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Global Warming: Thousands Flock To Kentucky’s Noah’s Ark, Refuse To Leave

July 10, 2016 Pol Pinoy Leave a comment

WILLIAMSTOWN, Kentucky – Christians all over the world know the biblical story of Noah’s Ark, built by a man who receivecd an apocalypatic warning from God about a massive flood.

Today, in Williamstown, Kentucky, a 510-foot-long (155 metre-long) wooden model of the ark is attracting thousands of curious tourists who are treated to a unique experience of what it may have looked like inside the biblical ark — complete with animal displays mimicking the famous story in the bible.

Answers in Genesis, the ministry that built the ark, said the ship’s dimensions are based on those described in the bible — 85ft (26m) wide and 51ft (15m) high.

The new attraction charges an average of $40 for a one-time admission.

But there is a big problem.

Many museum-goers, once inside the ark, are refusing to leave. They told The Adobo Chronicles that they believe another big flood is coming and that the only way they can be spared from this Armageddon is to stay inside the ark. They said that global warming is reponsible for this impending deluge.

Human Interest, Science and Environment, Technology

New Study: Cell Phone Use Increases I.Q.

May 27, 2016 Pol Pinoy Leave a comment

MANILA, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Manila Bureau) – For many years now, a debate has been raging on whether or not radiation caused by cell phone use can lead to cancer. Now a new study brings some good news to all who have adopted mobile technology.

Scientists from the Radiological Institute of the Philippines (R.I.P.) have discovered a previously unknown radioactive wave that seems to confirm that excessive cell phone use can increase one’s I.Q.

The study involved 1,000 participants — 50% of whom used mobile phones at least eight times a day while the remaining 50% used mobile phones less than three times per week.

The result? Those who used their cell phones daily and excessively had an I.Q. of 120-140 (very superior intelligence), compared with those who used the phones sparingly who had an I.Q. of 90-110 (normal to average).

The new study comes as very good news for Filipinos, considering that the Philippines is recognized as the texting capital of the world.

It is estimated that there are 106 Million cell phone owners in the Philippines, more than its current population of 100 Million. This means that about 6 Million Filipinos own two or more cell phones each.

Don’t mess with smart Filipinos!

Business, Economy, Entertainment, International, Science and Environment, Tourism

Underwater Disneyland To Rise In The Philippines’ Benham Rise

May 11, 2016 Pol Pinoy 1 Comment

ANAHEIM, California (The Adobo Chronicles, Los Angeles Bureau) – It is known as the Benham Rise, a 13-million- hectare, seismically active undersea region located east of Luzon, and is 35 meters underwater at its shallowest point off the provinces of Aurora and Isabela. It is said to be wider than Luzon, Samar and Leyte combined.

In April 2012, the UN Convention of the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) recognized and officially approved the Philippines’ claim that Benham Rise is part of its continental shelf and territory. With that, the Philippines’ territory has increased to 43 million hectares from 30 million hectares.

Today, a big announcement from Disneyland: it will build the world’s first underwater theme park on Benham Rise. The park will feature a replica of the Titanic, several snorkeling arenas, a natural aquarium and swimming pool, submarine rides, shops, restaurants and other unique attractions — all under water!

Disney’s announcement is just one of living proof of foreign investors’ confidence in the incoming administration of president-elect Rodrigo Duterte. It is part of the mayor’s overall strategic plan to create jobs for Filipinos, promote Philippine tourism, and create a smoke-free environment that can be enjoyed by domestic and foreign tourists alike.

Duterte also hinted at creating several underwater livable communities at Benham Rise as a way to disperse the overcrowding of Metro Manila and other urban cities, and to solve the nightmarish traffic problems of the country.

Change is coming to the Philippines!