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MANILA, Philippines — Former speaker Martin Romualdez, a central figure in the multi-billion flood control controversy, was arrested on Monday (September 7) evening but is currently admitted to a hospital in San Juan City due to “cardiovascular event” on the exact day his warrant was served.
Onomichi Dockyard aims to mass-produce uncrewed ships like the one seen here, which can deliver supplies to beaches without port infrastructure. (Source photos by Onomichi Dockyard and Kyodo)
The bridge can allow up to 300 vehicles to cross every day and will be linked to Russia’s federal road network, says PM Mikhail Mishustin
The bridge can allow up to 300 vehicles to cross every day and will be linked to Russia’s federal road network, says PM Mikhail Mishustin
Following retirement last year, the 22-year-old former diver gives viewers a look at her unapologetic love for anime and casual living habits
Following retirement last year, the 22-year-old former diver gives viewers a look at her unapologetic love for anime and casual living habits
Beijing leverages Eurasian and Middle East ties to show Washington it has alternatives
Beijing leverages Eurasian and Middle East ties to show Washington it has alternatives
Chinese telecommunications equipment maker Huawei is set to go on trial in a New York court. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Tomoki Mera and Reuters)
Introduction comes on same day as Hauwei launches its latest foldable, with Apple expected to enter the fray on Wednesday
Introduction comes on same day as Hauwei launches its latest foldable, with Apple expected to enter the fray on Wednesday
The tiny rodent was found wriggling in a food container, submerged in some satay beef noodles.
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SEOUL, Sept. 7 (Yonhap) -- The North Korean defense minister strongly denounced the Freedom Edge exercise involving South Korea, the United States and Japan currently under way, vowing to take "reflective countermeasures," Pyongyang's official media outlet reported Monday.
The Anak Krakatau volcano erupted over the weekend, with experts warning of a high probability of further eruptions. The ash spewed by the volcano forced the closure of schools and seven airports, disrupting the flights of an estimated 170,000 passengers
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Study by a rocket force medical team also warns there is a risk of attacks on cities ‘driven by geopolitical or religious conflicts’
Study by a rocket force medical team also warns there is a risk of attacks on cities ‘driven by geopolitical or religious conflicts’
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Authorities mount inquiry in wake of new rules holding officials responsible for life for serious environmental damage
Authorities mount inquiry in wake of new rules holding officials responsible for life for serious environmental damage
In this photo released by the Government of Primorsky Krai Region on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, vehicles drive across the new bridge between Russia and North Korea named after the Soviet officer Yakov Novichenko, who is credited with saving North Korea’s founding leader, Kim Il-sung, over the Tumannaya River in Primorsk…
Heritage is the latest sector targeted by authorities, following similar efforts in the sports, winter tourism and nightlife industries
Heritage is the latest sector targeted by authorities, following similar efforts in the sports, winter tourism and nightlife industries
SEOUL, Sept. 7 (Yonhap) -- Tokyo is reviewing whether to allow North Korean athletes and officials to enter Japan for the upcoming Asian Games, a Japanese media outlet reported Monday, citing a government source.
US stock futures slipped in cautious, low volume trading as the latest Middle East escalation pushed oil prices higher, lifting bond yields in Europe and Asia. As of 9:00am ET, S&P futures were down 0.2% with Nasdaq futures modestly in the red despite solid performance for tech stocks earlier in the session, which h…
Shin Sang-woo, head coach of the South Korean women's national football team competing at this month's Asian Games, said Monday he wants to make history for the country and bring home its first gold medal from the continental competition.
South Korean women's football star Ji So-yun said Monday she wants to move past controversy surrounding an insensitive remark allegedly directed at her by a female referee during a recent match, adding that her focus will now be on the upcoming Asian Games in Japan.
South Korea and France have agreed to set up a cooperation channel covering strategic industries, trade and supply chains as they seek to deepen economic ties, Seoul's industry ministry said Monday.
BRUSELAS (AP) — Un hombre belga-chino fue detenido bajo sospecha de espionaje industrial tras presuntamente transferir a China secretos comerciales sobre la producción de semiconductores, informó la fiscalía belga el lunes.
The policy will only apply to existing rentals, an official says. It is likely to result in the closure of about 2,000 properties
The policy will only apply to existing rentals, an official says. It is likely to result in the closure of about 2,000 properties
MANILA, Philippines — Six Filipino sailors whose ship came under a missile attack in the Black Sea arrived in Manila on Sunday.
Li Qiang makes pledge during meeting with Qatari prime minister visiting on official two-day state visit in Beijing on Monday
Li Qiang makes pledge during meeting with Qatari prime minister visiting on official two-day state visit in Beijing on Monday
Beijing and Moscow are stepping up cooperation in the polar region, drawing Washington’s attention as climate change opens new sea routes
Beijing and Moscow are stepping up cooperation in the polar region, drawing Washington’s attention as climate change opens new sea routes
MANILA, Philippines — Parts of central Luzon, of Cavite, and of Batangas were under the orange warning in the Heavy Rainfall Warning issued by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) at 8 p.m. on Monday.
MANILA, Philippines — Immigration Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado defended a proposed P240 service fee for an expanded border security system, saying it is significantly lower than what other countries charge.
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang responds to criticisms made by Vice President Sara Duterte blaming the country’s suffering on the Marcos administration, stressing that the work continues.
World No 18 says she loves the Games environment, will be favourite in Aichi-Nagoya in absence of China’s Zheng Qinwen, Japan’s Naomi Osaka
World No 18 says she loves the Games environment, will be favourite in Aichi-Nagoya in absence of China’s Zheng Qinwen, Japan’s Naomi Osaka
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) forecasted cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms in Metro Manila and other areas because of the southwest monsoon.
BYD's new Brazilian electric vehicle production capacity in Camacari, Bahia. The Chinese automaker is betting on local production to complement its annual export target. © Reuters
MANILA, Philippines — Lawmakers on Monday welcomed the filing of a plunder case and the issuance of an arrest warrant against former Speaker Martin Romualdez, but warned that the flood control corruption probe should not end with him.
A woman pushes a cart past a Deyunshe theater, part of the comedy group founded by Guo Degang, in Beijing, Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim)
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Taiwanese defence minister says exchanges with the US are ‘even more extensive than you might imagine’
Taiwanese defence minister says exchanges with the US are ‘even more extensive than you might imagine’
Coco Gauff has praised the impact Alex Eala is making on sport in the Philippines, likening her popularity to that of legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao.