Corinto Olive Oil, based in Greece, has achieved a Gold Award at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition The acco­lade was given for their Corinto High Phenolic vari­ety This vari­ety is crafted from the Koroneiki cul­ti­var and serves as a trib­ute to the his­tor­i­cal con­nec­tion between the olive tree and the land of Corinth Corinto Olive Oil is known for pro­duc­ing extra vir­gin olive oil exclu­sively from Manaki olives The com­pany sources these olives from its own groves and local pro­duc­ers draw­ing on a cen­tury-long fam­ily tra­di­tion in olive cul­ti­va­tion The award-win­ning Corinto High Phenolic edi­tion show­cas­ing the com­pa­ny’s ver­sa­til­ity and ded­i­ca­tion to qual­ity The World Olive Oil Competition is a pres­ti­gious event that rec­og­nizes excel­lence in olive oil pro­duc­tion glob­ally Corinto’s achieve­ment at the NYIOOC under­scores its com­mit­ment to main­tain­ing high stan­dards in olive oil pro­duc­tion blend­ing tra­di­tional prac­tices with mod­ern tech­niques The win­ning brands are pre­sented in the Official Guide and the Olive Oil Times World Ranking About Search I feel greatly honored that I should have on this occasion been welcomed not only by the President of Nicaragua but by the President-elect and the former President Representing the political parties of Nicaragua who have been lately at conflict this occasion becomes one of much more than ordinary interest It represents the consolidation of the forces of domestic peace It represents the growing unity of the Nicaraguan people It demonstrates that the difficult natural crisis into which my own county has been drawn has now reached a basis of solution which merits the deepest thankfulness of all our peoples and for which I wish to congratulate the leaders of the Nicaraguan Nation NOTE: President-elect Hoover spoke on board the U.S.S in response to remarks of welcome by President Adolfo Diaz of Nicaragua A translation of President Diaz' remarks follows: It has been highly gratifying to me to have been called upon to greet the great President-elect of the great American people who in the near future will guide the destinies of the most powerful Republic in the world upon being elected to so exalted a position a step which will stimulate the sentiments of cordiality of all the nations because of special circumstances of history and geography finds itself linked to the people of the United States also takes pleasure in greeting you through me we assure you of our cordial disposition to cooperate with you toward a great continental harmony the supreme aspiration of peace and concord to which your journey leads the way I also extend to you my own personal wishes that fair winds may continue to follow this ship to the happiness and well being of its distinguished travelers Nicaragua Online by Gerhard Peters and John T The American Presidency Project https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/node/372893 The American Presidency ProjectJohn Woolley and Gerhard PetersContact Twitter Facebook Copyright © The American Presidency ProjectTerms of Service | Privacy | Accessibility An official website of the United States government  Before his daily attire consisted of a suit United States Secret Service Special Agent Coron Williams wore a different uniform – that of a Division I college basketball player As a member of the Robert Morris University basketball team that qualified for the 2010 NCAA Tournament He also knows that many of the skills he developed to become an elite basketball player also translate to having success in the Secret Service “What you need to be an agent is what us athletes have already,” Williams said From a guard on the basketball floor to a guardian of democracy the 35-year-old is in his second year working for the Secret Service He has been assigned as a Special Agent in the Washington Field Office since August His official title brings him immense pride Williams always reflects on his path to the agency It was a road built upon high-level athletics Williams played for Robert Morris for four years He then played one year at Wake Forest University before signing to play professionally overseas where he suited up for a handful of teams between 2014-2020 Like anybody with basketball in their blood his eyes are now on the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament The Division I NCAA men’s basketball tourney is one of the most popular sporting events in the U.S Williams was lucky enough to experience ‘The Big Dance’ during his first collegiate season I had never felt anything like that before and I have never [since] The underdog kept the game closer than any analyst expected but ultimately lost to the Wildcats in overtime Williams did not see any playing time due to his redshirt status “It was heartbreaking because our guys played so hard and played so well If we would have a couple calls go our way it would have been different,” Williams said the Colonials earned their ticket to the NCAA Tournament once again this year second-seeded Alabama out of the Southeastern Conference Williams watched on television as his former school fell 90-81 to a talented Crimson Tide team that would advance to the Elite 8 of the tournament But [Robert Morris] competed and that’s what our culture is there I feel like I was one of the guys who helped instill that,” Williams said Now he is all about the culture of the Secret Service which he believes fits former athletes perfectly What you need to be successful in your respective sport are the same traits you need to be successful at this job,” Williams said He stressed the importance of time management and physical and mental fitness to excel as a Special Agent I have to rely on my teammate to do his job That’s what makes me good at my job,” Williams said “You’ve got to be aware of everything that is going on around you in the Secret Service Knowing your opponent is also critical.  You have to be willing to take time to know your opponent You’ve got to be able to take time to know your [protective site] “We have a saying (in basketball): Know your personnel - ‘K.Y.P.’ Williams is used to the pressure-packed posts and intense investigations His ascent into one of the most elite law-enforcement agencies in the world was aided by his time on some of the biggest stages in sports We know how big these events are in the Secret Service In the NCAA Tournament we know how big the moment is You cannot focus on how big the game is or you are going to struggle and you are going to lose,” Williams said.  You’ve got to be able to perform under pressure You’ve got to persevere through those thoughts You’ve got to persevere through what’s going on around you and focus on your job and get your job done,” he said “You’ve got to be able to be poised – poised under pressure.” The funds will be used to expand its technical and operational capabilities as well as the San Isidro Logistics Center 2022.- Contributing to the socioeconomic development of Nicaraguans work is progressing to improve the operational capabilities of Puerto Corinto where one of the main objectives is to provide a more efficient service to ships in the future developing loading and unloading activities with systems and tools that will reduce by more than 50% the time currently used for this activity which includes the construction of 15,944 m2 of dock area container and general cargo terminal yards 298.4 m2 of walkway area at the cruise terminal dredging of the port's access channel and dock is supported by the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) with US$184 million "We are pleased that our partner countries prioritize this type of initiative which represents the strengthening of the country's competitiveness in the international trade field as well as the generation of jobs and support for tourism promotion," said CABEI Executive President the initiative will enable the acquisition of equipment for the efficient operation of such infrastructure the port and logistics center in general (pilot boat as well as a specialized technological infrastructure system for ports that integrates all the operational and administrative processes related to the automated handling of ships and cargo Puerto Corinto is the country's main port and the second most important in terms of cruise ship arrivals It has been internationally certified as a "Safe Port" since June 2004.  In addition it strictly complies with the port and maritime security measures established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and is constantly supervised by the Aquatic Transportation General Directorate (DGTA) it will be possible to handle international cargo and ships boosting national and regional trade by making conditions more competitive thus benefiting the country's producers and consumers and promoting the movement of 39,355 additional passengers per year," said Virgilio Silva executive president of Empresa Portuaria Nacional (National Port Company) the maintenance dredging of 710,129 m3 of the Access Channel and Maneuvering Basin and the construction of a land platform or containment dock in the area of the old banana dock in the Port were completed which ensures the safe entry and exit of vessels this multipurpose port received a total of 493 vessels It has 4 berths where 3 vessels are served at a time and a special liquid cargo berth exclusively for vessels with this type of cargo Regional competitiveness is a priority for CABEI so the modernization of this port will help boost its member countries by increasing the trade flow.  It is estimated that the works will be completed in 2025 Central American Bank for Economic Integration The dates displayed for an article provide information on when various publication milestones were reached at the journal that has published the article activities on preceding journals at which the article was previously under consideration are not shown (for instance submission All content on this site: 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You can read the new paper on the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) website Help spread the wonders of astronomy! Please donate now to EarthSky.org and ensure that people around the world can learn about the night sky and our universe. The international team of researchers focused on a crater called Corinto, just north of the Martian equator in Elysium Planitia about nine miles (14 km) across and 0.6 miles (one km) deep Secondary impacts created smaller craters both inside and outside the main crater The researchers used imaging data from the HiRISE and Context Camera (CTX) on the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) to study Corinto. The paper stated: Orbital thermal and visible imaging datasets are used to describe the crater, ejecta blanket, four facies of rays and secondary craters and to estimate the age of the impact and the total number of secondary craters The researchers examined four different kinds of craters around Corinto Those five groups are what’s known as facies largely due to how far away they are from Corinto crater The craters closest to Corinto are semi-circular and have no ejecta of their own But some of the craters farther away are long and narrow looking Studies of the main crater also showed the ground was likely saturated with water ice the superheated ice degassed during the impact Scientists calculated the angle of impact was about 30-45 degrees most of the debris fell back to the surface to the south of the crater Consider the great distance from the main impact to the furthest craters an incredible 1,200 miles (2,000 km) apart It would be like an asteroid hitting Los Angeles and the debris reaching halfway across the United States to Dallas What might it have been like to witness that impact and massive debris shower Bottom line: An asteroid created a large Martian crater called Corinto Debris from the impact also created 2 billion smaller craters on Mars Source: Corinto: A Young, Extensively Rayed Crater that Produced a Billion Secondaries on Mars Via Universe Today Read more: Giant volcano on Mars hiding in plain sight Read more: Ancient volcanoes on Mars were diverse We invite you to visit our campaign page to discover why we need your contributions now more than ever to preview an illustration from Guy Ottewell’s great book that we're helping finalize and to learn more about EarthSky’s history “Things are always so much more peaceful when looking up.” We couldn’t agree more we apologize for the popup and greatly appreciate your support Mars' Corinto impact crater is located in the Elysium Planitia a broad plain that straddles the planet's equator An object that slammed into Mars roughly 2.3 million years ago created 2 billion smaller craters around the main Corinto impact crater A giant impactor that severely dented Mars' surface roughly 2.3 million years ago also carved out 2 billion smaller craters on the Red Planet as it shattered the ground "Corinto is a fresh impact crater in Elysium Panitia that produced one of the most extensive systems of…secondary craters on Mars," the researchers wrote in a study released at the conference.  The team used data collected by the High Resolution Imaging Experiment (HiRISE) and the Context Camera (CTX) on the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) to examine Corinto and its surroundings The object that formed Corinto pockmarked the surrounding landscape with smaller craters as ejected fragments of the Martian surface shot outward in ray-like patterns still visible today These secondary craters are concentrated in an area to the south and southwest of Corinto with the farthest flung ejecta landing 1,150 miles (1,850 km) from the main crater Related: Mars crater is 'chock-full' of opal gemstones, hinting at widespread water and possible microbial life The researchers grouped the secondary craters into four "facies," based on their shape and distance from the main crater Get the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox "The observed differences…with distance from the crater likely result from variations in impact velocity and size of ejecta," the researchers noted in the study.  —Eerie photo of Mars' horizon took NASA 3 months to capture —Mars' oldest meteorite traced to strange double impact crater —Massive Martian meteor impact was largest ever recorded in solar system  The flight direction of the ejecta fragments that burst outward during the impact together with the slightly elliptical shape of the main crater suggest the object came from the north and touched down on Mars at an oblique angle of 30 to 45 degrees The researchers also posit the object was made of "strong Corinto's interior floor, which sits 0.6 mile (1 km) below the surrounding Martian landscape, features a large number of pits that suggest the area was covered in water ice when it was hit which are all smaller than 660 feet (200 meters) across may have formed as a result of intense degassing (the removal of dissolved gases from a liquid) when the water ice was superheated upon impact This study has not yet been published in a peer-reviewed journal Editor's note: This article was updated on March 28 to correct information about the likely source of the smaller craters.  Sascha PareSocial Links NavigationStaff writer Sascha is a U.K.-based staff writer at Live Science She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Southampton in England and a master’s degree in science communication from Imperial College London Her work has appeared in The Guardian and the health website Zoe bread-making and browsing second-hand shops for hidden gems NASA rover discovers out-of-place 'Skull' on Mars Life on Mars could survive — so long as you're one of these strange Legendary 'women of the sea' in South Korea freedive well into their 80s The operation will benefit the country's producers and consumers in addition to the mobilization of 39,355 additional passengers per year 2021.- In order to contribute to Nicaragua's economic growth and socioeconomic development the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) today approved a US$21.4 million extension to finance the "Project to Improve Puerto Corinto's Technical and Operational Capabilities" in Nicaragua making it the largest investment in the country's port sector in recent decades The project will improve the Puerto Corinto's operations through a series of works such as the construction of 15,944 m2 of dock area increasing foreign trade by making conditions more competitive in addition to promoting the mobilization of 39,355 more passengers per year since the improvements that will be made will enable the port to handle international cargo and ships thus contributing to boosting national and regional trade which is essential for restoring the economy affected by the pandemic," said CABEI Executive President the project will contribute to the creation of 566 temporary direct jobs during its execution and 122 permanent direct jobs during its operation The US$21.4 million expansion is in addition to the financing approved in July 2018 for US$163.2 million and is a product of the increase in the project's scope to adapt it to the port's current technical and operational needs.  with a three-year grace period and an indicative interest rate of Libor 6 months plus 215 basis points Budget carrier Cebu Pacific is set to start operating daily flights between Clark and El Nido and Coron in Palawan starting March following the reallocation of its CebGo flights from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Cebu Pacific said the daily flights between Clark and El Nido and Coron (Busuanga) will start March 30 along with the relocation of its flights for Masbate and Siargao which are currently being done in NAIA Terminal 2 “Cebu Pacific is proud to position our Clark hub as a premier gateway to the Philippines’ most iconic destinations,” Cebu Pacific president and chief executive officer Xander Lao said The carrier currently operates in 37 domestic and 26 international destinations across Asia Clark has become the ideal entry point for travelers seeking to explore the vibrant cities and rich cultural heritage our country has to offer,” Lao said “We are committed to making travel more accessible ensuring every Juan can discover the unparalleled beauty of the Philippines,” he added To recall, Cebu Pacific last October inked a P1.75-billion share purchase agreement (SPA) to acquire 100% of the shares of boutique airline operator AirSWIFT Transport Inc. which operates flights from Manila and Clark to El Nido and Coron {{gallery.imageDetails.images.0.description}} the page you were looking for could not be found The most comprehensive sci-tech news coverage on the web one pioneering resort demonstrates how sustainability and hospitality can work hand in hand TAG Resort Coron has always had its sights on sustainable tourism – integrating environmentally conscious practices into its operations while looking for ways to support the local community More than just a destination for travelers the resort seeks to promote sustainable travel as a means to protect Palawan’s indigenous culture and environment TAG Resort Coron features 112 rooms with full service facilities and a ballroom that’s touted to be the biggest indoor event venue in Coron Its proximity to the airport and the main artery of Coron town makes TAG Resort the ideal choice for travelers as well as a perfect setting for conferences with all the stunning natural vistas of the island only a heartbeat away Guided by its sustainability framework called TAG ECO-VISION the resort seamlessly 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the ‘ongoing’ discussions are ‘still in the early stages’ US president makes claim after Mexican leader says her country’s sovereignty ‘not for sale.’ Attack claimed by Houthis temporarily halts air traffic at Israel’s busiest airport and triggers air raid sirens The heat index in Puerto Princesa City and the island town of Coron is expected to reach high levels today PAGASA weather specialist Benison Estareja reported that both areas are forecasted to experience a maximum heat index of 41°C placing them among the hottest areas in the country When exposed to this for an extended period of time he said the risk of heat-related disorders such as heat cramps This level is classified as the “danger” level Hot and humid weather persist throughout southern Luzon and Mindanao as a result of the persistent easterlies which are warm winds from the Pacific Ocean “Para naman sa ating forecast heat index ngayong araw ng Lunes posibleng pa rin umakyat sa 38 degrees… from 10 a.m hanggang 3 p.m habang 41 degrees or pinakamataas na heat index [ang] posibleng maitala sa may Coron It is recommended that residents take the appropriate safety measures and using hats or umbrellas to shield themselves from the sun He stated that in spite of the scorching heat some parts of Palawan may still get thunderstorms and rain showers in the afternoon or evening “Sa ating mga kababayan po sa Palawan asahan pa rin ang bahagyang maulap at madalas maulap na kalangitan pagsapit ng hapon at may mga areas na uulanin bagamat saglit lamang,” he pointed out large areas of Luzon are experiencing colder temperatures and mild to moderate rainfall as the northeast monsoon often referred to locally as “hanging amihan,” continues to progressively strengthen Estareja said the monsoon will bring cloudy skies and sporadic showers to the northern and eastern regions of Luzon and Mindanao will continue to see hot and humid weather which will result in isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening No low-pressure area or cyclone is anticipated to develop within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) until the end of the week according to the most recent satellite data © Palawan News - All rights reserved 2025 | Oasis Media Group Corp Designed and Developed by Neitiviti Studios Two individuals were apprehended by authorities for alleged involvement in illegal drug activity inside a house in Sitio Deguiboy The suspects were identified as alias Michael a concerned citizen provided information about a possible illegal activity in the area they found the two individuals allegedly engaged in drug-related activity Seized from the suspects were five sachets containing suspected illegal substances Authorities also discovered that both individuals had previously faced legal cases for similar offenses the police are preparing to file charges against them for violating Republic Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 The two remain in the custody of the Coron PNP This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Comprising half of the towns in the Calamian Group of Islands in the north of Palawan Coron and Culion boast unique identities that set them apart from the rest of the province Coron has been consistently making headlines in tourism with its stunning seascapes and surrounding islands and Siete Pecados Marine Park have received accolades in recent years awakening its potential and shedding its tag as the “Island of the Living Dead” to become the “Island of Hope” it is today the towns gained national attention when the national government particularly the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) The ₱4.2 billion Coron-Culion Inter-Island Bridge Project was designed to connect the two island towns from Barangay Bintuan in Coron to Barangay Jardin in Culion The government viewed the project as a key infrastructure development expected to boost the local economy The bridge was first conceptualized in 2013 when Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) struck Coron The idea resurfaced during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 as the bridge was considered a solution to reduce the risks of transporting patients from Coron (and Busuanga) to Culion where a hospital with better facilities—the Culion Sanitarium and General Hospital—is located Alan Guintapan said the biggest beneficiary if the project materializes “The town needs the bridge as it will play a critical role in the transport of patients who need immediate medical attention that we cannot provide,” he stated While there are medical facilities in the town the Coron District Hospital is only classified as an infirmary and thus cannot perform surgical services has the Culion Sanitarium and General Hospital which is the nearest primary referral hospital to Coron “If a patient is to be transported to Culion by boat and more lives will be saved,” Guintapan said He also noted that the referral system would be easier and health services would become more efficient The bridge was originally scheduled for construction between 2020 and 2023 DPWH began clearing operations for access roads in November 2020 and other sectors quickly raised objections to the project citing violations and non-compliance with laws and regulations The Environmental Legal Assistance Center (ELAC) and Oceana Philippines backed an online petition launched by locals to halt the bridge’s construction The groups cited potential environmental impacts warning that the bridge could devastate entire ecosystems Historical and cultural sites would also be put at risk contrary to claims that the bridge would boost tourism harming the very environment that draws tourists Areas of concern included mangrove forests Ancestral domains and Marine Protected Areas such as Bintuan Main Park and Bugor Sand Islands were also said to be vulnerable to contamination from construction materials local communities questioned the project’s credibility claiming that proponents bypassed several processes such as rerouting the bridge or using better construction technologies NGOs continued to push for the project’s total cancellation and suggested redirecting the funds to more pressing concerns announced that the project would no longer proceed the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) MIMAROPA Regional Office restored the project In a roadshow presentation at the Palawan provincial capitol in October 2023 NEDA showcased the MIMAROPA Regional Development Plan (RDP) 2023–2028 This five-year plan emphasized deep economic and social transformation for the region including the Coron-Culion Inter-Island Bridge is aligned with the national government’s “Ambisyon Natin 2040” long-term vision and its commitment to the “2030 Sustainable Development Goals.” The plan primarily focuses on developing the region’s nautical highways no updates regarding the bridge’s construction have been released the agency has yet to confirm whether the project will proceed The national government also announced plans for at least eight major inter-island bridges across the country but the Coron-Culion connection was not included closely monitoring developments regarding the plan They remain steadfast in their opposition and are ready to take action should proponents push for the project again it remains a wait-and-see game—whether or not the bridge will ever rise Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism Philippines – Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific will starting serving flights to El Nido and Coron (Busuanga) from the Clark International Airport in Pampanga The flights will be operated daily beginning March 30 “We always try to take a look at how to optimize markets and take a look at what consumers would like or what our customers really want,” Xander Lao president and chief commercial officer of Cebu Pacific “There is quite a high demand in terms of beach destinations and leisure destinations.” Palawan is known for its scenic beaches. Coron, one of the province’s islands, is known for its white-sand beaches and lakes. Tourists also flock to Coron to go diving. (READ: How to spend your trip to Coron, Palawan) El Nido is also known for its white-sand beaches and lagoons Direct flights to the popular tourist destination have only been operated by AirSWIFT Transport Incorporated which Cebu Pacific acquired in October last year Flights to El Nido and Coron will be operated by Cebgo Incorporated (Cebgo) Cebu Pacific’s subsidiary offering domestic flights The budget airline said it has yet to integrate the flights operated by AirSWIFT their core competency is servicing El Nido so we believe They’ll continue to service El Nido from Manila they’ll continue to service El Nido with other inter-island routes,” Lao said The launch of the new routes comes just as Cebu Pacific transferred its flights to Siargao and Masbate to Clark International Airport This is in line with the government’s plan to move turboprop operations out of the country’s main international gateway Cebu Pacific is currently the biggest airline operator in Clark serving 11 domestic flights on top of flights to Bangkok The airline served over 1 million passengers from the airport in 2024 operating a total of 872 flights from Pampanga “Having now a Clark-El Nido service in our network makes it easier for international inbound travelers to then connect onto our network,” Cebu Pacific chief marketing officer Candice Iyog said www.visitanicaragua.com | www.riosanjuan.com.ni  | www.mapanicaragua.com Copyright 2016 – 2025 | Todos los derechos reservados | Instituto Nicaragüense de Turismo Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that Palawan is experiencing high temperatures with heat index readings in Coron and Puerto Princesa City hitting a sweltering 42°C the highest predicted in the nation for Wednesday The same high heat index was observed in Zamboanga City PAGASA weather specialist Rhea Torres said ay maaaring umabot ng 42°C which is yung pinakamataas na possible na maitala ngayong araw sa buong bansa,” Torres said She said Palawan’s high heat index is a result of a pattern of high temperatures; on Tuesday and Cotabato City are among the other locations with high heat indices A heat index of 36°C to 37°C is predicted for Metro Manila the country is experiencing varied weather conditions due to the effects of the northeast monsoon (amihan) A shear line is bringing rain to the eastern sections of the Visayas and parts of the Bicol Region PAGASA warns of possible flooding and landslides in these areas due to the expected rainfall are causing rainy weather in the eastern sections of Mindanao bringing cloudy skies with rains to the eastern sections of the island Sorsogon and Masbate may experience scattered rain showers or thunderstorms Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains or drizzles.Eastern Visayas and neighboring provinces are also expected to experience rainy weather due to the shear line The Caraga and Davao regions in Mindanao will have rainy weather due to the easterlies will have partly cloudy to cloudy conditions with a high chance of isolated thunderstorms especially in the afternoon or evening.PAGASA has issued a gale warning for the western seaboards of Ilocos Norte and the seaboards of Ilocos Sur especially for those with small sea vessels Moderate to rough seas are expected in the seaboards of Central Luzon and the eastern seaboards of Southern Luzon 43,000+ global companies doing business in the region 102,000+ key contacts related to companies and projects news and interviews about your industry in English A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 1.6 was recorded near Coron The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) stated in a post on Thursday that the earthquake was 32 kilometers deep and located approximately 1 kilometer northwest of Coron or a sudden release of energy due to the movement of Earth’s tectonic plates The plates grinding against each other at fault lines frequently cause these movements the last minor earthquake in Palawan occurred on September 30 when a magnitude 2.7 tremor struck off the coast of Araceli Looks like something went completely wrong The page you are looking for cannot be found just go back or browse our latest articles below: An illustration shows the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter collecting data in situ around the Red Planet A graphical representation of the ejecta debris field extending from Corinto An asteroid struck Mars 2.3 million years ago throwing debris across a region of the planet equal to four times the length of the Grand Canyon scarring the surface with one massive crater and around two billion smaller individual craters These secondary craters appear across a region of 1,000 miles (1,800 kilometers) making this asteroid event one of the biggest impacts seen on the Red Planet in relatively recent history.  Asteroids massive enough to create widespread destruction like this are estimated to impact Mars just once every 3 million years Despite being 2.3 million years old, the crater and its secondaries — some of which are carved into lava flows originating from the summit of the extinct Martian volcano Elysium Mons — are considered to be extremely young by the team Related: Drilling for water ice on Mars: How close are we to making it happen? "Corinto crater is a fresh impact crater in Elysium Planitia that produced one of the most extensive systems of thermal rays and secondary craters on Mars extending around 1,243 miles (2,000 km) to the south and covering a nearly 180° arc on Mars," the team wrote in a related study the ejecta are pieces of Mars shot out from the giant main crater cavity formed due to the asteroid's crash was given to a machine learning program that separated this impact's ejecta-caused craters from other Martian craters originating from asteroid strike events specifically This information was then used to estimate the age of the impact and the total number of secondary craters the initial impact generated Measuring the distribution of secondary craters extending out from Corinto, the team found the greatest concentrations to the south and southwest of the main impact crater. There is a lack of ejecta to the north of the crater which the scientists think indicates the asteroid that caused this devastation entered the Red Planet's atmosphere at an angle of around 30 to 45 degrees from the north or northeast The furthest secondary craters found by the researchers indicated that some of the ejecta from the impact were launched as far as 1,150 miles (1,850 km) That's about four times the length of the Grand Canyon The secondary craters didn't just vary in distance from the main impact zone and in size The team behind the findings also classified them in relation to their shape while others appeared "flattened circular," or "elliptical." or "morphology," taken by the secondary craters related to the speed at which the fragments that created them were ejected and the surface composition of the Martian region on which they crashed the secondary craters took the form of semi-circles with elliptical-shaped craters found further from the main impact zone "The large number of secondary craters formed by Corinto are consistent with most of the ejected material being strong  —  Life on Mars could have thrived near active volcanoes and an ancient mile-deep lake  — Bad news for life on Mars? Red Planet's wet epoch may have been shorter than we thought  — Water ice buried at Mars' equator is over 2 miles thick The composition of some of the ejecta launched from Mars' surface by this asteroid impact indicate the space rock slammed down into water or ice This is also indicated by "pits" spread across the floor of the Corinto crater which imply the drainage of water or gas released by the effect of the impact on ice-rich materials The team's results were presented at the 55th annual Lunar and Planetary Science Conference in Texas earlier in March Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more! And if you have a news tip, correction or comment, let us know at: community@space.com. Robert LeaSocial Links NavigationSenior WriterRobert Lea is a science journalist in the U.K whose articles have been published in Physics World He also writes about science communication for Elsevier and the European Journal of Physics Rob holds a bachelor of science degree in physics and astronomy from the U.K.’s Open University Mars is covered in evidence of ancient lakes rain and snow — but scientists aren't sure how that's possible Could Mars volcanoes have supported ancient life on the Red Planet What would it be like living on Tatooine from 'Star Wars' This exoplanet orbiting twin suns could tell us Ike had an adventurous and accomplished life He graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School from which he received an honorary appointment at the Military Academy at West Point Upon graduating from West Point in 1954 and then serving as a First Lieutenant in the Army transferred to their headquarters in Los Angeles as the General Manager and Vice president of TRW’s Active Components Division he retired to begin working as a management consultant for venture funds in the technology world This led to the position of Chairman and CEO of California Amplifier from 1994 until 2004 Marsha and Ike fell in love with the Malibu community enjoying their home perched in view of the Pacific Ocean and enjoying the accomplishments and growth of his children and grandchildren He also participated in creative writing classes at UCLA and continued his lifetime joy of singing at every opportunity He is survived by his wife Marsha of 68 years; his children Nancy Coron Anding (Keith) and Robert Coron (Brenna); and his four grandchildren Donations in his memory can be made to the Lupus Research Alliance The management of Siete Pecados Marine Park (SPMP) in Barangay Tagumpay reported a rare sighting of a pair of seacows Park administrator Freddie Cinco and marine park ranger Benedict Gader reported the sightings as the seacows were seen grazing in the waters of Siete Pecados The marine mammals were observed around past noon as they were feeding on the seagrass which the management of SPMP described as “a positive indication of the park’s thriving marine ecosystem.” “The presence of these gentle marine mammals highlights the success of ongoing conservation efforts within the protected area,” SPMP said in a post on its official Facebook page “This sighting marks a significant event as the last documented appearance of dugongs in Siete Pecados dates back to 2017 The earlier sighting was part of a reef assessment survey conducted by the University of the Philippines Visayas which identified the area as a habitat for these endangered creatures,” the post noted The SPMP management further noted that the sighting of dugongs in the marine sanctuary is a testament to the effectiveness of its conservation measures and the rich biodiversity of Siete Pecados The management likewise expressed full commitment and dedication to protecting the marine mammals which are red-listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as vulnerable and ensuring their habitat remains conducive for their survival SPMP further stated that the return of Dugongs to Siete Pecados is a cause for celebration and a reminder of the critical importance of marine conservation along with environmentalists and conservationists the park management said it looks forward to these sightings becoming more frequent as efforts to protect marine life continue “These sightings also underscore the need for ongoing research and monitoring to ensure the well-being of dugongs and other marine species in the region The team at Siete Pecados Marine Park remains dedicated to safeguarding this unique marine habitat for future generations,” the management said Titles: Executive Director (Andrea) and Associate Director (Kristin) of Cooper Coron & Associates Organizations: Virginia Pest Management Association Virginia Wildlife Damage Management Association National Wildlife Control Operators Association Favorite part of the industry: “We both agree that pest control is a ‘people profession,’ and the people within this industry make our work so enjoyable The individuals we have met throughout our career have been some of the most entrepreneurial sharing professionals we have had the pleasure to support.” Andrea and Kristin Coron offer those in the pest management industry an opportunity to learn from one another and network with colleagues The sisters-in-law provide association management services for the Virginia Pest Management Association (VPMA) the Virginia Wildlife Damage Management Association the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) “We also use our knowledge to help advocate for our industry by developing relationships with and providing information to regulators “We do a multitude of these things all simultaneously Their careers in pest management began when Andrea landed the executive director job at the VPMA She was going to school for her master’s degree in education she asked Kristin for help around the office “We feel like we complement each other’s strengths with our individual knowledge and experience,” Kristin says Girls compete with each other; women empower one another.” Andrea and Kristin say working with the state and national organizations has given them the opportunity to work closely with some of the pest management industry’s great leaders Andrea (left) and Kristin Coron (right) with Dr who received the Virginia Pest Management Association’s Stewardship Award in 2014 “It is humbling and inspiring to get to know people who selflessly work so hard to support grow and cultivate this industry,” Andrea says we get that things need to be nurtured to grow strong.” Kristin and Andrea agree that the saying “love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life” describes their situation They say they love the work they do because they get the opportunity to learn and grow “We hope our enthusiasm and dedication to this industry has a positive effect on the organizations we serve,” Andrea says we get more fulfillment than we ever expected by working in the pest management industry Read more: Celebrating successful women in pest control Palawan recently inaugurated two new Marine Protected Area (MPA)-Bantay Dagat stations enhancing local efforts in marine conservation and community-based enforcement a floating facility located within the San Fernando MPA in El Nido doubles as a tourist attraction during the day The innovative use of this station allows it to be rented out to tourists with the generated revenues being directed towards incentives for the volunteer rangers known as “bantay dagats,” and for the maintenance of the structure This location was carefully chosen and agreed upon in collaboration with the local indigenous peoples (IPs) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) emphasizing the importance of community involvement in environmental stewardship (MFI) said both facilities were constructed through a partnership model involving community engagement and contributions from the LGUs showcasing a strong collaborative effort in safeguarding Palawan’s marine biodiversity These stations are staffed by deputized volunteer rangers who play an important role in monitoring and protecting the marine ecosystems from illegal fishing and other harmful activities You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience Fortunately, we don’t get to truly test the protective properties of every helmet we review. But for me, the Coron Air Spin, a POC full face helmet, was one of the lucky, or rather unlucky, ones. On a recent trip to ride my favorite steep slopes in La Thuile, Italy I managed to squarely head check a tree while wearing this minty colored melon bucket I was excitedly trying to clear a set of roots on my third descent when I fist-bumped a tree mid-air and ponged into the next adjacent spruce trunk After untangling myself from a patch of smaller trees I did a self-assessment and determined that I was okay to slow roll to the bottom of the trail a friend went over the concussion checklist with me to be sure I made it out with a few minor cuts and a gnarly bruise where my ankle was caught between the top tube and handlebar While I can’t say for sure that this POC full-face helmet saved me from a concussion on its own I can say that my head and neck didn’t hurt after a full speed stop that was entirely absorbed by my dome and an innocent tree The fit and functionality inside and outside the POC Coron Air SPIN (available from Amazon) are spot on, as you might expect from a helmet developed with professional enduro racers like Martin Söderström and Robin Wallner The seemingly solid fiberglass shell has fourteen intake vents and six exhaust vents I have ridden in this lid through temps exceeding 80° F (26.6° C) and it provides every bit as much airflow as the top competition The cheek padding is removable should you need to wear it while you climb and there is ample space to nest your goggles beneath the visor once the descent is over there is a simple breakaway system to allow it to pop off in a crash instead of breaking That same breakaway capability means that the visor won’t dictate the direction of your head and neck as you slide across the soil It’s available in this flat minty color that POC calls Apophyllite Green/Uranium Black, or in all black, all white, or yellow and black, in three different sizes. The size X-large/XX-large that I tested fits better than most full face mountain bike helmets I have tried and weighs a little less than some similarly rated lids at roughly 1215g It’s tight enough that I know it will stay safely on my skull when I crash without being so tight that I notice it consistently The overall construction of this helmet is sturdy and clean There is no EPS foam along the edges to get dinged up and all of the surfaces are smooth and cleanable I have genuinely treated this lid like junk throwing it around and using it as a battering ram and it won’t let me make it ugly despite my best efforts Heavy sweaters will be stoked on the removable padding that can be washed as needed How does this sexy hunk of head gear protect you brain “The shell is paired with a multi-impact EPP liner that delivers excellent crash protection and durability Our patent-pending silicone pad technology SPIN (Shearing Pad INside) is another aspect of our whole-helmet approach included in the helmet.” All of that fancy tech landed the POC Coron the EN 1078 I’m certainly happy that I was wearing this helmet when I hurt that innocent tree The cheek pads that pull out to cool you off during transition climbs are actually intended first and foremost to make the helmet easier to remove in the case of a head or neck injury The final piece of engineering worth mention is what POC describes as “ear chambers designed for less effect on balance and hearing.” The lower jaw vent opens up the ear pockets slightly but the overall wall of sound at speed in this helmet is lower and less distracting than in some of the competition I’m not sure how that all equates to balance but being unencumbered by gear is always a plus Check out our mountain bike helmet buyers guide and our picks for the best mountain bike helmets Enter your email for the top stories in mountain biking plus product picks and deals delivered to your inbox each week A resolution is set to be presented to the municipal council of Coron to declare Rosemarie Tan Pamulaklakin and Rendon Labador of Team Malakas as persona non grata following their involvement in a controversy there recently Based on information gathered by Palawan News Juan Patricio Matta intends to file the resolution at the next regular session of the municipal council in Coron vloggers Rendon and Rosmar were involved in an incident where the former disrespectfully confronted Jho Cayabyab Trinidad an employee of the Office of the Vice Mayor in front of many witnesses inside the Office of the Mayor Labador’s actions were disrespectful and constituted a blatant disregard for proper decorum thereby causing undue distress and embarrassment to Miss Jho Cayabyab Trinidad and reflecting negatively on the office she represents,” the proposed persona non grata resolution stated These actions are purportedly in contravention of Republic Act No also known as the “Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004,” which aims to safeguard women and children from violence and mistreatment READ RELATED NEWS HERE: Palaweños weigh in on Coron controversy between socmed influencers and LGU staff The resolution asserts that both influencers made public commitments to provide grocery packages to the residents of Coron their group only managed to deliver a limited number The resolution also noted that Rosmar’s Facebook post stating “never again Coron further tarnishing the municipality’s image with negative publicity Their disregard for established protocols and the dignity of Mayor Marjo Reyes’ office demonstrates a lack of respect for local governance and authority the behavior of Rendon and Rosmar caused substantial disturbances in public order and fueled unrest and dissatisfaction among Coron residents thereby compromising the community’s peace and stability deems it necessary to declare Rendon Labador and Rosmar as persona non-grata to safeguard the community from further disrespectful and disruptive behavior,” said the measure Matta urged Trinidad to also initiate legal proceedings against the people who humiliated her and implored Mayor Reyes and Vice Mayor Asian Palanca to offer her any necessary support and Trinidad after the latter posted accusations online that they were merely using the people of Coron who ended up waiting for a long time and went hungry Trinidad also mentioned that the staff did not receive any compensation Rosmar and Rendon became aware of the post Rosmar clarified in a now-viral video that her “last money,” amounting to ₱3,000 was given to the municipal government staff Rendon is shown yelling and pointing fingers at Trinidad they persuaded Trinidad to issue a public apology who defended their town and Trinidad for enduring what they described as public humiliation when the situation could have been resolved discreetly They were also accused of visiting Coron merely “for content,” with critics labeling their actions as “poverty porn.” asserting that they were disrespected during their visit to Coron where they just wanted to help residents in dire need Rosmar’s apologyRosmar issued an apology on her Facebook account but did not specify whether it was directed at the town of Coron She explained that her emotions were heightened because she had just given birth “Sorry kung nagkaganun reaction ko sadyang kakapanganak ko lang nadala lang ng emosyon Wala naman kami ginusto kundi makatulong lang [sic],” she posted she had posted indications that she was hesitant to continue distributing aid She also shared photos of sacks of rice related to the relief operations they were conducting “AYAWAN NAAA Team Malakas Baklaaaaaas 4months postpartum baby blues [sic],” she stated