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Regent Seven Seas unveils $1.7 million world cruise suite

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Regent Seven Seas unveils $1.7 million world cruise suite

Luxury cruise enthusiasts are in for the ultimate indulgence as Regent Seven Seas Cruises unveils a jaw-dropping offering: a world cruise suite priced at $1.7 million for a 140-day voyage aboard the Seven Seas Splendor liner.

Promising a “once-in-a-lifetime experience,” the 2027 voyage will span 71 ports, including exotic destinations like Bali, Sydney, and Mumbai. Andrea DeMarco, president of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, expressed enthusiasm for the remarkable response to the announcement, citing “strong interest” in the luxurious Regent Suite.

At a staggering 4,443 square feet, the Regent Suite is designed for two guests, offering opulent amenities such as original Picasso art, panoramic ocean views, and a grand piano. In addition to lavish accommodations, passengers will enjoy first-class airfare for domestic flights and business-class tickets for international travel, along with an array of exclusive perks including personalized butler service and in-suite spa treatments.

Even for those opting for more affordable accommodations, the voyage comes with steep costs, with prices starting at $91,499 per guest. However, DeMarco emphasizes the unparalleled value of the Regent Seven Seas experience, citing the all-inclusive nature of the voyage.

Beyond the luxurious accommodations, the Seven Seas Splendor boasts an impressive art collection valued at $5 million, featuring works by renowned artists such as Joan Miró and multiple Picassos. Culinary delights abound, with provisions including 13,000 pounds of lobster, 14,000 pounds of filet mignon, and 14,000 bottles of champagne.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ announcement comes amidst a surge in interest in world cruises, with previous voyages selling out rapidly. As luxury travelers seek immersive and all-inclusive experiences, the allure of a global voyage aboard the Seven Seas Splendor represents the epitome of indulgence and adventure on the high seas.

The living room area of the Regent Suite, available for $1.7 million on Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ upcoming 2027 world cruise. Courtesy Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Dogs can link words to objects, study reveals

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Dogs can link words to objects, study reveals

BUDEPEST. A study has unveiled that dogs possess an understanding of words that extends beyond mere commands, offering a glimpse into the cognitive capabilities of our beloved four-legged companions.

Conducted at Eotvos Lorand University in Budapest and recently published in the journal Current Biology, the study delved into the intricacies of canine cognition by analyzing brain activity in 18 dogs. Co-author of the study, Marianna Boros, highlighted the significance of the findings, stating, “There has been a long debate on a non-human animal’s ability to understand words referentially.”

The study revealed that dogs can associate words with objects, akin to humans, suggesting a deeper level of comprehension. Boros noted, “Our study is the first where we claim that this is a species-wide capacity.”

During the experiment, dog owners uttered words corresponding to objects familiar to their pets. Subsequently, the researchers presented the dogs with either matching or mismatching objects. Analysis of the dogs’ brain patterns indicated a distinct response when words aligned with objects, mirroring human cognitive processes.

“Dogs can understand that words stand for things… So they activate mental representations and they link the meaning of the word to a mental representation and not just the context,” explained Boros, shedding light on the intricate workings of canine cognition.

The implications of this discovery extend beyond the realm of pet-owner communication, raising questions about the linguistic capacities of animals. The researchers intend to explore whether this ability is unique to dogs or if it transcends to other mammalian species.

Dagdag-bawas sa presyo ng produktong petrolyo, inaasahan

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Dagdag-bawas sa presyo ng produktong petrolyo, inaasahan

Inaasahan na tataas ang presyo ng gasolina sa ikatlong magkakasunod na linggo, simula ngayong araw, Abril 2.

Sa kabila ng ito, magkakaroon naman ng rollback sa presyo ng diesel at kerosene.

Ayon sa magkakahiwalay na abiso ng Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corp. at Seaoil Philippines Corp., tataas ang presyo ng gasolina nila ng P0.45 kada litro, samantalang bababa ang presyo ng diesel ng P0.60 kada litro at kerosene ng P1.05 kada litro.

Magpapatupad din ng ganitong pagbabago sa presyo ang Cleanfuel at Petro Gazz.

Ang mga pagbabago sa presyo ay ipinatupad 6:00 ng simula kaninang umaga, Abril 2, sa lahat ng oil firms maliban sa Cleanfuel na m nagpatupad ng pagbabago 12:01 kaninang madaling araw.

Police Maj. Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil, itinalaga bilang ika-30 PNP chief

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Police Maj. Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil, itinalaga bilang ika-30 PNP chief

Itinalaga ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. si Police Major General Rommel Francisco Marbil bilang pang-30 na hepe ng Philippine National Police (PNP).

Pumalit si Marbil kay Police General Benjamin Acorda Jr. na nagtapos ng kanyang termino at nagretiro kahapon, araw ng Linggo, Marso 31, 2024.

“Police Major General Rommel Francisco Marbil is designated as the chief, Philippine National Police effective April 1, 2024 by the direction of President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr.,” ayon sa appointment paper ni Marbil.

Kabilang si Marbil sa Philippine Military Academy (PMA) “Sambisig” Class 1991.

Ang anunsyo ng pagkakatalaga kay Marbil ay naganap sa seremonya ng change of command at retirement honors para kay Acorda sa Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame sa Quezon City.

Bago ang kanyang pagkakatalaga bilang PNP Chief, nagsilbi si Marbil bilang pinuno ng Directorate for Comptrollership at Regional Director ng Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8), at Director ng Highway Patrol Group (HPG), kasama ang iba pang mga tungkulin.

Babaeng ‘tulak’ itinumba habang naliligo

Arman B. Cambe
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Babaeng ‘tulak’ itinumba habang naliligo

ANTIPOLO CITY, Rizal. Pinagbabaril at napatay ang isang babaeng drug suspect ng hindi pa nakikilalang salarin habang naliligo sa loob ng kanyang bahay sa lungsod na ito sa Rizal nitong Linggo ng Pagkabuhay.

Kinilala lang ang biktima sa alyas na “Rose” na sinasabing kasama sa drug watchlist ng kanilang barangay.

Sa ulat ng Antipolo Police, 3:00 ng hapon habang naliligo sa kanilang banyo ang biktima sa Purok 6, Zone 8, Boulevard, Brgy. Cupang nang biglang pasukin ng isang armadong lalaki at pinaulanan siya ng bala.

Nang matiyak na patay na ang biktima, tumakas ang salarin bitbit ang armas na ginamit sa krimen.

Ayon sa kapitan ng barangay na pinangyarihan ng krimen, kabilang ang biktima sa BADAC watchlist at inaakusahang sangkot sa ilang illegal drug-related cases.

Nakadiskubre rin ang mga awtoridad ng ilang drug paraphernalia sa basurahang malapit sa tahanan ng biktima.

Israeli troops withdraw from Shifa Hospital in Gaza after two-week raid

Venus L Peñaflor
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Israeli troops withdraw from Shifa Hospital in Gaza after two-week raid

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip. Israel’s military concluded its two-week-long raid on Gaza’s largest hospital, Shifa Hospital, marking the end of a significant chapter in the ongoing conflict. The operation, which the Israeli military described as a major battlefield victory resulting in the elimination of approximately 200 militants and the capture of hundreds more, has left a trail of destruction and raised concerns about civilian casualties.

Palestinian residents, emerging from the aftermath of the raid, reported the departure of Israeli troops, lamenting the devastation left behind. Bassel al-Hilou, speaking to The Associated Press, described a grim scene, saying, “There was a massacre in my uncle’s house. The situation was indescribable.”

The raid on Shifa Hospital came amid mounting frustrations within Israel, evident in the tens of thousands protesting against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. Demands for a more decisive action to secure the release of dozens of hostages held in Gaza reached a crescendo, marking the largest anti-government demonstration since the conflict’s inception.

Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, the top military spokesperson, defended the operation, asserting that Hamas and Islamic Jihad had established their main northern headquarters within the hospital compound. He detailed days of intense combat, accusing Hamas of utilizing hospital wards as defensive positions and launching mortar rounds from within the compound.

The toll of the raid on civilians remains a contentious issue. While the military denies targeting non-combatants, Palestinian sources allege civilian casualties and accuse Israeli forces of reckless endangerment. The raid has also exacerbated an already dire humanitarian situation, with the UN health agency reporting over 20 patient deaths and a severe strain on medical resources.

Despite the withdrawal from Shifa Hospital, the conflict’s broader implications continue to unfold. The war, which erupted on October 7, has left a devastating toll on both sides, with Gaza’s Health Ministry reporting over 32,000 Palestinian casualties. The humanitarian crisis looms large, with significant portions of Gaza’s population displaced and facing food shortages.

The departure from Shifa Hospital does not signal an end to Israel’s military campaign. Prime Minister Netanyahu has reiterated his commitment to continue the offensive until Hamas is dismantled and all hostages are freed. However, mounting pressure, both domestically and internationally, complicates the path forward, with allied countries cautioning against further escalation.

‘Freemasonry’ magdaraos ng 3-araw na Annual Communication

Venus L Peñaflor
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‘Freemasonry’ magdaraos ng 3-araw na Annual Communication

Nagpapahayag ng malakihang pagpupulong ang mga opisyal at miyembro ng Freemasonry, The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines.

Ayon sa ulat, ang 106th Annual Communication o ANCOM ng mga Mason ay nakatakdang ganapin sa Abril 25-27, 2024 sa Clark, Pampanga.

Ang 106th ANCOM, na may tatlong araw na kaganapan, ay itinuturing na pinakamalaking pagtitipon ng mga Mason. Inaasahan na dadaluhan ito ng humigit-kumulang na 10,000 kasapi mula sa 436 Lodges at 63 Masonic Districts sa bansa.

Kabilang sa mga rehistradong kalahok ang mga opisyal at kasapi mula sa ibang bansa; mga kinatawan mula sa Appendant Bodies, Allied Masonic Degrees, at Sojourner Clubs; kasama rin ang mga kapamilya at kaibigan ng mga Mason.

Ang ANCOM, na ginaganap tuwing ikaapat na Huwebes ng Abril taun-taon, ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng tradisyon ng mga Mason. Dito nagkakaroon ng pagkakataon ang mga Freemasons na talakayin ang mga “values and principles” na mahalaga sa kanilang kapatiran.

Bukod dito, ito rin ay isang pagkakataon para sa mga kasapi na higit pang maunawaan ang kanilang organisasyon, makilala ang iba pang mga kapatid na Mason, at maging saksi sa mga pangyayari na huhubog sa kinabukasan ng Grand Lodge of the Philippines sa sesyon ng plenaryo.

Ang Freemasonry ay isang kapatirang kapisanan na may mga pinagmulan sa mga samahan ng mga stonemasons mula pa noong middle ages. Layunin nito ang magbigay ng sistema ng moral at etikal upang mapaunlad ang sarili, makibahagi sa komunidad, at makisali sa lipunan.

Ang internasyonal na samahang ito, na may mga lohiya sa iba’t ibang bansa, ay may mahalagang papel sa kasaysayan at kultura ng iba’t ibang lipunan.

Itinatag ang Grand Lodge of the Philippines noong ika-19 ng Disyembre 1912, 111 taon na ang nakalilipas.

Philippines enhances maritime security as China tension rises

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Philippines enhances maritime security as China tension rises

MANILA. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued directives to bolster the country’s maritime security efforts in response to escalating tensions, particularly in disputed areas of the South China Sea.

In an order signed on Monday and disclosed on Sunday, President Marcos instructed his government to enhance coordination on maritime security, citing “serious challenges” to territorial integrity and peace. While not explicitly naming China, the move follows a series of maritime confrontations and disputes in the South China Sea.

China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs did not provide immediate comment in response to Reuters’ request for clarification on Sunday.

The South China Sea, a vital route for global commerce valued at over $3 trillion annually, is claimed almost entirely by China. However, these claims overlap with those of several Southeast Asian nations, including the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei. In 2016, the Permanent Court of Arbitration ruled that China’s claims lacked legal basis.

Recent tensions peaked when China utilized water cannon to disrupt a Philippine resupply mission to the Second Thomas Shoal, where Filipino soldiers guard a warship intentionally grounded on a reef 25 years ago.

President Marcos emphasized the ongoing challenges faced by the Philippines in safeguarding its territorial integrity and ensuring the safety of its citizens in maritime areas.

The president pledged to implement countermeasures against what he termed as “illegal, coercive, aggressive, and dangerous attacks” by China’s coastguard.

In response to the escalating tensions, President Marcos has expanded and reorganized the government’s maritime council. The revamped National Maritime Council now includes additional key officials, such as the national security adviser, solicitor general, National Intelligence Coordinating Agency chief, and the South China Sea task force.

Moreover, the order underscores an expanded role for the military in maritime affairs, with the Armed Forces of the Philippines named among the agencies supporting the council.

The National Maritime Council, with its expanded membership, will serve as the central body responsible for formulating strategies to ensure a unified and coordinated approach to the Philippines’ maritime security and domain awareness.

President Marcos has also augmented the number of agencies supporting the council, now totaling 13, to include institutions such as the space agency and the University of the Philippines’ Institute for Maritime Affairs and the Law of the Sea.

Pope overcomes health concerns to lead Easter mass in St. Peter’s Square

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Pope overcomes health concerns to lead Easter mass in St. Peter’s Square

ROME. Pope Francis presided over Easter Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square, defying health setbacks, rallying thousands of worshippers and issuing a heartfelt plea for peace amidst global turmoil.

Overcoming a bout of respiratory issues that had plagued him through the winter, Pope Francis led around 30,000 faithful in Easter celebrations. The pontiff, who had recently undergone a 2½-hour nighttime Easter Vigil, appeared in good spirits despite his health struggles.

“Peace is never made with weapons, but with outstretched hands and open hearts,” Pope Francis declared from the loggia overlooking the square, receiving applause from the crowd below, which braved blustery conditions.

The Vatican reported that around 30,000 people attended the Mass, with many more lining the Via della Conciliazione boulevard leading to St. Peter’s Square. Despite a gust of wind knocking over a religious icon on the altar just feet from the pope at the service’s start, the event proceeded smoothly.

Easter Mass, a cornerstone of the liturgical calendar, commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ following his crucifixion. Following the Mass, Pope Francis traditionally delivers his “Urbi et Orbi” blessing, addressing global challenges.

This year, Pope Francis focused his thoughts on conflict zones, particularly Gaza and Ukraine. He appealed for a ceasefire in Gaza and a prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing the plight of children affected by war.

“In calling for respect for the principles of international law, I express my hope for a general exchange of all prisoners between Russia and Ukraine: all for the sake of all!” Pope Francis urged.

He also urged for the release of prisoners taken from Israel on Oct. 7, stressing the humanitarian need for ceasefire and access to aid for Palestinians.

For weeks leading up to Easter, Pope Francis had minimized public appearances to conserve his health. However, his decision to preside over Easter Sunday Mass proved successful, demonstrating his resilience and commitment to his duties.

Acorda, retirado na: Peralta, itinalagang PNP OIC

Arman B. Cambe
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Acorda, retirado na: Peralta, itinalagang PNP OIC

MANILA. Nagretiro nakahapon, Marso 31 si dating hepe ng Philippine National Police na si Benjamin Acorda Jr., kasabay nito ay itinalagang officer-in-charge ng Philippine National Police si Police Lt. Gen. Emmanuel B. Peralta.

Sa seremonya ng change of command at retirement honors para kay Acorda sa PNP Grandstand, Transformation Oval sa Camp Crame ngayong araw ng Lunes alas-9 ng umaga, nakatakdang isagawa ang pagpapalit sa puwesto.

Si Peralta ay naglingkod bilang Deputy Chief for Administration (TDCA) ng PNP at dating hepe ng Directorial Staff. Isa rin siyang dating Director ng Operations (DO) at naging Director ng PNP Directorate for Human Resource and Doctrine Development (HRDD).

Bukod dito, naglingkod din siya bilang Regional Director ng Police Regional Office (PRO) 1 o Ilocos Region at bilang Provincial Director ng Cotabato Police Provincial Office (PPO).

Sa pagretiro ni Peralta sa Agosto 24, sa pag-abot ng kanyang retirement age na 56-anyos, tiniyak niyang ipagpapatuloy ang magandang imahe ng PNP at patuloy at ang mahusay na paglilingkod sa publiko.

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