Category: Feature Stories

A surge in deceptive phone calls is putting consumers on alert again — despite a slight decline in overall spam activity. A new tactic, disguised as an innocent survey, is proving particularly dangerous. Spam calls down — but the threat remains According to data from Clever Dialer, 585,942 spam calls were registered in April — a 9.8% decrease compared to March. The drop is partly attributed to the Easter holidays. Still, the so‑called spam pressure remained high at 4.16, meaning users continued to receive more than four unwanted calls per…

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Coffee grounds have become a beloved home remedy among many hobby gardeners. Rich in nutrients, sustainable, and said to deter slugs — it sounds like the perfect natural fertilizer. And for many plants, it truly works wonders. But for others, using coffee grounds can turn into a slow, silent killer. Below are three types of plants that react poorly to this otherwise popular soil booster — and why you should keep your leftover espresso far away from them. 1. Vegetable Gardens Many gardeners sprinkle coffee grounds around their vegetable beds…

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Astronomers have identified 27 potential planets orbiting two suns, a discovery that could dramatically expand our understanding of how worlds form in complex stellar systems. An international team of astronomers has uncovered 27 candidate circumbinary planets—worlds that orbit not one, but two stars—using data from NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS). The findings, published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, mark one of the largest single leaps in the search for planets in binary star systems. Until now, only 18 such planets had been confirmed, making these…

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British Airways is pushing commercial aviation into a new era, becoming one of the first major airlines to allow voice and video calls during flights. Thanks to a new generation of high‑speed onboard Wi‑Fi, passengers on selected long‑haul routes can now do more than browse the web—they can dial in, log on, and speak up at 30,000 feet. A New Kind of Connectivity The airline’s upgraded system promises internet speeds comparable to those on the ground, with stable connections even across multiple devices. This means travelers can join video calls,…

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The Philippine Embassy in Vienna and its Migrant Workers Office (MWO) marked another milestone in public service on 19 April 2026, delivering more than 250 essential services to Filipino nationals during a one‑day consular and migrant worker outreach mission in Zvolen, Slovak Republic. The mission reaffirmed the Embassy’s commitment to bring government services closer to Filipinos living and working across Central Europe. A Lifeline for Filipinos in Slovakia The outreach mission—only the second held this year—served as a vital touchpoint for Filipinos who often travel long distances or juggle demanding…

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Public and free Wi‑Fi networks are everywhere — in hotels, cafés, airports, city centers, even at the beach. They save mobile data and often deliver fast connections. But cybersecurity experts warn that these convenient hotspots can expose users to serious privacy and security threats, especially when logging in without caution. The Real Danger: Wi‑Fi Sniffing The biggest vulnerability in open networks is so‑called Wi‑Fi sniffing. Anyone who operates or infiltrates a public hotspot can intercept unencrypted data traffic. That includes emails, chat messages, website logins, and in the worst cases…

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Chewing gum is more than a habit — it’s a small, everyday ritual with surprising effects on the body. While it can freshen breath and sharpen focus, it also carries risks that many people overlook. Below is a full feature article exploring whether chewing gum is healthy, harmful, or simply misunderstood. Chewing gum has been around since the 19th century, evolving from simple tree resins to today’s brightly packaged, sugar‑free, minty, fruity, or even vitamin‑infused varieties. Children love it, adults rely on it, and billions of pieces are chewed every…

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At first glance it looks like a tiny glitch on the screen — a small, glowing dot in the corner of your smartphone display. But that green (or sometimes orange) indicator is anything but accidental. It’s one of the most important privacy features built into modern Apple (iOS) and Google (Android) devices, designed to give users real‑time insight into how their phone’s hardware is being used. A Color Code for Your Privacy Both major mobile operating systems now use a standardized color system to show when sensitive components — microphone…

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The recent deaths of three passengers aboard the cruise ship Hondius in the Atlantic have drawn international attention to the Hantavirus — a pathogen known for decades but now back in the spotlight. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the victims are believed to have contracted the virus during the voyage, which began in Ushuaia in southern Argentina. As a precaution, passengers are currently not allowed to disembark. While South African health authorities urge calm, many are asking: What exactly is the Hantavirus, and how dangerous is it for…

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