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GMA Network
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Filipino TikTok star Nurse Even marries partner
Nurse Even and his partner are now married! The UK-based Filipino nurse, whose real name is John Steven Soriano, shared photos of the wedding ceremony on his social media accounts. It was an intimate ceremony with the couple and their loved ones. Nurse Even wore a tan suit while Paul was in a classic tuxedo. 'Sa hirap at ginhawa,' Nurse Even said in his caption. In April, the content creator went public with his relationship and announced his engagement to Paul on Facebook. They have been together for five years. 'Paul, thank you for always choosing love, for always choosing me. I can't wait to marry you,' Nurse Even wrote. Nurse Even rose to fame for his funny content showcasing a nurse's point of view, among many others. —Nika Roque/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Hottest Band on YouTube Right Now Isn't Even Real
The Hottest Band on YouTube Right Now Isn't Even Real originally appeared on Parade. The global phenomenon that is Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters has shattered the fourth wall, propelling its fictional girl group into a real-world music sensation. The lyric music video for the in-series group's electrifying anthem, "How It's Done," has officially rocketed past the 100 million view milestone on YouTube, proving the show's cultural impact extends far beyond the streaming platform. Since its debut, KPop Demon Hunters has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique blend of high-stakes supernatural action and the dazzling, high-pressure world of Kpop. The series, which follows the members of the chart-topping girl group Huntr/x as they lead a secret double life battling evil spirits, has become a global obsession. Now, the show's fictional success has manifested into a tangible reality. Fans have embraced Huntr/x as their new favorite group, streaming their music and watching their videos with the dedication typically reserved for real-life idols. "How It's Done" is an empowering burst of energy, capturing the group's dual identity with lyrics that promise to "hear our voice unwavering till our song defeats the night." The music video, lifted directly from the series, is a visual spectacle of razor-sharp choreography and cinematic action sequences that has left viewers breathless and hitting the replay button. As the view counter for "How It's Done" continues to climb, the question on everyone's mind is: what's next? With calls for a full album release and merchandise selling out in minutes, the demand is palpable. For now, Huntr/x fans are celebrating a very real milestone, proving to the entire world that they know exactly "How It's Done." The Hottest Band on YouTube Right Now Isn't Even Real first appeared on Parade on Aug 6, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Hans India
16-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Even Healthcare opens its first hospital in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Even Healthcare, a Bengaluru-based integrated managed care provider, has announced the opening of its first hospital, Even Hospital in Central Bengaluru on Race Course Road. This state-of-the-art facility marks a milestone in Even's mission to redefine India's healthcare. Even Hospitals are designed with the goal of keeping members healthy, not unnecessarily hospitalized. Even Hospitals have restructured doctor compensation to align with health outcomes, not number of procedures. By embedding proactive risk detection and six months of post-surgical follow-up into its care journey, Even aims to reduce readmissions and improve long-term outcomes - a rare commitment in India's fragmented secondary care market. The 70-bed facility is equipped with operating theatres and critical care units, offering specialist-led care and procedures in orthopaedics, ENT, OB/GYN, general surgery, internal medicine, critical care, and chronic disease management. This complements Even's existing healthcare services that provide its members with 24/7 primary care, diagnostics, and cashless hospitalisation. Matilde Giglio, Co Founder, Even Healthcare says, 'Several Indian Hospitals today are recognised among the world's best. But the current healthcare model often demands doctors to work against the odds: short consultation times, pressure to meet targets, fragmented systems, patients who arrive too late.' That's why we're building hospitals—not to replace what exists, but to complete the care journey. To remove the pressure points doctors face. To give patients the clarity they need. And to bring trust, transparency, and continuity into inpatient care—where it's needed most.' She further adds, 'At Even hospitals, you'll notice a different level of coordinated care you do not experience currently. Healthcare moves around you, not in silos. All treating doctors, nurses, care coordinators are in sync before, during and after surgery with no details falling through the cracks. The clinical team is rewarded for health outcomes, not volume. Everything is updated on the Even app and paperwork is done at your home or in your hospital room. Your discharge process is smooth and on time. We won't keep you in any longer than you need to be there.' India's secondary care market is caught between extremes, with large tertiary hospitals focusing on complex, high-value cases, often leading to long wait times and high costs. Meanwhile, standalone clinics and nursing homes often suffer from inadequate infrastructure, have inconsistent quality, and lack insurance support, resulting in a lack of trust among patients. Even Hospitals bridge this gap with safe, standardised, insurance-ready care with transparent pricing, all within a professional setting that prioritises comfort. Founded in 2020 by Mayank Banerjee, Matilde Giglio, and Alessandro Ialongo, Even Healthcare provides its members with free consultations, diagnostic tests, and cashless hospitalisation, leveraging partnerships with hospitals and insurance providers. Unlike traditional medical insurance, Even offers unlimited outpatient department (OPD) consultations and diagnostic services, making healthcare more accessible and affordable.
Geek Wire
07-07-2025
- Business
- Geek Wire
AI companionship app Tolan raises $20M to help more people grow with a virtual alien friend
GeekWire's startup coverage documents the Pacific Northwest entrepreneurial scene. Sign up for our weekly startup newsletter , and check out the GeekWire funding tracker and venture capital directory . The Tolan app features AI companions from Planet Portola. They are designed to help users feel grounded and confident, according to the startup that created them. (Tolan Image) The startup behind the colorful, animated AI companions called Tolan raised $20 million in new funding and has seen significant traction since officially launching earlier this year. San Francisco-based Portola launched Tolan as an iOS app in February. The alien creatures — from the Planet Portola — are matched to a user based on a personality interview. They are designed to offer companionship and conversation about any topic, from what to make for dinner to how to study for an exam. The company says the personalized AI learns and grows based on its interactions with a human user. The startup is led by Seattle-based co-founder and CEO Quinten Farmer. He was the co-founder and former CEO of Even, a venture-backed fintech startup that was acquired by Walmart in 2022 for $300 million. Portola's other co-founders include CTO Evan Goldschmidt and President Ajay Mehta. Farmer said Tolan has seen more than 3 million downloads, more than 100,000 paid users, and over $1 million per month in revenue since launching. But while more people are gaining a connection to their Tolan, Farmer said it's important to have an impact on people's lives away from their time on their phones using AI. 'We specifically care about tracking changes in people's feelings of agency and self confidence and in the stability/health of their real world relationships,' he said, citing a study of 602 Tolan users that found that those who use the app multiple times per week reported significant emotional gains. Axios reported in March on the divide between people who are turning to AI for emotional support and those who view bots as a poor substitute for real human connection. The Series A round was led by Khosla Ventures and managing director Keith Rabois. Portola previously raised a $10 million seed round led by Lachy Groom, a former executive at Stripe who co-founded Physical Intelligence, an AI startup that raised $400 million from Jeff Bezos and others. Portola backers also include Nat Friedman (former GitHub CEO); Daniel Gross (ex-Apple AI); Amjad Masad (Replit CEO); Mike Krieger (Instagram co-founder); David Luan (OpenAI, Amazon); and others. Tolan is monetized through a subscription model — users can pay $4.99 week, or $10/month, or about $70/year. 'We're releasing a free version of the product for the first time later this month,' Farmer said. 'Given the virality of the product and the cost of AI inference, we wanted to be well capitalized prior to that release.' Portola employs 12 people and currently hiring for key engineering hires.
NDTV
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Can A Car's LiDAR Sensor Damage Your Phone Camera? Viral Video Sparks Debate
A video going viral on social media claims that pointing the phone camera directly at a car's LiDAR sensor could be an expensive affair. In the 18-second clip, the OP can be seen filming the Volvo EX90 electric SUV, which comes with LiDAR technology to make the driving experience smoother and safer. As the camera zooms into the LiDAR sensor, it is immediately peppered by a galaxy of colourful dots which form over the exact spot that flashing light from the sensor hits. LiDAR, short for light detection and ranging, is the eye of modern autonomous systems. The technology uses infrared light waves to collect information about the car's surroundings and identify the distance to objects and certain aspects of their movement or appearance. While some claimed that the video was edited, subject experts revealed that smartphone cameras can indeed be damaged when they are pointed straight at the LiDAR sensor. "Yeah, this is a real thing. As a professional videographer, it has happened to colleagues of mine," said one social media user, while another added: "People freaking out with microwave oven while they are totally fine with car Lidar which beams out high energy high frequency laser." A third commented: "So that means we probably shouldn't be looking at the car lasers with our face-eyes either, right?" Filming this car's LiDAR system breaks the phone camera — Massimo (@Rainmaker1973) May 15, 2025 Volvo warns Even Volvo, on its website, has issued an official warning, reminding people not to point their cameras or any other device at the sensor. "Do not point a camera directly at the lidar. The lidar, being a laser-based system, uses infrared light waves that may cause damage to certain camera devices. This can include smartphones or phones equipped with a camera," read the statement. Though it is not advisable to look directly into LiDAR sensors, Volvo uses 1665-nanometer lasers, which is believed to be harmless as the light cannot reach the retina at that wavelength. While Volvo uses LiDAR for its autonomous vehicles, Elon Musk's Tesla relies on a combination of cameras for navigation. The billionaire famously called LiDAR a 'crutch' for autonomous vehicles, claiming that they were expensive and not needed for the self-driving technology.
