questions them on the way down.

The film’s climax centers on their attempt to scale Malaysia’s Merdeka super-skyscraper, a particularly challenging endeavor. The structure of “Skywalkers” echoes that of James Marsh’s acclaimed “Man on Wire,” which detailed Philippe Petit’s high-wire walk between the Twin Towers in 1974. However, “Skywalkers” lacks the romanticism and depth of “Man on Wire,” leaving viewers without a profound understanding of either Nikolau or Beerkus. Their interactions often seem scripted, diminishing the authenticity of their connection.

For a more genuine and poetic exploration of high-stakes climbing, viewers might prefer Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin’s “Free Solo,” which documents Alex Honnold’s ascent of El Capitan in Yosemite. Unlike the passion-driven Petit and Honnold, Nikolau and Beerkus appear more enamored with their selfie sticks than the heights they conquer.

“Skywalkers: A Love Story,” rated R by the Motion Picture Association for language, has a running time of 100 minutes and earns one and a half stars out of four.

Sonny Angara, nagbitiw na bilang senador; uupong kalihim ng DepEd

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Sonny Angara, nagbitiw na bilang senador; uupong kalihim ng DepEd

MAYNILA. Opisyal nang nagbitiw sa pagka-senador si Sonny Angara, na nakatakdang umupo bilang Kalihim ng Kagawaran ng Edukasyon (DepEd). Ang resignation letter ni Angara ay isinumite kay Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero at magiging epektibo simula Huwebes, Hulyo 18.

Ayon sa media relations chief ni Angara, opisyal na uupong Kalihim ng DepEd si Angara sa Biyernes, Hulyo 19.

Sa kanyang liham ng pagbibitiw, sinabi ni Angara, “I have served our countrymen through the Senate of the Philippines for 11 years. And in that period, I have been able to shepherd landmark legislation making quality education and healthcare more accessible; increasing the take-home pay of our workers; increasing the social pensions of senior citizens; exempting PWDs from VAT; giving incentives to our national athletes and coaches; and providing bigger support to Tatak Pinoy industries, among many others.”

Dagdag pa niya, “The portfolio that I will be taking on as DepEd Secretary is riddled with very serious challenges. But I am confident that with your support and of the rest of my colleagues at the Senate, these challenges are surmountable.”

Matapos ang kanyang dalawang termino sa Senado na nakatakdang magwakas sa 2025, ang paglipat ni Angara sa DepEd ay naganap bago pa man ang kanyang opisyal na pag-alis sa Senado.

Bago ang kanyang pag-alis, isinagawa ni Education Secretary at Vice President Sara Duterte ang formal turnover ng posisyon kay Angara sa isang seremonya sa Pasig City.

106 rare Siamese crocodile eggs discovered in Cambodia, biggest find in 20 years

Venus L Peñaflor
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106 rare Siamese crocodile eggs discovered in Cambodia, biggest find in 20 years

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia. Conservationists have discovered 106 eggs of the critically endangered Siamese crocodile in a wildlife sanctuary in western Cambodia, marking the largest find of its kind in two decades. This significant discovery brings renewed hope for the survival of one of the world’s rarest crocodile species.

The eggs were found in May in Cardamom National Park. Between June 27 and 30, 60 of these eggs successfully hatched, according to a joint statement issued by Cambodia’s ministries of agriculture and environment, along with the conservation group Fauna & Flora.

“This discovery indicates that the area is a key habitat for wild crocodiles, providing hope for the species’ recovery,” the statement said. Rangers now protect the newly hatched crocodiles and their habitat from Cardamom National Park Wildlife Sanctuary.

Once widespread across Southeast Asia, the Siamese crocodile is now listed as critically endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The species faced near extinction by the 1990s due to poaching, habitat destruction, and crossbreeding with other crocodile species.

Cambodian Environment Minister Eang Sophalleth emphasized the importance of conservation efforts for these critically endangered reptiles. “The Siamese crocodiles play an important role in the ecosystem and the discovery of the five nests successfully hatching 60 eggs reflects that the Cardamom National Park is a safe and suitable habitat for this species,” Sophalleth stated on Thursday.

Currently, it is believed that only about 1,000 Siamese crocodiles remain in the wild, with over 300 of them residing in Cambodia. In recent years, there have been other hopeful signs for the species. In 2017, researchers discovered six eggs in the Sre Ambel district of Koh Kong province. Later, in September 2021, conservationists found eight hatchlings in the Srepok Wildlife Sanctuary in eastern Cambodia, further raising hopes for the species’ survival.

The discovery of these 106 eggs in Cardamom National Park is a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to conserve and restore the habitat of the Siamese crocodile, ensuring their continued presence in the wild.

Ursula von der Leyen re-elected as EU Commission president for a second term

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Ursula von der Leyen re-elected as EU Commission president for a second term

STRASBOURG. Ursula von der Leyen has secured a second term as President of the European Commission after committing to establish a “defense union” and maintain Europe’s green transition while easing its impact on industry.

Members of the European Parliament voted in favor of von der Leyen’s re-election, with 401 votes for and 284 against, in a secret ballot held in the 720-member chamber.

In her address to the Parliament in Strasbourg, von der Leyen, 65, outlined a program centered on prosperity and security, influenced by the challenges posed by Russia’s war in Ukraine, global economic competition, and climate change.

“The next five years will define Europe’s place in the world for the next five decades. It will decide whether we shape our own future or let it be shaped by events or by others,” von der Leyen stated before the vote.

She emphasized the importance of adhering to the “Green Deal” transformation of the EU economy to combat climate change, a crucial promise for Green lawmakers who joined her coalition of center-right, center-left, and liberal groups in supporting her.

After promising to support Ukraine indefinitely in its conflict with Russia, von der Leyen stressed that Europe’s freedom was at risk and that increased investment in defense was necessary.

When asked about the potential impact of a protectionist and isolationist U.S. administration under Donald Trump, von der Leyen said the EU was focused on “reducing our dependencies” regardless of external elections. “We will work closely with our friends and allies, that is absolutely clear,” she told reporters. “But that does also include that we are building our own strength.”

Defence and Climate Commitments

Von der Leyen, a former German defense minister, committed to creating “a true European Defence Union” with key projects in air and cyber defense. This proposal drew criticism from the Kremlin, which described it as indicative of “militarisation (and) confrontation.”

In her speech, she also criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s recent visit to Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, calling it an “appeasement mission” and receiving broad applause from lawmakers.

Traditionally, defense policy has been managed by national governments and NATO. However, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and uncertainties regarding U.S. protection should Trump be re-elected, the European Commission aims to promote more joint European defense initiatives.

Von der Leyen also committed to ambitious climate policies, including a legally binding EU target to reduce emissions by 90% by 2040 compared to 1990 levels. She promised new measures to help European industries remain competitive while reducing emissions.

Securing Support

The support of the Greens was pivotal in von der Leyen’s comfortable victory. She needed 361 votes to secure a majority, and her core coalition provided 401 seats. Despite expectations that some coalition members might vote against her in the secret ballot, her re-election was assured.

She also pledged stricter EU border controls and enhanced police cooperation against crime. However, these measures did not win the backing of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s right-wing Brothers of Italy party, which voted against her.

Von der Leyen’s re-election ensures continuity within the EU’s key institution during a period of external and internal challenges, including rising support for far-right and eurosceptic parties within the 27-nation bloc.

In the coming weeks, von der Leyen will propose her team of commissioners, who will face individual hearings from lawmakers before a final vote on the entire Commission later this year.

Sumukong suspek sa triple murder sa Tagaytay hotel, kinasuhan na ng robbery with multiple homicide

Arman B. Cambe
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Sumukong suspek sa triple murder sa Tagaytay hotel, kinasuhan na ng robbery with multiple homicide

TAGAYTAY CITY. Kinasuhan na ng robbery with multiple homicide ang pangunahing suspek sa brutal na pagpatay sa isang Australian couple at isang babae sa lungsod na ito sa Cavite.

Ayon kay Col. Eleuterio Ricardo Jr., Cavite police director, ang motibo ng suspek ay pagnanakaw. Ang mga biktima ay sina David James Fisk, 57, ang kanyang asawa na si Lucita, 55, at kanilang anak na si Mary Jane Cortez, 30. Ang tatlong biktima ay nasa room 103 ng The Lake Hotel kung saan nakapasok ang suspek sa pamamagitan ng bintana.

Sa imbestigasyon, lumabas na nagkaroon ng pagtatalo ang suspek at si Fisk habang tinatakpan ng packaging tape ang bibig ng dalawang babae. Sa gitna ng kaguluhan, ginilitan ng suspek ang leeg ng mga biktima.

Ayon sa mga awtoridad, ang motibo ng suspek ay pagnanakaw. Hindi ang naiulat ang pinaghihiganti nito dahil sa pagkakatanggal sa trabaho sa isyu ng pagnanakaw sa isa sa mga kuwarto ng hotel at ang hindi pagbibigay ng backpay ng hotel management.

Patuloy na inaalam ng mga awtoridad ang iba pang detalye ng insidente upang matiyak ang katarungan para sa mga biktima.

Netanyahu’s surprise visit to southern Gaza ahead of U.S. Congress speech

Venus L Peñaflor
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Netanyahu’s surprise visit to southern Gaza ahead of U.S. Congress speech

JERUSALEM. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made an unexpected visit to troops in southern Gaza on Thursday, just days before his scheduled speech to the U.S. Congress. Netanyahu’s visit to Rafah came shortly after Israel’s far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, visited Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy site, potentially complicating ongoing Gaza cease-fire talks.

Earlier in the day, Ben-Gvir, an ultranationalist settler leader, visited the contested Jerusalem hilltop compound of Al-Aqsa Mosque. He stated he was there to pray for the return of hostages “but without a reckless deal, without surrendering.” His actions risk disrupting delicate negotiations aimed at reaching a cease-fire in the nine-month-old Israel-Hamas conflict. Israeli negotiators had arrived in Cairo on Wednesday to continue these talks.

Standing in front of the golden dome of Al-Aqsa Mosque, Ben-Gvir declared, “I am praying and working hard to ensure that Netanyahu will not give in to international pressure and will continue with the military campaign in Gaza.” Ben-Gvir’s visit in May to protest against unilateral recognitions of Palestinian statehood had also drawn significant controversy.

Ben-Gvir, who has been convicted eight times for offenses including racism and supporting a terrorist organization, now oversees the country’s police force as security minister. As a key coalition partner, he holds significant sway, capable of undermining Netanyahu’s parliamentary majority and potentially triggering early elections. He has been pushing Netanyahu to continue the war in Gaza despite widespread calls for a cease-fire.

The Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemned Ben-Gvir’s visit as a “provocative intrusion” that endangered the fragile status quo of the Jerusalem hilltop compound, revered by Jews as the Temple Mount and by Muslims as Haram al-Sharif. Tensions over this site have historically fueled violence.

In an overnight session that extended into Thursday morning, Israel’s parliament passed a resolution rejecting the establishment of a Palestinian state, a symbolic vote intended to send a message ahead of Netanyahu’s U.S. visit.

The U.N.’s International Court of Justice is expected to issue an advisory opinion on the legality of Israel’s 57-year occupation of Palestinian territories on Friday, a separate legal matter from the current Israel-Hamas conflict.

Overnight Israeli airstrikes in central Gaza killed at least 11 people, including two children and two women, according to the Hamas-run Civil Defense organization and local hospitals. Israel’s military claimed the strikes targeted senior commanders from the militant Palestinian group Islamic Jihad and other groups responsible for attacks on northern Israel.

The war in Gaza, sparked by Hamas’ October 7 attack on southern Israel, has resulted in over 38,600 deaths, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry, which does not differentiate between combatants and civilians. The conflict has created a humanitarian crisis, displacing most of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents and causing widespread hunger.

Hamas’ attack in October killed 1,200 people, primarily civilians, and militants took around 250 hostages. Israeli authorities report that about 120 hostages remain in captivity, with approximately a third believed to be deceased.

King Charles III bestows royal title on rare golden goat breed

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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King Charles III bestows royal title on rare golden goat breed

LONDON. King Charles III has bestowed a royal title on the rare Golden Guernsey Goat breed, in a move that highlights the importance of biodiversity and rare breeds. The breed, known for its connection to the island of Guernsey, will now carry the special title of Royal Golden Guernsey Goat. This honor was granted on Tuesday during the king’s visit to the island in the English Channel.

“Hopefully, this will raise awareness for the breed,” said Rebecca Martin, the owner of eight-year-old Summerville Tamsin, the goat chosen to represent the breed. As he bestowed the honor, King Charles petted the small creature and complimented the shade of its pale blond coat.

The Golden Guernsey Goats are a rare breed and are listed as “at risk” on the Rare Breeds Watchlist. Known for their friendly and docile nature, they are also valued for their good milk production.

Christopher Price, the chief executive of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, emphasized the significance of this recognition. “The honor offers recognition of the breed’s historical significance and its value to biodiversity, the environment, and sustainable food production,” Price said in a statement. “Being choosy in what they eat, their grazing can provide very specific environmental benefits. We are extremely grateful to His Majesty for his continued, greatly valued support for British rare native livestock and equine breeds.”

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