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The article offers information on U.S. coins minted for the Philippines from 1903 to 1946. Topics include the historical context of American sovereignty in the Philippines, the Philippine-American War, and the role of American administration in the islands. It also discusses the design and specifications of the coins, including the alloy standards and denominations, highlighting their similarity to U.S. coins.

A recent study conducted by the University of Southeastern Philippines examines the rise of the virtual accounting industry in the Philippines. The research explores the increase in Filipino practitioners offering online accounting services, membership in exclusive social media groups for virtual accountants, published job openings for online accountants, and potential income as broadcasted on social media. The study utilizes both secondary data from pre-pandemic and post-pandemic phases and primary information from selected virtual accountants in the Philippines. The findings shed light on the opportunities for individuals to earn a living from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by De La Salle University in the Philippines utilized spatial analysis and GIS to examine tuberculosis (TB) cases in Central Luzon. The research found that the region, along with two others, had the highest incidence of TB in the country. The study identified significant non-random clusters of TB cases in 2019 and recommended further investigation into the potential association with the El Nino event that occurred that year. The researchers also noted that the underreporting of cases in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19 protocols may have affected the accuracy of the reported data. The findings of this study can be used to allocate resources effectively in addressing the spread of TB in the region. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) initiative to exchange worn or damaged Philippine coins and banknotes, aiming to remove unfit currency from circulation and promote digital cash. The BSP's effort, which began in Pangasinan and is part of the Piso Caravan program, also supports the transition to digital payments and financial services, aligning with the central bank's broader goal of increasing digital transaction usage in the country.

Super Typhoon Gaemi has caused devastating floods and landslides in the Philippines and is now heading towards Taiwan and China. With sustained winds of up to 185 kilometers per hour, Gaemi has led to flight and ferry cancellations in both countries. Taiwan's capital, Taipei, has suspended stock trading and closed offices and schools for two days, which is the first time this has happened since 2016. In the Philippines, at least four people have died and over half a million people have been displaced. Gaemi is expected to cause significant damage in the region. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Medical City in the Philippines evaluated the implementation of a maternal safety bundle for severe preeclampsia and eclampsia. The bundle included components such as eclampsia kits, clinical pathways, and educational modules. The study found that the implementation of the bundle led to improved knowledge and confidence among participants, as well as increased compliance with timely management of hypertension and eclampsia prevention. The researchers concluded that the maternal safety bundle is a feasible quality improvement initiative that enhances clinical competencies and access to emergency resuscitation supplies. This study provides a framework for implementing similar initiatives to improve maternal safety. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by the University of the Philippines Diliman explores the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in microbial food safety, specifically in the ASEAN region. The research highlights the importance of food safety in ASEAN and the challenges faced in implementing conventional systems for controlling foodborne diseases. The study reviews the global applications of AI in microbial food safety and discusses possible steps for its adaptation in the ASEAN context. The research aims to improve the current state of microbial food safety in the region by harnessing AI technologies. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Angeles University Foundation in Angeles City, Philippines have conducted a study on e-commerce recommendation strategies. They found that traditional collaborative filtering methods used in e-commerce platforms can be time-consuming and may not always provide accurate recommendations. To address these limitations, the researchers propose using locality-sensitive hashing (LSH) to improve the response efficiency and accuracy of e-commerce platforms. The study concludes that their algorithm shows promise in improving the shopping experiences of customers. This research has been peer-reviewed and published in the International Journal of Ad Hoc and Ubiquitous Computing. [Extracted from the article]

Indonesia-based Cupbop, a fast casual Korean Barbeque in-a-cup concept, has promoted Gina Silveira to director of Operations. Before joining the company in February of 2023, as a corporate trainer, Silveira, who immigrated to the US from the Philippines 10 years ago, was hired at McDonald's. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Davao City in the Philippines will install geographical information system kiosks early this year, according to a mindanews.com report. A GIS kiosk will help the City Planning and Development Office with evaluations, business permits, building permits and a digitalized mapping... [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]