Technology News: Science scholars and the unscientific problems gov’t throws their way; Thinnest 5G smartphone vivo V20 Pro now available with Smart Signature Plan 1999; Grandparents turn to gaming to stay in touch with grandkids

[Inquirer.Net]( Technology News [Science scholars and the unscientific problems gov’t throws their way]( Going into her first year in the Master of Science (MS) Meteorology program in UP Diliman, Marielle Ann Alemania felt hopeful and excited about the prospect of acquiring knowledge for the country’s benefit. Alemania, who said she has always been fascinated by the weather and environment since high school, dreams of working for weather bureau... [Share this article](  --------------------------------------------------------------- [Thinnest 5G smartphone vivo V20 Pro now available with Smart Signature Plan 1999]( Among the many big and exciting announcements revealed during the online launch of the #vivoV20Series last Friday, October 23, was a partnership between the leading global technology company and mobile services provider Smart Communications, which will give customers a convenient and affordable way to own a vivo V20 Pro. With the partnership, Smart Signature applicants... [Share this article](  --------------------------------------------------------------- [Grandparents turn to gaming to stay in touch with grandkids]( One in five grandparents has turned to playing virtual games during the pandemic to stay in touch with their grandchildren, as per a study. [Share this article](  --------------------------------------------------------------- [Dave Chappelle, ‘SNL’ debate among most popular YouTube videos in US for 2020]( Which videos were most watched by YouTube viewers in the United States this 2020? The video platform unveiled its top 10 ranking on Dec. 1. Parodies, stand-up comedy and good news were among the themes defining the key videos that helped Americans internet users make it through this difficult year. As the end of 2020... [Share this article](  --------------------------------------------------------------- [Older adults more respected in Japan, China and Korea than in US]( Those from Japan, China and Korea, among others, are less inclined to be prejudiced against old age vs. individualistic countries like U.S. [Share this article](  --------------------------------------------------------------- [US scientists developing nasal spray to prevent COVID-19]( University of Pennsylvania and biotech firm Regeneron scientists are developing a nasal spray that could prevent infection with COVID-19. [Share this article](  --------------------------------------------------------------- [U.S. House seen backing bill that could block Chinese firms from US securities markets]( WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to pass legislation this week that could prevent some Chinese companies from listing their shares on U.S. exchanges unless they adhere to U.S. auditing standards, congressional aides said on Tuesday. The House is scheduled to vote on Wednesday evening on “The Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act,”... [Share this article](  --------------------------------------------------------------- [‘Put scientists at decision-making front lines,’ urges PH’s 1st homegrown gravitational physicist Reginald Bernardo]( Dr. Reginald Christian Bernardo noted that there have been several Filipino gravitational physicists before him, albeit not being "homegrown." [Share this article](  Want to see more latest news? [Visit our website]( FOLLOW US © Copyright 2020 [INQUIRER.net]( [INQUIRER.net]( is the official news website of the INQUIRER Group of Companies (IGC) Your privacy is important to us. We will not share, sell or authorize any third party to use your email address for commercial or other purposes without your permission. You can opt-out of any emails from us by [updating your preferences](. [Forward to a Friend]( | [Feedback](