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By Murad Sadygzade, President of the Middle East Studies Center, Visiting Lecturer, HSE University (Moscow).
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MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang defends heightened security measures at the Quezon City Regional Trial Court after the court issued an arrest warrant against Vice President Sara Duterte.
· Allen Limos
Japan created 'Shark Tank.' Now it should bring it back
Entrepreneurs pitch innovative products on an episode of Shark Tank. © Getty Images
· Robyn Klingler-Vidra
ABN Amro unit to enter Japan electric power trading market
The majority of electricity futures trading in Japan is conducted on the highly liquid European Energy Exchange while the Tokyo Commodity Exchange has a small market share. (Photo by Shintaro Ino)
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India routs Pakistan at Women's Asia Cup cricket
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Pakistan stumbled to its lowest-ever score in a Twenty20 international cricket match after being dismissed by India for 55 runs at the Women’s Asia Cup in Dubai on Saturday.
Why this El Niño is different from all the others
Climate scientists have been closely monitoring what is happening off Australia's east coast over recent months and are increasingly concerned by what they are seeing. Pacific Ocean temperatures, a key driver of El Niño, are rising at an extraordinary pace and starting to enter uncharted territory.
· Romy Stephens
Wrongfully jailed for spilling secrets, journalist warns 'dig deeper' on China
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· Leisa Scott
Zheng Qinwen stuns Keys with spectacular rally at US Open, Anisimova also loses
Zheng Qinwen, of China, celebrates after she won her match against Madison Keys, of the United States, during the third round of the U.S. Open tennis championships Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Heather Khalifa)
· Brian Mahoney
The Soft Antichrist Of The AI Age: What Everyone Is Missing About The US-China Arms Race
Authored by Patrick Feeley via Substack,
· Tyler Durden
Omar Duterte calls Sara arrest warrant 'political harassment'
MANILA, Philippines — Davao City 2nd District Rep. Omar Duterte described the arrest warrant issued against Vice President Sara Duterte as a “clear act of political harassment,” accusing the government of using its power to silence people.
· James Daniel Danio
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers making presence felt for US national team
United States’ Caitlin Clark shoots a free throw during the Women’s Basketball World Cup match between China and the United States in Berlin, Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi)
· Doug Feinberg
Japan to step up scrutiny of bank loans to overseas nonbank lenders
The Financial Services Agency will also review investment and lending policies, project screening, and risk management for data centers and other facilities. (Photo by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Cone unfazed by Gilas' loss to South Korea, focuses on Asian Games prep
MANILA, Philippines — While netizens had mixed reactions following Gilas Pilipinas’ 81-55 lynching at the hands of the Korean national team in the first of their two-game Hana Bank Invitational in Suwon City on Friday, coach Tim Cone believes the experience gives them a good gauge in their Asian Games preparation.
· Richard Dy
MPBL: GenSan beats Quezon, Binan wins by forfeiture
MANILA, Philippines — The GenSan Warriors turned hot in the fourth quarter to beat the Quezon Huskers, 84-67, on Saturday in the SportsPlus MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) 2026 Season at the jampacked Polomolok Gymnasium.
· The Manila Times
Jaja Santiago admits fatigue kicks in as Creamline suffers first loss in PVL Invitational
MANILA, Philippines — Creamline’s prized acquisition Jaja Santiago fired from all angles against Thailand’s EST Cola in an attempt to allow her team secure a finals spot in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Invitational—but it was not enough.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
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Bangladesh measles toll nears 1K mark
DHAKA — Bangladesh’s deadliest measles outbreak in decades is nearing the grim milestone of 1,000 child deaths, as a devastating epidemic sweeps through the country and crowded hospital wards fill with struggling babies.
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Time for a class suit against NLEx operator
CARDINAL Pablo Virgilio “Ambo” David’s recent post, titled “Enough of this yearly NLEX ordeal,” summed up the mounting public outrage over the fundamental failure of the Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC), the Northern Luzon Expressway’s operator, to fulfill its mandate to operate an all-weather expressway. As the …
· Marlen V. Ronquillo
Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts inspires the next generation to travel at Philippine Travel Mart 2026
A NEW generation of Filipino travelers is reshaping the way people discover the Philippines, placing greater value on accessibility, inclusivity, meaningful experiences, and responsible travel.
· The Manila Times
US Embassy, family authorize autopsy
BACOLOD CITY — The United States Embassy in the Philippines has authorized the autopsy on the body of a 72-year-old American who was fatally shot alongside his 71-year-old Filipina partner during a robbery at their home in Barangay Bajumpandan, Dumaguete City, on Wednesday, Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office s…
· Eugene Y. Adiong
China mudslide leaves 1 dead, 11 others missing
BEIJING — A mudslide on Saturday killed one person and left 11 others missing in eastern China, damaging a dozen houses following days of torrential rain brought by Tropical Cyclone Saudel, authorities said.
· Associated Press
Identity: PH’s giant cybersecurity blind spot
THE PHILIPPINES has one of the region’s stricter breach-disclosure regimes on paper. Under the Data Privacy Act, personal information controllers must notify the National Privacy Commission within 72 hours of discovering a breach likely to cause serious harm, then submit a full report within five days.
· GARY GARDINER
Rescuers continue grim search for flood survivors in Nepal
KATHMANDU, Nepal — Inspired by the “miracle” rescue of two hydropower workers, Nepal’s emergency response teams were digging with new vigor on Saturday through piles of debris as the death toll from the flooding disaster crossed 1,200.
· Agence France-Presse
Beyond titles: Asia’s Modern Hero Awards bring leaders together at Okada Manila
FOR the organizers of Asia’s Modern Hero Awards 2026, heroism goes beyond titles, positions, or professional achievements. It is reflected in how leaders use their influence, expertise, and resources to create meaningful change and contribute to nation-building.
· The Manila Times
The destruction of God’s creation in Palawan
THERE is a long-running war in the Philippines, and it is being waged by three super-rich mining corporations in Palawan against the Filipino people and God’s creation there. The firms are planning to cut down more than 188,765 magnificent primeval trees with permits from their contacts in the Department of Environm…
· Fr. Shay Cullen, SSC
Hangzhou offers a glimpse of China’s journey from silk to silicon
Hangzhou may be celebrated by leisure travelers for its trio of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, but for Western visitors making the journey today, it is likely household names from the tech sphere that ring most familiar. Chief among them is e-commerce giant Alibaba and its global subsidiary, AliExpress.
· DAVID ZEV HARRIS, MARK GORDON
Paranoia over third PCG law?
MY Aug. 30, 2026 column “Carry on, young blood!” was not only shared on online media platforms but also widely circulated by other online news outfits, generating a considerably large number of reactions and shares. The comments were not about China’s arrogance and disregard of Philippine sovereignty and sovereign r…
· Edgard A. Arevalo
Indonesia rescues 2nd orangutan mother, baby from wildfire
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Chinese energy giants tap Brazil for imports, oil field exploration
Sinopec’s senior executives announce the company’s earnings on Aug. 24 in Hong Kong. (Photo by Shunsuke Tabeta)
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PH's Asia Rose Simpson makes it to Top 12 at Miss World 2026
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine representative Asia Rose Simpson has advanced to the Top 12 of Miss World 2026 after placing in the Top 2 of the Asia and Oceania group alongside Vietnam’s representative, Lê Nguyễn Bảo Ngọc.
· The Manila Times
PH bet Asia Rose Simpson advances to Top 20 at Miss World 2026
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine representative Asia Rose Simpson has advanced to the Top 20 of Miss World 2026 as the Head-to-Head Challenge champion, continuing her bid to bring home the Philippines’ second Miss World crown.
· Iza Iglesias
Palace respects court order against VP
MANILA, Philippines — Malacanang said it respects the decision made by the Quezon City Regional Trial Court after it issued an arrest warrant against Vice President Sara Duterte in the Quezon City Regional Trial Court.
· Allen Limos
China launches plan for 3D satellite network to monitor sun and cosmic explosions
The project will involve partners from at least five other countries as they track the development of space weather
· Ling Xin
China launches plan for 3D satellite network to monitor sun and cosmic explosions
The project will involve partners from at least five other countries as they track the development of space weather
· Ling Xin
Marcos eyes implementation of P351 billion flood master plan
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. confirmed the implementation of the P351 billion Flood Management Master Plan, stressing the need to administer long-term solutions to solve the massive flooding experienced by the country.
· Allen Limos
Marcos eyes implementation of P351-B flood master plan
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. confirmed the implementation of the P351 billion Flood Management Master Plan, stressing the need to administer long-term solutions to solve the massive flooding experienced by the country.
· Allen Limos
Taiwan remains Asia’s ‘most dangerous’ issue, former Singaporean diplomat warns
Any cross-strait conflict likely to draw in US with devastating impact on Southeast Asia, Kishore Mahbubani tells Penang Peace Dialogue
· Holly Chik
Taiwan remains Asia’s ‘most dangerous’ issue, former Singaporean diplomat warns
Any cross-strait conflict likely to draw in US with devastating impact on Southeast Asia, Kishore Mahbubani tells Penang Peace Dialogue
· Holly Chik
Investcorp to boost investments in India with up to three deals a year | The National
Investcorp, the alternative asset manager that lists Mubadala Investment Company as its biggest shareholder, is bullish on India and plans to boost its investments in the South Asian nation amid new opportunities, according to a top executive from the company.
· Fareed Rahman
Mastering the game: 2 Chinese senior statesmen steal show at World Masters Athletics meet
Lyu Mingpu, 92, and Ding Ming, 10 years younger, prove athletic ambition can last a lifetime as they win three gold medals in South Korea
· Stephy Zhang
Mastering the game: 2 Chinese senior statesmen steal show at World Masters Athletics meet
Lyu Mingpu, 92, and Ding Ming, 10 years younger, prove athletic ambition can last a lifetime as they win three gold medals in South Korea
· Stephy Zhang
Chinese-German team builds ultra-sensitive ‘floating compass’ to hunt dark matter
The device detects vanishingly weak magnetic signals, such as those produced by the human brain, and can operate at room temperature
· Zhang Tong
Chinese-German team builds ultra-sensitive ‘floating compass’ to hunt dark matter
The device detects vanishingly weak magnetic signals, such as those produced by the human brain, and can operate at room temperature
· Zhang Tong
Migrant chief visits family of second seafarer killed in Hormuz attack
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac visited the family of the second Filipino seafarer who died in the attack on the M/T Sidr in the Strait of Hormuz.
· Dan Madrazo
Chinese man, Nepali woman found alive 10 days after flood
The man, named only as Luhaitao, was pulled out of a tunnel, while Chandrika Shrestha, 64, was rescued from her buried home
· Agence France-Presse
Chinese man, Nepali woman found alive 10 days after flood
The man, named only as Luhaitao, was pulled out of a tunnel, while Chandrika Shrestha, 64, was rescued from her buried home
· Agence France-Presse
Canada and China thaw continues as militaries hold first talks in 8 years amid US pressure
The resumption of talks between the two armed forces comes as Ottawa reaches out to Beijing following a series of spats with Donald Trump
· Orange Wang