6:13 p.m. July 24, 2026

What? HONOR Philippines is giving away 101 HONOR gadgets to its growing community with its biggest giveaway yet!

Known for continuously surprising consumers with blockbuster promotions — from giving away luxury vehicles to exclusive rewards — HONOR is once again raising the bar by putting 101 HONOR devices up for grabs in a nationwide giveaway, including the latest HONOR 600 Series. 

This celebrates the overwhelming support of HONOR fans while making the brand’s innovative technology more accessible to everyone. Joining is as easy as it gets. Participants simply need to comment on the official giveaway post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18wfpQRyTc/ — no follow required! 

“Our fans have always been at the heart of everything we do. This giveaway is our way of thanking them for their continued trust and support while giving more Filipinos the opportunity to experience HONOR technology,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. 

To stay updated on the latest news, products, and promotions from HONOR Philippines, visit the official HONOR Philippines website: www.hihonor.com, and on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

12:11 p.m. July 14, 2026

Domestic production of salt reached over 199,000 metric tons in the first half of the year, signaling robust growth in the sector following government efforts to revitalize the industry.

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) noted such boost in the production of artisanal, solar, and cooking salt after implementing interventions to strengthen the local industry and reduce import reliance under the Development of Salt Industry Project (DSIP). This initiative is designed to revitalize salt farms nationwide while creating sustainable, diversified livelihood opportunities for coastal communities.

“We are pleased with the improvement in salt output from January to June this year, reflecting gains of the DSIP. BFAR will continue to provide unwavering support to the Philippine salt industry as we work toward unlocking its full potential,” said BFAR National Director Elizer Salilig.

DSIP’s positive impact can be seen in Barangay Tawagan Sur, Pagadian City, where local fisherfolk are transforming their community into a productive salt hub. Originally organized in year 2000 for seaweed farming, a dedicated group of 19 members—mostly women—has successfully pivoted to salt production.

With BFAR’s guidance, the group employed rigorous site assessments and salinity testing to ensure their area was optimal for salt farming. To bolster their operations, the Bureau provided essential infrastructure, including solar beds, greenhouse tunnel-type salt dryers, elevated solar dryers, storage facilities, and necessary operational tools.

The transition has yielded impressive results. In 2025 alone, the group produced nearly 7 MT of high-quality salt. Today, the community operates a sophisticated network of 12 ground-level solar beds, four greenhouse dryers, 19 elevated solar dryers, and two dedicated storage facilities.

To further elevate their output, BFAR-Region IX is set to provide an iodizing machine this year, while the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is providing technical support to foster innovation in iodization and the development of value-added salt products.

Pagadian City Agriculturist Engr. Ramon Rodrigo underscored the importance of this community-led revival. 

“Revitalizing the salt industry is essential to strengthening our local production. What we are seeing in Tawagan Sur is proof that with the right support, technical guidance, and community determination, we can produce high-quality salt and secure sustainable livelihoods,” said Rodrigo.

As national production figures continue to climb, BFAR is committed to expanding the DSIP, aiming to see transformation in more coastal communities and ensure that the Philippine salt sector remains a pillar of local economic growth and a source of national pride.

2:10 p.m. June 10, 2026

From January to the beginning of May 2026, Kaspersky solutions detected more than 92,000 attacks of malware and potentially unwanted applications worldwide disguised as popular Artificial Intelligence (AI) agents and AI services.

Cybercriminals exploited trusted brands to lure victims into downloading malicious files, with fake ChatGPT applications accounting for almost half (49%) of all detected attacks, while Claude and Gemini each represented 18%. Kaspersky presented these insights at its annual flagship European conference, Kaspersky HORIZONS, in Rome on May 19.

Since the beginning of the year, Kaspersky researchers have identified more than 15,000 samples of malware masquerading as agentic AI software, including fake versions of rapidly growing tools such as OpenClaw. Among these samples were banking trojans, spyware, exploits, and malware downloaders capable of deploying additional malicious payloads.

In May 2026, Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) also uncovered a new campaign linked to the Silver Fox advanced persistent threat (APT) group. In this operation, attackers distributed fake Claude AI applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux, targeting users seeking access to AI tools. Once launched, the malicious installers silently deployed malware onto victims’ devices, enabling long-term access to compromised systems and sensitive information.

“The introduction of AI agents into enterprise environments changes the nature of trust itself. Every automated action becomes part of a wider chain of systems and data exchanges, which means security is no longer just about protecting endpoints – it is about controlling how intelligence, permissions, and decisions propagate across interconnected AI-driven processes,” explains Dmitry Galov, Head of Russia and CIS units at Kaspersky GReAT. “Users should also keep in mind that attackers are actively leveraging popular AI services as a lure to steal victims’ confidential data and funds. Taking into account the evolution of modern threat landscape, reliable security solutions are becoming an essential part of digital life.”

To protect against evolving threats, Kaspersky recommends organizations: 

• Protect corporate infrastructure against a wide range of threats. Use solutions from the Kaspersky Next product line that provide real-time protection, threat visibility, investigation and advanced response capabilities. If a company lacks cybersecurity workers, it can adopt managed security services such as Kaspersky Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and / or Incident Response that covers the entire incident management cycle – from threat identification to continuous protection and remediation.
• Equip your cybersecurity team with in-depth visibility into cyber threats targeting your organization. The latest Kaspersky Threat Intelligence delivers rich, contextual insights throughout the entire incident management cycle, enabling timely identification of cyber risks. AI-powered open-source intelligence search enhances your team’s ability to uncover and respond to emerging threats with greater precision.