Deputy Mayor Cynthia Barker is truly a Filipino pride. A native of San Pablo, Laguna, she tells the story of her family's humble beginnings in the United Kingdom that started when her mother worked as an OFW. Now a successful lawyer and public servant in the UK, this inspiring lady never fails to show the Filipino people that no matter how high your goal is, you can achieve it with perseverance and courage to overcome the obstacles.
Global temperatures have changed in the past 100 years due to climate change. Since the late 19th centure, the planet's average temperature has risen about 0.9 degree celsius made worse by increased carbon dioxide and human-made emissions into the atmosphere. As a result, humans tend to seek technological innovations to combat the effects of global warming.
Reon Pocket
Ever heard of 'wearable air conditioner'? Sony calls its tiny air conditioner the Reon Pocket, and can be worn just below a person's nape in the pocket (with hole) of a specialized undershirt. Once you wear the device, you can control it using your smartphone application.
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Cool in Summer, Warm in Winter
The Reon Pocket can minimize your body's surface temperature by 23 degrees Fahrenheit (13 degrees celsius) if you want to use it in summer. It can also be maximized by about 14 degrees Fahrenheit (8 degrees celsius) during winter.
To make this project possible, Sony has launched a crowdfunding platform called First Flight. It aims to promote new business concept to determine its profitability and it allows it backers to purchase directly and pre-order new devices such as Reon Pocket developed by Sony.
When I was a kid, first time I heard a person speaking in Spanish, I wondered why I understand some words. Then when I studied in the first grade, I learned that Spain colonized the Philippines 500 or so years ago that resulted to the adoption of Spanish words.
Vlogger Eric Martinez discusses one by one the 99 Tagalog words that have the same meaning in Spanish. As I watched his vlogs I found that he lived in Latin America for several years now, then learned the Spanish language by just listening to the native speakers speaking in public places. Now he can speak fluent Spanish and even do his vlogs in this Romance language.
Known for its natural beauty and people's hosptality, the Philippines is now one of the countries being targeted by vloggers of different nationalities. Youtube has been populated by different vlogs featuring the spectacular tourist destinations, plus some far flung virgin places that are not yet reached by tourists.
Two of my favorite vloggers have strolled over 20 tourist spots in the country. A couple brimming with seemingly unlimited energy, Mike and Nelly of the vlog Making It Happen never stop. Follow their escapades from the bustling streets of Manila, to the marvellous destinations in the Philippines, and to the rest of Asia. Subscribe to their channel for more of their exciting adventures!
