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GMA Network
a day ago
- Politics
- GMA Network
Comelec lifts proclamation suspension of Benguet solon
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) Second Division lifted the suspension of the proclamation of Benguet lone district representative-elect Eric Yap following the dismissal of a disqualification petition against his candidacy for Eleksyon 2025. In an eight-page ruling, the poll body junked an October 2024 petition filed by petitioner Franklin Tino, seeking to disqualify Yap from the May 2025 midterm elections on the grounds of material misrepresentation due to questions on his citizenship. Tino alleged that Yap committed material misrepresentation when he filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) for Benguet representative when he is not a natural-born Filipino citizen. He also accused Yap of falsifying his birth certificate and Philippine passport. Yap, in his verified answer, denied the allegations as 'false, malicious, and unfounded'. 'In this case, the Petitioner has utterly failed to discharge this burden. Not a single piece of documentary, testimonial, or circumstantial evidence has been adduced to support his claims against the Respondent,' the poll body said. 'This glaring omission not only renders the Petition fatally defective, but also betrays a troubling lack of diligence and candor in invoking the processes of this Honorable Commission,' it said. The Comelec Second Division also added that 'courts and tribunals are not venues for fishing expeditions or trial by innuendo. To entertain a petition built on unproven claims is to erode the very foundations of justice. Justice is not served by speculation but by evidence, and in the absence of the latter, the Petition must inevitably fail.' Meanwhile, the Benguet Provincial Board of Canvassers (PBOC) were also instructed to reconvene and proceed with the proclamation of Yap. Motion for Reconsideration Poll chief George Erwin Garcia, for his part, reiterated that the ruling is not yet final and executory as the petitioner still has five days to question the decision. 'May karapatan ang peititoner na mag-file ng motion for reconsideration. Titingnan natin within the period of five days kung mag-MR. Kaya ang PBOC ng Benguet ay maaari pang hindi mag-convene para iproklama siya kasi hihintayin pa ang certificate of finality and entry of judgment sapagkat kung saka-sakali na ang petitioner ay mag-file ng MR, maaaring mahinto ang pagpapatupad ng decision,' Garcia told reporters. (The petitioner can file for an MR. We'll see if he will do that within five days. The PBOC may still not reconvene to proclaim [Yap] because we will have to wait for the certificate of finality and entry of judgment. If the petitioner files an MR, the decision may be stopped and not be implemented.) — BAP, GMA Integrated News
Mint
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Love or scam? NEET UG 2025 topper features in multiple coaching centre ads; social media questions the rationale
A viral video has sparked a funny yet serious debate in the coaching world. Keshav Mittal, a 17-year-old from Punjab's Barnala, topped NEET UG 2025 with All India Rank 7 in his first try. Now, three big coaching centres, Allen, Motion and Narayana, are all claiming him as their student. Each institute shared congratulatory posts, proudly linking Keshav's success to their teaching. This has confused everyone and created a storm on social media. Memes and jokes are everywhere, with people asking how one student can belong to three rival institutes at once. 'It's love, not a scam. Coaching people for Keshav,' wrote the X (formerly Twitter) user who shared the viral video. 'Everyone has shared it on their own Instagram and Facebook. I've lost trust in all these institutes — when they're the ones doing scams, what will happen to the students?' reacted one user. One user clarified, 'This child was a regular classroom student in one coaching centre, and had joined the test series in another coaching centre.' 'It's also possible that Keshav's family might have taken money and sold the rank to the coaching institute for publicity,' alleged another user. One user wrote, 'Can't you even understand something as simple as this: students take tests from different coaching centres, sometimes they even take coaching from different places.' Keshav Mittal, a 17-year-old student from Tapa town in Punjab's Barnala district, has secured All-India Rank 7 in the NEET UG exam. He has scored 680 out of 720 marks. This was his first attempt at the national medical entrance test, and he is the highest scorer from Punjab this year. Keshav studied at DM Public Senior Secondary School in Karar Wala, Bathinda. He took coaching from a private institute in Chandigarh, according to HT. Keshav followed a daily study routine of 8 to 9 hours. The National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts NEET every year, announced the results on June 14.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Kota institutes shine again
Jaipur: Kota has once again reaffirmed its reputation as India's coaching capital, with its premier institutes delivering exceptional results in NEET-UG 2025, the country's most competitive medical entrance examination. The result was announced on Saturday. Allen Career Institute claimed to have 39 students securing ranks in the Top 100, including four students in the Top 10. Mrinal Jha (AIR 4), Keshav Mittal (AIR 7), Bhavya Chirag Jha (AIR 8) and Aarav Agarwal (AIR 10, from the distance program) were among the top achievers. Aashi Singh secured AIR 12, ranking 2nd among girls nationwide. A total of 19 students from Allen featured in the Top 50, and 30 out of the Top 100 are from its classroom program. Allen CEO Nitin Kukreja stated, "We believe in delivering quality and results with transparency. Our results are not just about numbers but about excellence, and we ensure authenticity by getting them audited by EY India." Joining the celebration of Kota's dominance, Motion Education also posted remarkable results. The institute saw seven of its students break into the Top 100, and 18 rank within the Top 500. Due to server delays from the NTA, Motion's full results are still being compiled. However, as of Saturday, Keshav Mittal (AIR 7), MD Yusuf (AIR 18), Darshan Mule (AIR 19), Prateek Singh (AIR 50), Raghav Goyal (AIR 62), Anushka Shukrawal (AIR 72), and Jatin Kumar (AIR 85) were among the top performers from Motion. "These results reflect Motion's consistent focus on concept clarity, discipline, and mentoring," said Founder & CEO of Motion Nitin Vijay. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Mint
14-06-2025
- Mint
Is the Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar worth its price tag?
It might be an expensive proposition, and it's wrapped in an elegant package, but is it a worthy successor to an already great soundbar? Yes, I'm talking about the Sonos Arc Ultra, a true sequel and replacement for the original Arc, which is being phased out. Going forward, the Arc Ultra will be the only option for potential buyers. Why the 'Ultra' tag despite the soundbar looking eerily similar? The company states that the entire interior of the soundbar has been completely revamped. It has undergone extensive acoustic re-engineering to reach its current state. Pair the Sonos Arc Ultra along with their Sub 4, and you've got one spicy combination. Yes, the company may have experienced extensive app troubles, but to overcome the hurdle, this is what was needed. A complete re-engineering and an entirely new way of thinking have brought the American audio maker Sonos back into the fold as one of the leading companies in the industry. Going the 'Ultra' route allowed Sonos to showcase its brilliant audio tuning alongside the brand-new Sound Motion technology to a much broader customer base. It won't be light on the pocket, but then again, it's competing with 'flagship' products in this segment. The whole package The Arc Ultra comes in at ₹99,999, but alongside it, you'll probably want to pick up the Sub 4 subwoofer. That'll set you back by ₹84,999—that's a whopping ₹1,84,998 for the bundle, though in line with the Bose Smart Ultra & Bass Module 700 (approximately ₹1,89,900). There's also Sony, which offers the Bravia Theatre Bar 9 and SA-SW3 subwoofer (approximately ₹1,79,800). The point is that Sonos is in a class where there are few players, even fewer buyers (Indian consumers are heavily price-conscious) and many with decades more experience in producing audio products. However, what Sonos nails, right from the start, is the sound quality. It's simply top-notch. Simply put, you're getting a more detailed and immersive surround sound experience along with the Dolby Atmos touch. Immediately after unboxing and plugging in the soundbar and subwoofer, I played the Mission Impossible theme sound. That loud thud, the bass, it just rocked my room. Yes, the doors were quite literally quaking, and there was a rumble all along the floor. This is, in part, thanks to Sound Motion technology, which helped create a smaller subwoofer with equal bass output. A smaller woofer means that there is more space for other drivers. The Arc Ultra has 14 individually powered drivers, three more than the Arc. The drivers include seven tweeters, six midrange drivers and the new 'Sound Motion' woofer. As has always been the case, there is support for lossless Dolby Atmos and DTS surround. What the Arc Ultra does best is replicate a surround sound speaker. It is just one soundbar, but it bounces the sound at varying angles to imitate a surround sound experience. To my surprise, it was pretty good. The Arc Ultra is a little longer than the previous version, the sonos Arc (so make sure the table is long enough to accommodate it), has a smaller profile, and the controls are a bit further back. In fact, the controls are in a dedicated block at the rear of the soundbar. A familiar sound signature It was the opening scene of Mad Max: Fury Road (which I had put on for testing purposes and also cause it's one of my favourite movies of the 21st century), and the soundbar nailed it all: the explosions, the voices, and the bass. The movie took over the entire room, which shook as though I was in the thick of things. This is what Sonos has been good at for many products now, and it's gotten that much better. Sonos has refined the sound even further. There's a very detailed soundstage, and the bass just hits right. Then there is the subwoofer (more on that in a bit) if you want more bass. The Sonos Arc Ultra has been tested for a wide array of genres, and it shows. The instrument separation is excellent. The only downside was that some dialogues felt a little more screechy than they should have. There is a feature called Speech Enhancement, which has three levels of adjustment. I set it to medium, and the dialogues become clearer without overpowering the other sounds. The sound signature is warm, fuzzy, and welcoming. And if you need to amp it up a notch, you can go into the app and adjust the settings. Back to that bass The Arc Ultra, on its own, is a fantastic soundbar. It's comparable to the Sony and Bose models I presented earlier. While those models tend to become fuller and more immersive, the Arc Ultra holds its own. And while the Arc Ultra is fantastic on its own and suitable for most people, the Sub 4 is a superb add-on (albeit pricey). The lows hit hard, and the bass consumed the entire floor. The Sub 4 takes things down a notch (and makes you quiver in your room). The explosions have more depth, and the voices are more pronounced. It truly is a room-shattering add-on. You might just have to tone it down lest the rattling get to you. Where the Arc Ultra falters The one area where the Arc Ultra (and the Sub 4) fall behind the competition is in terms of the app. Sonos has been experiencing app issues, and one hopes a new overhaul is forthcoming soon. It was back in January when Sonos CEO Patrick Spence stepped down after the disastrous app launch. I had problems connecting the Arc Ultra to my app despite both being on the same network. Many times, the Arc Ultra would simply disappear from the app, and thereafter, I'd have to power cycle the device to get it to reappear. It was more frustrating than not. The other problem I had, and this is a general rant about Sonos, is the lack of a remote in the package. For a product of this cost, that's an expensive miss. Would I buy it? The Arc Ultra is an excellent upgrade over the original Arc. But, at this point, there is far more competition than before in this segment. And Sony and Bose prove just how good you have to be to make a dent. The Arc Ultra provides a theatre-like immersive sound experience (with a very good Speech Enhancement feature) and thumping bass that outdoes its rivals. It's a good step forward for the company. Arc users needn't upgrade, but if you're coming in fresh, then be prepared to be bowled over by the Arc Ultra—clearer dialogues, deeper bass, and a more immersive experience equal to a fantastic purchase. I would get the Sub 4 alongside it, but the combination will just clean out your wallet. If you can withstand the app troubles and are a believer in the company and its promise to 'fix them", then you won't be disappointed with the Arc Ultra. But, for a product costing over ₹1,00,000, that's a precious decision to be made.
The Advertiser
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2025 Genesis Electrified G80 price and specs
Genesis Australia has released full specifications for its updated Electrified G80 luxury sedan, bringing a larger battery and more range with tweaked safety and interior tech in a new, long-wheelbase body. Offered in one "highly equipped" Signature AWD trim level, the Electrified G80 is priced from $155,000 before on-roads, an increase of $10,000 from when the model first launched in 2023. It now features a colossal 27-inch display that incorporates infotainment and instrument displays, a new Bang & Olufsen premium sound system, Hyundai Motor Group's "Ergo Motion" air-controlled seats front and rear, and powered rear doors. Other upgrades include Highway Driving Assist 2 with navigation-based smart cruise control and active road noise cancelling, the latter of which utilises four sensors and six interior microphones to monitor sound levels. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Its battery capacity has been upgraded from 87.2kWh to 94.5kWh, giving the Electrified G80 a maximum claimed driving range of 570km on the WLTP cycle. Outputs remain at 272kW of power and 700Nm of torque, with rear-wheel steering now featuring as standard. Genesis labels this battery as a "fourth-generation" unit, which still incorporates 800V architecture and boasts a claimed DC fast charging capacity of 350kW. This means the Electrified G80 claims to be capable of charging from 10 to 80 per cent in 25 minutes. It's also fitted with Genesis' "Preview Electronic Control Suspension", which can supposedly adjust the suspension dampers "in readiness for bumps and potholes ahead", informed by the front camera and GPS data. These specifications exclude the hotted-up G80 EV Magma Concept, which was revealed in Beijing in early 2024. Only the tamer Electrified G80 is available in Australia at the time of publication. The new long-wheelbase Electrified G80 has increased the car's length by 130mm, while width and boot space measurements have been retained. Genesis backs the Electrified G80 with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first, though pricing has yet to be detailed. The brand also offers a five-year ChargeFox subscription with new Electrified G80 purchases, while the "Genesis to You" program is offered for the duration of the car's five-year "Complimentary Scheduled Servicing" period. This unlocks Genesis' concierge service and courtesy vehicle service. The updated Electrified G80 has yet to be crash-tested, though the outgoing model wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing conducted in 2020. Standard safety equipment includes: There's only one fully kitted trim level available for the Electrified G80. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 Signature AWD equipment highlights: Genesis Connected Services include: Note: * denotes functions requiring smartphone app connectivity. The Genesis Electrified G80 also supports over-the-air (OTA) updates. A total of 13 colours are listed on Genesis' online configurator, including one matte option that commands an extra $2000. There are also four interior colourways and five wood accent options. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 colours: Interior colours: Wood accents: MORE: Explore the Genesis G80 showroom Content originally sourced from: Genesis Australia has released full specifications for its updated Electrified G80 luxury sedan, bringing a larger battery and more range with tweaked safety and interior tech in a new, long-wheelbase body. Offered in one "highly equipped" Signature AWD trim level, the Electrified G80 is priced from $155,000 before on-roads, an increase of $10,000 from when the model first launched in 2023. It now features a colossal 27-inch display that incorporates infotainment and instrument displays, a new Bang & Olufsen premium sound system, Hyundai Motor Group's "Ergo Motion" air-controlled seats front and rear, and powered rear doors. Other upgrades include Highway Driving Assist 2 with navigation-based smart cruise control and active road noise cancelling, the latter of which utilises four sensors and six interior microphones to monitor sound levels. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Its battery capacity has been upgraded from 87.2kWh to 94.5kWh, giving the Electrified G80 a maximum claimed driving range of 570km on the WLTP cycle. Outputs remain at 272kW of power and 700Nm of torque, with rear-wheel steering now featuring as standard. Genesis labels this battery as a "fourth-generation" unit, which still incorporates 800V architecture and boasts a claimed DC fast charging capacity of 350kW. This means the Electrified G80 claims to be capable of charging from 10 to 80 per cent in 25 minutes. It's also fitted with Genesis' "Preview Electronic Control Suspension", which can supposedly adjust the suspension dampers "in readiness for bumps and potholes ahead", informed by the front camera and GPS data. These specifications exclude the hotted-up G80 EV Magma Concept, which was revealed in Beijing in early 2024. Only the tamer Electrified G80 is available in Australia at the time of publication. The new long-wheelbase Electrified G80 has increased the car's length by 130mm, while width and boot space measurements have been retained. Genesis backs the Electrified G80 with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first, though pricing has yet to be detailed. The brand also offers a five-year ChargeFox subscription with new Electrified G80 purchases, while the "Genesis to You" program is offered for the duration of the car's five-year "Complimentary Scheduled Servicing" period. This unlocks Genesis' concierge service and courtesy vehicle service. The updated Electrified G80 has yet to be crash-tested, though the outgoing model wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing conducted in 2020. Standard safety equipment includes: There's only one fully kitted trim level available for the Electrified G80. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 Signature AWD equipment highlights: Genesis Connected Services include: Note: * denotes functions requiring smartphone app connectivity. The Genesis Electrified G80 also supports over-the-air (OTA) updates. A total of 13 colours are listed on Genesis' online configurator, including one matte option that commands an extra $2000. There are also four interior colourways and five wood accent options. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 colours: Interior colours: Wood accents: MORE: Explore the Genesis G80 showroom Content originally sourced from: Genesis Australia has released full specifications for its updated Electrified G80 luxury sedan, bringing a larger battery and more range with tweaked safety and interior tech in a new, long-wheelbase body. Offered in one "highly equipped" Signature AWD trim level, the Electrified G80 is priced from $155,000 before on-roads, an increase of $10,000 from when the model first launched in 2023. It now features a colossal 27-inch display that incorporates infotainment and instrument displays, a new Bang & Olufsen premium sound system, Hyundai Motor Group's "Ergo Motion" air-controlled seats front and rear, and powered rear doors. Other upgrades include Highway Driving Assist 2 with navigation-based smart cruise control and active road noise cancelling, the latter of which utilises four sensors and six interior microphones to monitor sound levels. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Its battery capacity has been upgraded from 87.2kWh to 94.5kWh, giving the Electrified G80 a maximum claimed driving range of 570km on the WLTP cycle. Outputs remain at 272kW of power and 700Nm of torque, with rear-wheel steering now featuring as standard. Genesis labels this battery as a "fourth-generation" unit, which still incorporates 800V architecture and boasts a claimed DC fast charging capacity of 350kW. This means the Electrified G80 claims to be capable of charging from 10 to 80 per cent in 25 minutes. It's also fitted with Genesis' "Preview Electronic Control Suspension", which can supposedly adjust the suspension dampers "in readiness for bumps and potholes ahead", informed by the front camera and GPS data. These specifications exclude the hotted-up G80 EV Magma Concept, which was revealed in Beijing in early 2024. Only the tamer Electrified G80 is available in Australia at the time of publication. The new long-wheelbase Electrified G80 has increased the car's length by 130mm, while width and boot space measurements have been retained. Genesis backs the Electrified G80 with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first, though pricing has yet to be detailed. The brand also offers a five-year ChargeFox subscription with new Electrified G80 purchases, while the "Genesis to You" program is offered for the duration of the car's five-year "Complimentary Scheduled Servicing" period. This unlocks Genesis' concierge service and courtesy vehicle service. The updated Electrified G80 has yet to be crash-tested, though the outgoing model wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing conducted in 2020. Standard safety equipment includes: There's only one fully kitted trim level available for the Electrified G80. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 Signature AWD equipment highlights: Genesis Connected Services include: Note: * denotes functions requiring smartphone app connectivity. The Genesis Electrified G80 also supports over-the-air (OTA) updates. A total of 13 colours are listed on Genesis' online configurator, including one matte option that commands an extra $2000. There are also four interior colourways and five wood accent options. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 colours: Interior colours: Wood accents: MORE: Explore the Genesis G80 showroom Content originally sourced from: Genesis Australia has released full specifications for its updated Electrified G80 luxury sedan, bringing a larger battery and more range with tweaked safety and interior tech in a new, long-wheelbase body. Offered in one "highly equipped" Signature AWD trim level, the Electrified G80 is priced from $155,000 before on-roads, an increase of $10,000 from when the model first launched in 2023. It now features a colossal 27-inch display that incorporates infotainment and instrument displays, a new Bang & Olufsen premium sound system, Hyundai Motor Group's "Ergo Motion" air-controlled seats front and rear, and powered rear doors. Other upgrades include Highway Driving Assist 2 with navigation-based smart cruise control and active road noise cancelling, the latter of which utilises four sensors and six interior microphones to monitor sound levels. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Its battery capacity has been upgraded from 87.2kWh to 94.5kWh, giving the Electrified G80 a maximum claimed driving range of 570km on the WLTP cycle. Outputs remain at 272kW of power and 700Nm of torque, with rear-wheel steering now featuring as standard. Genesis labels this battery as a "fourth-generation" unit, which still incorporates 800V architecture and boasts a claimed DC fast charging capacity of 350kW. This means the Electrified G80 claims to be capable of charging from 10 to 80 per cent in 25 minutes. It's also fitted with Genesis' "Preview Electronic Control Suspension", which can supposedly adjust the suspension dampers "in readiness for bumps and potholes ahead", informed by the front camera and GPS data. These specifications exclude the hotted-up G80 EV Magma Concept, which was revealed in Beijing in early 2024. Only the tamer Electrified G80 is available in Australia at the time of publication. The new long-wheelbase Electrified G80 has increased the car's length by 130mm, while width and boot space measurements have been retained. Genesis backs the Electrified G80 with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km high-voltage battery warranty. Servicing is required every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first, though pricing has yet to be detailed. The brand also offers a five-year ChargeFox subscription with new Electrified G80 purchases, while the "Genesis to You" program is offered for the duration of the car's five-year "Complimentary Scheduled Servicing" period. This unlocks Genesis' concierge service and courtesy vehicle service. The updated Electrified G80 has yet to be crash-tested, though the outgoing model wears a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing conducted in 2020. Standard safety equipment includes: There's only one fully kitted trim level available for the Electrified G80. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 Signature AWD equipment highlights: Genesis Connected Services include: Note: * denotes functions requiring smartphone app connectivity. The Genesis Electrified G80 also supports over-the-air (OTA) updates. A total of 13 colours are listed on Genesis' online configurator, including one matte option that commands an extra $2000. There are also four interior colourways and five wood accent options. 2025 Genesis Electrified G80 colours: Interior colours: Wood accents: MORE: Explore the Genesis G80 showroom Content originally sourced from:
