Netflix is Looking for the Best Translators Around the Globe

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We’re pleased to introduce HERMES, the first online subtitling and translation test and indexing system by a major content creator.

Since Netflix launched globally, the scale of our localization efforts has increased dramatically. It’s hard to believe that just 5 years ago, we only supported English, Spanish and Portuguese. Now we’ve surpassed 20 languages - including languages like Korean, Chinese, Arabic and Polish - and that number continues to grow. Our desire to delight members in “their” language, while staying true to creative intent and being mindful of cultural nuances is important to ensure quality. It’s also fueling a need to rapidly add great talent who can help provide top-notch translations for our global members across all of these languages.

Since we unveiled our new HERMES tool two weeks ago, thousands of candidates around the world have already completed the test, covering all represented languages. This is incredible to us because of the impact it will ultimately have on our members as we focus on continually improving the quality of the subtitles on the service. We’re quickly approaching an inflection point where English won’t be the primary viewing experience on Netflix, and HERMES allows us to better vet the individuals doing this very important work so members can enjoy their favorite TV shows and movies in their language.

More information about HERMES can be found on the Netflix Tech Blog.

- Chris Fetner and Denny Sheehan

Chris Fetner is Director of Media Engineering and Partnerships at Netflix

Denny Sheehan is Director of Content Localization & Quality Control at Netflix

Ayala Land and Ube Express to Launch Preferred Airport Bus Service

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Ayala Land, Inc. and in partnership with Ayala Malls, Glorietta, and Greenbelt wishes to launch Ube Express' Preferred Airport Bus Service from Makati City to NAIA Airport Terminals 1, 2, and 3. This event will formalize the partnership, which will provide a seamless ride from Makati to NAIA Terminals.

Ayala Land, Inc. intends to highlight the concept that they call “Easy Ride” wherein they offer all Ayala Mall customers the ease and comfortability of their travel while ensuring a seamless ride all the way to their desired location. Ube Express' Airport Bus Service will be part of that concept and is a new route innovation within the Ayala Malls.

Together with Ayala Land, Inc. and its executives, the send-off rites will be on April 5, 2017, Wednesday at 8:00 am, park area in front of Glorietta 4, Ayala Avenue, Ayala Center Makati City. Join Ube Express as they strengthen their partnership with Ayala Land, Inc, and formally launch the Airport Bus Service from Makati to NAIA Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Government officials from DOTr, LTO, LTFRB, Makati City Officials, and Easy Ride Transport Leaders will together converge for a simple program and refreshments after.

Rob Lisita Determined to Break Losing Spell in Upcoming Bout

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If there is a perfect way to describe Rob “Warrior of God” Lisita as a mixed martial arts (MMA) competitor, he is the true epitome of a gallant warrior inside the cage.

The 34-year-old native of Campbelltown, Australia is known as a relentless offensive force, armed with powerful striking combinations with the intent of scoring highlight-reel finishes.

Lisita is 14-9 as a professional mixed martial artist and has proven to be a fixture in big fights owing to his fan-friendly style.

His reputation as an MMA athlete with a never-say-die attitude gained the attention of ONE Championship, which is widely regarded as the frontrunner of the sport in the Asian region.

Lisita quickly made an impact in ONE Championship by easily taking out Japanese rival Yusuke Kawanago with a 28-second knockout in May 2014.