La guerra de EEUU con Irán deja al Pacífico sin un portaaviones clave
El USS Gerald R. Ford zarpa de la base naval Souda cerca de Chania, en la isla de Creta, Grecia, el 26 de febrero de 2026. (AP Foto/Giannis Angelakis, Archivo)
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Eala's second-round match against Ruse suspended due to imminent rain
MANILA, Philippines — The second-round (round of 64) match between Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala and Romanian Elena-Gabriela Ruse at the WTA 1000 Cincinnati Open was suspended due to imminent rain in the area Sunday midnight in Manila.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Lutnick Draws Red Line: "Great American Companies" Shouldn't Use Chinese Memory Chips
One week after The Wall Street Journal reported that Tim Cook's Apple was testing memory chips from China's CXMT, a company blacklisted by the Pentagon over alleged ties to the People's Liberation Army, the outlet published a follow-up story with an interview with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who publicly urge…
· Tyler Durden
BTS V’s favorite coffee now in the Philippines
South Korean coffee brand Compose Coffee has officially entered the Philippine market, opening its first local branch at Market! Market! in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
· Iza Iglesias
Military medals are earned, not given
THE news about the powerful Commission on Appointments’ approval of the ad interim appointments of newly promoted Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Gen. Antonio Nafarrete and 37 other generals and Navy flag officers hogged headlines on Aug. 14, 2026.
· Edgard A. Arevalo
TikTok’s new guide bets on trust; proving it works comes next
ONE of the youth panelists said something most parents don’t hear very often, not directly anyway: young people sometimes hide their online activity, and not because they’re doing anything wrong. It’s more that they’re afraid of being misunderstood. That fear mattered more than any single app feature, and it was the…
· Noemi Lardizabal-Dado
Indonesia quake death toll jumps to 20
MAUMERE, Indonesia — Rescuers combed through debris for survivors Saturday after a powerful earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 20 people and sending thousands fleeing.
· Agence France-Presse
Businessman wanted by FBI is in PH
ILOILO CITY — The family of the Ilonggo businessman wanted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) over an alleged multimillion-dollar investment fraud has confirmed that he is in the Philippines and is recovering from a severe stroke that has left him partially paralyzed.
· Rjay Zuriaga Castor
Japan defense minister visits war shrine, PM stays away
TOKYO — Japan's defense minister paid his respects Saturday at a shrine honoring the country's war dead that has long dogged Tokyo's relations with its Asian neighbors, but Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stayed away.
· Agence France-Presse
3 in 10 Asean organizations have experienced AI-driven malicious attacks – 2026 study
ACCORDING to IBM’s 2026 Cost of a Data Breach Report, organizations across Asean faced an average data breach cost of $4.12 million in 2026, the highest level recorded so far. Furthermore, nearly three in 10 Asean organizations reported experiencing AI-generated malicious breaches. These findings highlight the growi…
· Tony Maghirang
SKorea president proposes talks with North to end war
SEOUL — South Korean President Lee Jae Myung proposed talks with North Korea to formally end the long-running Korean War, as Pyongyang deepens ties with Russia while asserting its status as an “irreversible” nuclear state.
· Agence France-Presse
New US aircraft carrier heads toward Middle East
WASHINGTON — The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln.
· Associated Press
Expert urges increased Asia social financing
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· Red Mendoza
China’s arrest of Filipinos seen as warning, pressure
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· Franco Jose C. Baroña
The problem with Gibo Teodoro’s challenge
DEFENSE Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro Jr.’s recent call for so-called pro-China public officials to resign deserves serious reflection. It is a statement that leaves a bad taste in the mouth. In a democracy, public officials are free to disagree on the best way to protect the country’s interests. They should not…
· Rafael P. Tuvera
At least 47 killed as powerful earthquake strikes Indonesia | The National
The death toll following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck off eastern Indonesia on Saturday crossed 45, the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) said in its latest statement.
· The National
Sony hunts for next Hello Kitty in character IP push
Nemu, a bear who frets over everyday anxieties late into the night, is one of Sony's original characters. (Photo by Keigo Yoshida)
· Staff Writer
Japan Inc. boosts short-term corporate debt holdings amid inflation
Japanese corporations are holding more commercial paper as a way to park their cash. (Source photos by Nikkei)
· Staff Writer
Female police officer facing probe over viral video of her dancing in uniform
Hong Kong police launch internal investigation and order officer to remove the video, which has gone viral on mainland Chinese social media
· Jess Ma
At least 47 dead in eastern Indonesia earthquake of magnitude 7.7
People evacuate from a building at Jayakarta hotel following an earthquake of magnitude 7.7, in Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, on Aug. 15. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Today in Sports - Michael Phelps wins 7th gold medal at Beijing Games, ties most ever at Olympics
1920 — Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman is hit in the head with a pitch by New York’s Carl Mays. Chapman suffers a fractured skull and dies the next day. It’s the only field fatality in major league history.
· The Associated Press
Taiwan drone defences fall short against Beijing’s evolving technology, audit reveals
Taipei’s effort to build a modern counter-drone shield has suffered setbacks, including the collapse of an army procurement contract
· Lawrence Chung
Taiwan drone defences fall short against Beijing’s evolving technology, audit reveals
Taipei’s effort to build a modern counter-drone shield has suffered setbacks, including the collapse of an army procurement contract
· Lawrence Chung
PLDT downs Akari to notch second straight PVL On Tour win
MANILA, Philippines — The PLDT High Speed Hitters continued their strong start to the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour, escaping the Akari Chargers in four sets, 25-14, 26-24, 21-25, 25-20, on Saturday at the Mindanao Civic Center (MCC) Gymnasium in Lanao del Norte.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Teodoro accuses China of blackmail over arrest of Filipinos
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Saturday accused China of using threats and “disinformation through avoidance” after Beijing defended the arrest of more than 100 undocumented Filipino workers in the country.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
Star snaps of the week: Bella Hadid, Gigi Hadid, Cardi B, Anne Hathaway and more
1 of 18 Martin Short sneaks up on his “Only Murders in the Building” co-star Selena Gomez. selenagomez/Instagram 2 of 18 Joshua Jackson, 48, kisses model girlfriend Olivia Burgess, 29, at LA’s Pan Pacific Park. 4CRNS, WCP / BACKGRID 3 of 18 Adam Sandler protects 20-year-old daughter Sadie from the storm at the premi…
· Nicole Mazza
Hawaii's Big Island getting whipped and soaked by Tropical Storm Lala
This satellite image released by NOAA shows Tropical Storm Lala over the Pacific Ocean, near Hawaii, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026. (NOAA via AP)
· Jennifer Sinco Kelleher
EU ready to send satellite system to help Indonesia after 7.7 magnitude earthquake
The European Commission is ready to offer “eyes in the sky” via the Copernicus program to support Indonesian search and rescue operations after the country was hit by a 7.7 magnitude earthquake, President Ursula von der Leyen said Saturday.
· Eliza Gkritsi
China Copies America's Futuristic "Sub-Second Detect-To-Fire" Anti-Drone Swarm Dome Gun
China appears to have replicated a next-generation counter-drone system we first covered in mid-July. The system uses a multi-barrel hemispherical array that reduces much of the latency associated with conventional turrets, shortening the sensor-to-shooter engagement cycle. Beijing's apparent interest reflects the d…
· Tyler Durden
Trump shifts aircraft carrier and US focus away from Asia
The USS Gerald R. Ford departs from Souda Naval Base near Chania on the island of Crete, Greece, Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Giannis Angelakis, File)
· Ben Finley
V of BTS opens up about two-and-a-half-year struggle with hearing loss
MANILA, Philippines — BTS member Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V, has opened up about a hearing problem he said he had been dealing with for around two and a half years.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
Why US Indo-Pacific ‘burden sharing’ risks deepening polarisation and big power rivalry
Washington may be ‘toning down’ its China rhetoric and seeking deterrence via allied capacity, but observers warn of deeper polarisation
· Fan Chen
Will US Indo-Pacific allied deterrence strategy trigger deeper division and rivalry?
Washington may be ‘toning down’ its China rhetoric and seeking deterrence via allied capacity, but observers warn of deeper polarisation
· Fan Chen
Beijing issues ecological report to solidify South China Sea claims amid US row
In new assessment, China blames Philippines for environmental harm and coral loss at disputed Sandy Cay and Second Thomas Shoal
· Dannie Peng
Beijing issues ecological report to solidify South China Sea claims amid US row
In new assessment, China blames Philippines for environmental harm and coral loss at disputed Sandy Cay and Second Thomas Shoal
· Dannie Peng
North Korea Rages At Upcoming US Drills: "Rehearsal For Aggressive War"
North Korea has issued a severe warning over the upcoming joint military exercise between the United States and South Korea, characterizing it as a rehearsal for an aggressive war and that it is is ready to respond.
· Tyler Durden
Indian PM Modi warns about left-wing activists in Independence Day speech
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the country has largely eliminated a Maoist rebellion which it battled for decades but still faces a threat from the movement’s ideological backers.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Jordan's King Abdullah II to visit China as Iran war hits kingdom's economy | The National
Jordan's King Abdullah II is to make an official visit to China on Monday, as the Iran war takes a toll on the kingdom's economy.
· The National
Who is Kim Hye-jun, lead actress of K-dramas A Shop for Killers and My Bias, My Boss?
Kim Hye-jun, who started in advertisements and on Saturday Night Live Korea, first dreamed of being a designer or a nurse, not an actress
· Pierce Conran
Who is Kim Hye-jun, lead actress of K-dramas A Shop for Killers and My Bias, My Boss?
Kim Hye-jun, who started in advertisements and on Saturday Night Live Korea, first dreamed of being a designer or a nurse, not an actress
· Pierce Conran
Japanese minister visits shrine to war dead, angering China, South Korea
Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has visited a shrine paying tribute to the country’s war dead, drawing rebukes from China and South Korea.
India is emerging as a global first responder to natural disasters - opinion
When a giant wave of seawater struck Chennai’s Marina Beach on the morning of December 26, 2004, pulling in its wake fisherfolk and a group of children playing cricket, little did their brethren know that an entire region had been struck.
· SUCHITRA DURAI
Viksit Bharat 2047: India’s roadmap to become a developed nation - opinion
It is creditable that the Government of India has set a crucial goal for itself: becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047, its 100th anniversary of independence.
· MOHAN KUMAR
China’s ‘Cat’, Honor of Kings great, reflects on his gaming career amid the esports explosion
Chen Zhengzheng, legendary competitor in Tencent’s top mobile game, looks back and forward as he transitions to coaching at 28
· Xiaofei Xu
China’s ‘Cat’, Honor of Kings great, reflects on his gaming career amid the esports explosion
Chen Zhengzheng, legendary competitor in Tencent’s top mobile game, looks back and forward as he transitions to coaching at 28
· Xiaofei Xu