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Pinabulaanan ng DOH ang balitang may ‘new wave’ ng COVID-19 sa NCR

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Pinabulaanan ng DOH ang balitang may ‘new wave’ ng COVID-19 sa NCR

Walang katotohanan at batayan ang mga mensaheng may “bagong wave” ng COVID-19 sa National Capital Region (NCR), ito ang mariing pahayag ng Department of Health (DOH) na nagbanta pa ng posibleng pagsasampa ng kasong laban sa mga nagpapakalat ng pekeng maling impormasyon.

Sa isang pahayag ng Department of Health kahapon, pinabulaanan nito ang fake news na diumano ayy pagpuno ng COVID-19 intensive care unit ng St. Luke’s Medical Center, na kumakalat sa social media simula pa noong Disyembre.

“The Department of Health (DOH) advises the public against a circulating message claiming a new COVID-19 wave in Metro Manila, attributed to Dr. Ruth Divinagracia from St. Luke Medical Center,” ayon sa DOH.

Ayon sa lumabas na mga mensahe, inilalarawan ang karamihan sa mga kaso bilang “COVID-induced bad commorbidities.” Dagdag pa rito, ang ilan daw sa mga pasyente ay bakunado ngunit hindi nabigyan ng booster shots. Binanggit din sa mga posts ang pabor sa paggamit ng N95 masks kaysa sa KN95 dahil sa alegadong banta ng pagtaas ng kaso ng COVID-19 nitong mga holidays.

“The DOH urges the public to rely on information from reputable sources such as the agency and other official health organizations. Misinformation can contribute to unnecessary panic and fear,” dagdag pa ng DOH.

Binigyang-diin din ng DOH na maaaring sampahan ng kasong kriminal ang mga nagpapatuloy sa pagpapakalat ng mga pekeng balita. “Furthermore, the DOH states that criminal charges may be pressed if related post/s shall persist.”

“The DOH continues to enjoin the public to source information only from legitimate sources and platforms such as the health department, which can be accessed through the links and social media handles below.”

Sa hiwalay na pahayag, nilinaw ng DOH na ang mga kaso ng COVID-19 nitong Kapaskuhan at Bagong Taon ay mas mababa kumpara sa mga nagdaang buwan. Iniuugnay ito sa mga “healthy behaviors” tulad ng pagsusuot ng face masks at iba pang safety protocols.

Nagbigay rin ang DOH ng statistics na ang average na bilang ng bagong kaso kada araw mula Disyembre 26, 2023, hanggang January 1, 2024, ay bumaba ng 10% kumpara sa nakaraang linggo. Maliban dito, tinukoy din na ang karamihan ng mga bagong kaso ay hindi malubha.

“The average number of new cases per day for the week of December 26, 2023 to January 1, 2024 is down by 10 percent compared to cases from December 19 to 25. Of the new cases, only around 1% were serious or critically ill. The Department renews its commitment to closely monitor the trend for any changes,” ayon sa DOH.

Nanawagan naman ang DOH sa lahat na patuloy na maging maingat at huwag maging kampante, lalo na sa mga pagtitipon, at ipinapaalala ang kahalagahan ng pagsusuot ng face masks, lalo na sa mga senior citizen at immunocompromised.

Sa huling bahagi ng pahayag, ibinalita ng DOH na umabot na sa 4.13 milyon ang nahahawaan ng COVID-19 simula nang makapasok ito sa bansa noong 2020. Sa ngayon, 5,310 ang nagpapagaling pa habang 66,836 ang namatay.

Alzheimer’s drugs might get into the brain faster with New ultrasound tool, study shows

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Alzheimer’s drugs might get into the brain faster with New ultrasound tool, study shows

WASHINGTON. A study led by Dr. Ali Rezai of West Virginia University’s Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, scientists have discovered a novel method to enhance the penetration of Alzheimer’s drugs into the brain by temporarily breaching its protective shield. Although the experiment was conducted on just three patients, the results are promising as the new technology effectively improved the removal of Alzheimer’s plaque in targeted brain areas.

The focus of this innovation is the blood-brain barrier, a protective lining in blood vessels that prevents harmful substances from entering the brain from the bloodstream. However, this barrier also impedes the delivery of drugs for Alzheimer’s and other neurologic diseases, necessitating higher doses for longer durations to reach their intended targets.

The researchers employed focused ultrasound technology to create temporary openings in the blood-brain barrier. Microscopic bubbles were injected into the bloodstream, and sound waves were directed through a specialized helmet-like device to a precise area of the brain. The energy pulses caused the microbubbles to vibrate, creating gaps in the barrier that allowed medications to enter.

Dr. Rezai emphasized the goal of providing patients with a head start, especially for new Alzheimer’s treatments that typically require a considerable amount of time to exhibit their effects. The study involved administering Aduhelm, an Alzheimer’s drug, to three patients with mild Alzheimer’s for six months. Focused ultrasound was applied immediately after each intravenous infusion to enhance drug penetration.

Positron emission tomography (PET) scans revealed a 32% greater reduction in plaque in areas where the blood-brain barrier was breached compared to the opposite side of the brain. While Dr. Eliezer Masliah of the National Institute on Aging acknowledged the elegance of the pilot study, he cautioned that the small sample size limits drawing definitive conclusions.

Despite the cautious approach, Masliah expressed excitement over the compelling data, stating that it opens the door for more extensive and larger studies. Dr. Rezai plans to conduct further tests with the drug Leqembi and believes that larger studies will be necessary to determine the real impact of combining focused ultrasound with Alzheimer’s drugs.

Researchers are exploring whether breaching the blood-brain barrier could also facilitate the delivery of chemotherapy to brain tumors and target other diseases. However, concerns about potential side effects, such as bleeding and swelling in the brain, underscore the need for thorough monitoring and evaluation as this promising avenue of research advances.

13-year old gamer conquers ‘unbeatable’ Tetris by breaking it

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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13-year old gamer conquers ‘unbeatable’ Tetris by breaking it

SAN FRANCISCO. A 13-year-old Willis Gibson, known as “blue scuti” in the gaming community, has officially become the first player to “beat” the original Nintendo version of Tetris, not by achieving a high score but by breaking the game.

Technically, Willis reached what gamers refer to as a “kill screen,” a point where the Tetris code glitches, causing the game to crash. While this may not sound like a conventional victory, it is a highly sought-after achievement in the gaming world, where pushing hardware and software to their limits is a testament to skill and dedication.

Tetris, a falling-block video game, has long been considered unbeatable due to its lack of a scripted ending. Players faced an endless cascade of four-block shapes, with no predetermined conclusion. Top players aimed to extend their winning streaks by reaching higher levels, but eventually, the game seemed unbeatable.

Willis shattered this notion on December 21 by triggering a kill screen on Level 157, a victory over the game itself by pushing the software beyond its expected limits. Tetris CEO Maya Rogers congratulated Willis, calling it an “extraordinary accomplishment” and a “monumental achievement” as Tetris prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary this year.

The journey to this accomplishment has been a long and challenging one for Tetris players. Early on, gamers struggled to reach higher levels, with Level 29 presenting a significant obstacle. Techniques like “hypertapping” emerged, allowing players to move the game controller faster than the built-in speed, pushing progress to Level 35 by 2018.

In 2020, a technique called “rolling” combined multifinger methods used in arcade games, propelling one player to Level 95 in 2022. However, challenges arose as the game’s original developers had not anticipated such aggressive limit-pushing, leading to quirks at higher levels.

The introduction of random color combinations at Level 138 made it harder for players to distinguish blocks from the background. Two particularly challenging patterns, dubbed “Dusk” and “Charcoal,” added to the difficulty. Progress was further impeded by longer games and unpredictable glitches.

The breakthrough came with the Tetris-playing AI program StackRabbit, which reached Level 237 before crashing the game. Human players then used StackRabbit’s findings to map out scenarios leading to game-ending glitches, creating a comprehensive spreadsheet detailing specific conditions likely to cause a crash.

Willis embarked on his record-breaking attempt armed with this knowledge. When he crashed the game at Level 157, his reaction, captured in a livestream video, reflected both shock and awe. Gasping and expressing concern about his fingers, Willis made history by achieving what many believed to be an impossible feat in the world of Tetris.

Coast Guard responds swiftly to oil spill incident in Mindanao

Venus L Peñaflor
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Coast Guard responds swiftly to oil spill incident in Mindanao

DAVAO CITY. Coast Guard District Southeastern Mindanao (CGDSEM), through its Marine Environmental Protection Force (MEPForce) and Special Operations Group (SOG), swiftly responded to an oil spill incident at Km 11, Davsam Port, Davao City.

On January 2, 2024, at approximately 7:50 pm, MEPForce received a distress call from CGS Davao, reporting a potential oil spill at Km 11, DavSam Port. The Commander of MEPForce-SEM, in collaboration with personnel from CGS Davao, CGSS KM 11, and SOU-SEM, immediately mobilized to Km 11, DavSam Port to assess the situation.

Upon evaluation, MEPForce-SEM determined the following details regarding the oil spill:

  • Type of Oil: Sludge Oil
  • Volume of Spill: Approximately 200 Cubic Meters Affected Area

In response to the incident, MEPForce-SEM’s Oil Spill Response Team promptly deployed Oil Spill Absorbent Boom and Absorbent Pads to contain and recover the spilled oil. The containment efforts led to the successful retrieval of approximately 30 liters of oil. The source of the spill is currently under investigation, and further verification is pending.

The swift and efficient response by CGDSEM showcases the preparedness and capability of the Coast Guard personnel in handling environmental emergencies. As the investigation progresses, the Coast Guard remains committed to mitigating the impact of the oil spill and ensuring the protection of the marine environment in Davao City. Updates on the situation will be provided as additional information becomes available.

2 karnaper arestado sa Rizal at Laguna

Arman B. Cambe
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2 karnaper arestado sa Rizal at Laguna

CALAMBA CITY, Laguna. Arestado dalawang kilalang karnaper sa magkakahiwalay na anti-carnapping operations sa lalawigan ng Rizal at Laguna sa ilalim ng mga operasyon ng Highway Patrol Group-Calabarzon.

Sa pahayag ni Col. Rommel Estolano, director ng Highway Patrol Group-Calabarzon, kinilala ang mga inarestong suspek na sina John Carlo Orfalas, 31 anyos na residente ng Barangay Darangan, Binangonan, Rizal; at Villarante Jerimy, kilala rin sa pangalang Keleng, na tubong Santa Cruz, Laguna. Ang dalawa ay nakalista bilang “Number 5 Most Wanted Person” sa Rizal at Laguna.

Ang mga suspek ay naaresto sa bisa ng warrant of arrest na inisyu nina Presiding Judge Iluminado Dela Pea, Regional Trial Court, Branch 28, Santa Cruz, Laguna; at Judge Maria Lynn Laborte-Andal, Presiding Judge ng RTC Branch 139, Antipolo City, Rizal, kaugnay sa mga kaso ng carnapping.

Ayon kay Estolano, si Orfalas ay naaresto ng mga operatiba ng HPG-Rizal sa Manila East road Tower Hills Subdivision, Barangay Dolores, Taytay, Rizal. Samantalang si Jerimy naman ay hinuli ng mga operatiba ng HPG-Laguna sa National Highway, Barangay Bubukal, Santa Cruz, Laguna.

Hinimok ni Estolano ang publiko na maging mas alisto at magsumbong sa mga awtoridad sakaling mayroon silang impormasyon hinggil sa iba pang kriminal na kumakanlong sa kanilang lugar. “Ang tagumpay na ito ay patunay na hindi tayo papayag na manatili ang mga kriminal sa ating komunidad,” ayon kay Estolano.

Nakatakdang harapin nina Orfalas at Jerimy ang mga kaso sa kaukulang hukuman.

US issues ultimatum to Houthis to cease attacks on Red Sea vessels or face potential military intervention

Venus L Peñaflor
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US issues ultimatum to Houthis to cease attacks on Red Sea vessels or face potential military intervention

WASHINGTON. The United States, along with 12 allied nations, issued a stern ultimatum on Wednesday to Houthi rebels, demanding an immediate halt to their attacks on vessels in the Red Sea. Failure to comply could result in targeted military action against the Iran-backed militants. The warning comes after at least 23 attacks by the Yemen-based Houthis since December 19, in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza.

A senior Biden administration official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, emphasized that the Houthi rebels should not expect another warning from the US and its allies. The official declined to provide specific details on rules of engagement if attacks persist but stressed the seriousness of the situation.

The joint statement, signed by the United States, Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United Kingdom, condemned the attacks and highlighted strained international patience. Additionally, the United States called on the United Nations Security Council to take action against the Houthis and issued a warning to their supporter, Iran, regarding its continued support for the rebels.

“We call for the immediate end of these illegal attacks and release of unlawfully detained vessels and crews,” the joint statement declared. “The Houthis will bear the responsibility of the consequences should they continue to threaten lives, the global economy, and free flow of commerce in the region’s critical waterways.”

The Houthis claim their attacks are in response to ships either linked to Israel or heading to Israeli ports. However, as the attacks persist, the connections to the targeted ships and the Israeli conflict have become more tenuous.

Operation Prosperity Guardian, formed by the US and its allies to protect ship traffic, has warships from the United States, France, and the United Kingdom currently patrolling the area. Recent incidents include US helicopters opening fire on Houthi rebels after they attacked a cargo ship in the Red Sea, resulting in casualties among the rebels.

President Joe Biden, seeking to prevent the Israel-Hamas conflict from escalating regionally, emphasized that the US and its allies would respond similarly to any malign action impacting global commerce. The official stated that any potential action against the Houthis would be executed smartly to avoid deepening tensions with Iran and its proxy groups.

At the United Nations, the US deputy ambassador, Christopher Lu, highlighted that without Iranian support, the Houthis would struggle to effectively track and strike commercial vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

The warning to the Houthis follows recent US airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq. The Biden administration remains committed to defending its interests and partners while maintaining the free flow of international commerce in the region.

News update: Houthi-Controlled USV Approaches U.S. Navy and Commercial Vessels in Red Sea

Updated 5:27 AM GMT+8, January 5, 2024

An armed unmanned surface vessel (USV) launched from Houthi-controlled Yemen approached within a “couple of miles” of U.S. Navy and commercial vessels in the Red Sea before detonating on Thursday. This occurred just hours after the White House, along with several partner nations, issued a final warning to the Iran-backed Houthi militia group, urging them to cease such attacks or face potential military action.

Vice Admiral Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Navy operations in the Middle East, stated that it was the first time the Houthis had employed an unmanned surface vessel (USV) since their harassment of commercial ships in the Red Sea began following the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war. However, they have utilized such vessels in previous years.

Fabian Hinz, a missile expert and research fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, highlighted that USVs are a significant component of the Houthi maritime arsenal. These vessels were employed in previous conflicts against the Saudi coalition forces that intervened in Yemen’s war, functioning as suicide drone boats that explode upon impact. The incident raises concerns about the evolving tactics employed by the Houthi rebels in the region.

(With inputs from agencies).

NASA’s bold 2024 space missions: pushing boundaries and breaking records

EDGARDO HERNAL
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NASA’s bold 2024 space missions: pushing boundaries and breaking records

NASA is gearing up for some groundbreaking space missions, pushing the limits of human and scientific exploration to levels not seen in decades. The ambitious plans include sending astronauts on a lunar fly-by mission, establishing a permanent settlement on the moon, and delving into cutting-edge scientific research.

  • Lunar Fly-By with Artemis II (November): NASA is set to embark on its most complex and high-risk mission in decades with Artemis II. Scheduled for launch in November, this mission will carry four astronauts on a historic trip around the moon, marking the farthest human exploration beyond Earth’s immediate orbit since the Cold War-era space race.
  • Starship Test Launches by SpaceX: SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, is racing to develop Starship, the largest rocket and spacecraft system ever built. While testing faced setbacks in 2023, additional tests are expected in 2024. NASA plans to use Starship for the Artemis III mission, aiming to land humans on the moon for the first time since 1972.
  • Exploring Europa’s Potential Habitability (October): The Europa Clipper, NASA’s largest spacecraft for a planetary mission, is set to launch in October. This orbiter will study Jupiter’s moon Europa, examining its potential to support life within its ocean beneath the icy crust. The mission aims to enhance our understanding of habitability on ice-covered ocean worlds.
  • Robotic Exploration of the Moon: NASA, along with other countries, is focusing on robotic exploration of the moon. The Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program plans to send four spacecraft to land on the moon in 2024. These missions, conducted by private companies, will contribute to lunar exploration and scientific research.
  • Hera Mission to Study Asteroid Collision aftermath (October 2024): Following NASA’s intentional collision with the asteroid Dimorphos in 2022, the European Space Agency plans to launch the Hera mission in October 2024. Hera will fly by the asteroid system, surveying the aftermath and capturing details that ground-based observations may have missed.
  • Polaris Dawn’s Spacewalk (2024): Jared Isaacman’s private mission, Polaris Dawn, aims to conduct the first spacewalk by a private citizen. Expected to launch in 2024, the mission will venture to the Van Allen radiation belt for research on the effects of space radiation on the human body.
  • Space Tourism Continues: Axiom-3, the third private mission to the International Space Station (ISS) by Axiom, is scheduled for January. Virgin Galactic and Blue Origin plan to offer more suborbital space rides, with Virgin Galactic launching its sixth customer mission in January.
  • New Vehicles for the International Space Station (2024): Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, after years of delays, is expected to launch its first crew in March 2024. Additionally, Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser, a cargo ship resembling a miniature space shuttle, is set for its inaugural flight in April 2024.
  • Earth-Monitoring Missions (2024): NASA plans to launch PACE in February, a mission tracking ocean, land, and ice activity. This Earth-monitoring initiative will provide insights into air quality, ocean health, and interactions between the atmosphere and ocean. The NISAR satellite, a collaborative mission with ISRO, will launch in 2024 to track land and ice-based surfaces over the next three years, aiding climate crisis monitoring.

The year 2024 promises an exciting era for space exploration, from lunar missions and asteroid studies to spacewalks and continued advancements in Earth monitoring.

J&T delivery hub sa Quezon hinoldap, P8-M tinangay

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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J&T delivery hub sa Quezon hinoldap, P8-M tinangay

CALAUAG, Quezon. Nakulimbat ang halos P800,000 at ilang gadgets ng apat na armadong kalalakihan mula sa isang kilalang delivery hub sa Barangay Sta. Maria, bayang ito sa Quezon, kamakailan lang.

Nangyari ang insidente kamakalawa ng gabi, kung saan nilusob ng apat na armadong kalalakihan ang J&T delivery hub. Ayon sa ulat, ang mga holdaper ay pawang nakasuot ng face mask upang takpan ang kanilang mukha.

Sa pagsasagawa ng inisyal na imbestigasyon, natuklasan na alas-8:00 ng gabi nang biglang dumating ang apat na lalaki. Tinutukan ng baril ang security guard ng delivery hub, na kilala bilang “Jaypee,” at agad na kinuha ang kanyang service firearm na caliber 9MM. Pagkatapos nito, nagdeklara ang mga holdaper ng kanilang layunin na holdapin ang nasabing establisyemento.

Ayon sa mga saksi, tinali ng mga suspek ang kamay ng limang empleyado, kabilang si “Jaypee,” at nilimas ang laman ng kaha na tinatayang halos P800,000 na cash at tatlong cellphone.

Tumakas ang mga suspek sakay sa isang itim na sedan.

Samantala sinusuri ng pulisya ang mga CCTV footages ng mga kalapit na establisimyento upang makakuha ng mga mahalagang impormasyon na maaaring makatulong sa paglutas ng krimen.

St. Croix Avis, a 180-year-old daily newspaper in the US Virgin Islands, announces closure

Venus L Peñaflor
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St. Croix Avis, a 180-year-old daily newspaper in the US Virgin Islands, announces closure

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico. The St. Croix Avis, a small daily newspaper in the U.S. Virgin Islands, is set to cease publication after 180 years, as announced by owner and publisher Rena Brodhurst. The closure comes as the historic newspaper struggles to compete with the challenges posed by social media and digital newspaper subscription services.

The St. Croix Avis, which published its inaugural edition in 1844, has played a crucial role in the community, and Brodhurst acknowledged the contribution of past generations of literate slaves to its survival. However, the newspaper has found it increasingly difficult to sustain its operations in the evolving media landscape.

In a statement published on Sunday, Brodhurst expressed the challenges the newspaper faces, stating, “That is an impossible mission we are unable to fulfill.” The exact date of the paper’s last publication is not immediately clear, but Brodhurst mentioned that the company would soon use up its final shipment of newsprint.

“I give thanks to the Moravian Church that insisted the enslaved learn to read, write, and comprehend. The St. Croix Avis would never have been possible without that concept of ensuring a literate Black population,” she expressed in gratitude for the historical support that enabled the paper’s existence.

Founded on the island of St. Croix, home to a predominantly Black population of slave descent totaling around 41,000 people, the St. Croix Avis has been a witness to significant historical events. The newspaper initially published content in Danish but transitioned primarily to English after the U.S. government acquired the U.S. Virgin Islands from Denmark in 1917, according to the U.S. Library of Congress.

Throughout its 180-year history, the St. Croix Avis covered various events, including weather occurrences and societal celebrations. Notable headlines include reporting on a hurricane hitting the neighboring island of St. Thomas in 1867, with a portion of the headline reading, “Frightful Loss of Lives and Property!!!” The paper also covered events like Citizenship Day, where it commented on the amusement of onlookers during activities such as “the catching of the greased pig.”

In an open letter expressing gratitude to the community, Brodhurst lamented the closure of the St. Croix Avis, saying, “What an incredible journey we have had together, learning, growing, rejoicing, and crying together. The road we traveled together has been monumental.” The closure marks the end of a long and storied chapter in the history of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ media landscape.

Mangingisda, nasagip matapos ang walong araw na paglutang sa karagatan

Arman B. Cambe
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Mangingisda, nasagip matapos ang walong araw na paglutang sa karagatan

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan. Ibinalita ng Western Command ng Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP Wescom) na nailigtas ang isang mangingisda matapos ang walong araw na pagkapit sa isang piraso ng styrofoam hanggang sa masagip siya ng isang Chinese na bangka.

Si Rosalon Cayon, 31 taong gulang, ay naglayag kasama ang isa pang mangingisda gamit ang dalawang magkahiwalay na bangka noong Disyembre 20. Subalit, ang bangka ni Cayon ay lumubog mga 40 nautical miles mula sa baybayin ng Buliluyan sa mainland Palawan noong Disyembre 23.

Ayon sa AFP-Wescom, kumapit si Cayon sa isang piraso ng styrofoam upang manatiling nakalutang sa tubig sa loob ng walong araw.

“After eight days at sea, Cayon was spotted and rescued by a sampan – a Chinese small fishing boat,” ayon sa ulat ng Wescom noong Biyernes.

“The Chinese fishermen brought him safely to the Rizal Reef Detachment where he is currently being treated and taken care of by Filipino troops stationed there,” dagdag pa nito.

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