Quezon City eyes solar power for more public buildings after 25 schools
PANELS. 170 solar panels installed on the rooftop of Novaliches High School in Quezon City.
· Iya Gozum
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Japan mulls use of domestic AI in SDF command system
The Japanese government is considering incorporating domestically developed artificial intelligence into the Self-Defense Forces’ command and control system, informed sources have said.
· No Author
Meta to challenge China’s open-weight AI dominance amid US regulatory fears
Meta’s renewed push into open-source models aims to attract US businesses wary of the regulatory risks associated with adopting Chinese AI
· Xinmei Shen
Meta to challenge China’s open-weight AI dominance amid US regulatory fears
Meta’s renewed push into open-source models aims to attract US businesses wary of the regulatory risks associated with adopting Chinese AI
· Xinmei Shen
Aznar Shipping backs free cadetship training, helping ease Visayas maritime crew shortage
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu-based shipping operator Aznar Shipping Corporation is supporting cadetship programs for the upcoming academic year by providing onboard training opportunities to more than 200 aspiring seafarers, helping address the maritime crew shortage in Central Visayas.
· Carmela I. Huelar
Parliamentary committee welcomes U.S. House resolution honoring Korean War veterans
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's parliamentary foreign affairs committee on Tuesday adopted a statement welcoming a recently introduced bipartisan U.S. House resolution honoring the sacrifice of Korean War veterans.
· Yi Wonju
At least 19 dead due to storms, monsoon – NDRRMC
CLEARING. Rescuers gather in Antipolo City on August 9, to retrieve a delivery rider covered by a fallen tree and utility pole.
· Iya Gozum
Ateneo reviews DOLE order on Tab Baldwin’s work permit violations
MANILA, Philippines — Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) is reviewing the order issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) concerning the employment permit requirements of former men’s basketball team head coach Tab Baldwin.
· Dan Francis Madrazo
Albanese refuses to say sorry for ‘insulting’ melon joke about Takaichi
The Australian leader made the remarks about his Japanese counterpart last month, sparking backlash over perceived disrespect
· Agence France-Presse
Albanese refuses to say sorry for ‘insulting’ melon joke about Takaichi
The Australian leader made the remarks about his Japanese counterpart last month, sparking backlash over perceived disrespect
· Agence France-Presse
Former Guangdong governor Zhu Senlin, enforcer of southern reform, dies at 95
Zhu is remembered as a pragmatic, steady administrator who steered Guangdong through critical decades of reform and opening-up
· William Zheng
Former Guangdong governor Zhu Senlin, enforcer of southern reform, dies at 95
Zhu is remembered as a pragmatic, steady administrator who steered Guangdong through critical decades of reform and opening-up
· William Zheng
S. Korea to upgrade key battle tank, anti-ship missile programs: arms agency
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea plans to upgrade a key Army battle tank and an anti-ship missile program for the Navy in an effort to boost military capabilities against evolving enemy threats, the arms agency said Tuesday.
· Kim Seung-yeon
Compal bets on expansion in Taiwan, Vietnam and US for AI servers
Compal's new AI server factory in Taoyuan, Taiwan. The contract PC maker is looking to tap demand for AI infrastructure. (Photo by Lauly Li)
· Staff Writer
As conflict in the Middle East intensifies, India’s relationship with Israel deepens
An Amnesty International report reveals that the country is now a key part of Israel’s weapons supply chain. Plus, Assam floods, student anger spreads and a song to put in rotation
· Niha Masih
Australia’s prime minister refuses to apologise to Japanese counterpart over melon gaffe
Anthony Albanese faces criticism after appearing to joke on a podcast about a gift of melons from Sanae Takaichi
· Josh Butler
2 ex-Chinese military officers arrested over alleged eavesdropping, leaks
SUWON, South Korea, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- Two former Chinese military officers have been arrested for allegedly eavesdropping on communications from fighter jets near a South Korean military base and leaking classified material related to South Korea-U.S. military exercises, police said Tuesday.
· Lee Haye-ah
DPWH seeks P107.4 billion for flood control projects in 2027
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· jpcruz0306
Spy Cams On UK Navy Drones Secretly Transmitted Data To China
An investigation into surveillance equipment fitted to Royal Navy unmanned vessels has raised concerns over military supply-chain security after cameras containing Chinese-made components were found communicating with an internet address in China.
· Tyler Durden
Photos show flooding and storm damage in the Philippines
Residents stay at a store along floodwaters caused by heavy seasonal monsoon rains at Bagong Silangan village in Quezon city, Metro Manila, Philippines, Monday, Aug. 10, 2026. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila)
· Aaron Favila
Defense ministry, arms agency form dedicated teams for nuclear-powered sub program
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- The defense ministry and the arms procurement agency will launch new divisions responsible for South Korea's nuclear-powered submarine program this week, as the country seeks to accelerate its push to build the military vessels, ministry officials said Tuesday.
· Kim Seung-yeon
‘Did a Chinese steal your job?’ US Congress panel faces discrimination backlash
Congressional panel seeks complaints from US academics, but critics call its focus on Chinese applicants a “disgrace”
· Khushboo Razdan
‘Did a Chinese steal your job?’ US Congress panel faces discrimination backlash
Congressional panel seeks complaints from US academics, but critics call its focus on Chinese applicants a “disgrace”
· Khushboo Razdan
Former Thai MP arrested after shooting leaves an official dead, another person injured | South China Morning Post
The attack comes days after deadly school shooting that has renewed debate about gun control in Thailand.
Home-course edge vs grit as South, North brace for ICTSI JPGT Finals
MANILA, Philippines — Team South will have the home-course advantage – and perhaps an even greater sense of urgency – as it takes on Team North in a much-anticipated rematch in the ICTSI Elite Junior PGT Finals on Aug. 18-20 at the Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club in Cagayan de Oro.
· The Manila Times
West PH Sea: Hontiveros seeks Senate probe into PH-China Ayungin deal
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Risa Hontiveros has pushed for a Senate inquiry into the so-called “provisional understanding” between the Philippine government and China on resupply missions to Ayungin Shoal.
· Dianne Sampang
Media watchdog to inspect TikTok over cash reward program
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's media watchdog said Tuesday it will visit the local office of TikTok later this month to inspect the platform's cash reward program.
· Kang Jae-eun
Marcos orders revival of delayed spillway project
MANILA, Philippines — After the intense flood experienced in Las Piñas City over the weekend due to the southwest monsoon, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to revisit the long-delayed spillway project.
· Allen Limos
Claims state subsidies caused China’s industrial overcapacity a deliberate smear: scholar
In People’s Daily commentary piece, Cui Fan says ‘reasonable industrial subsidies … are a globally recognised and legitimate policy tool’
· Sherry Wang
Claims state subsidies caused China’s industrial overcapacity a deliberate smear: scholar
In People’s Daily commentary piece, Cui Fan says ‘reasonable industrial subsidies … are a globally recognised and legitimate policy tool’
· Sherry Wang
De Guzman: Alas Pilipinas’ struggles paved way for historic SEA V.Cup silver
MANILA, Philippines — The twists and turns that Alas Pilipinas went through in the first leg of the 6th SEA V.Cup eventually became part of a bigger journey that culminated in a historic silver-medal finish.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Lee calls for faster work on Sejong office, AI industrial hubs
Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
· Hwang Joo-young
Rights watchdog calls for ensuring education rights for 10-year-old asylum seeker in limbo at airport
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's state human rights watchdog urged the government on Tuesday to protect the education and development rights of a 10-year-old asylum seeker from Mali who has been living at Incheon International Airport for about a year.
· Chae Yun-hwan
Heat wave, solar growth test Korea’s power strategy
Nuclear and renewables can coexist, but Korea needs a more flexible grid
· Lim Jae-seong
Korea’s battery trio braces for W1tr ESS price war
Samsung SDI defends cumulative lead as SK On’s lower-cost LFP strategy reshapes competition
· Byun Hye-jin
Cone sees tough road ahead vs Jordan, Iran
MANILA, Philippines — Gilas coach Tim Cone admitted the national side will face a tough road heading to the second round of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers as the team battles Jordan and Iran in a pair of homes games late this August.
· Richard Dy
Following Guardiola and captaincy dilemma - Maresca on life at Man City
Enzo Maresca sat down with UK-based media in South Korea
· Bbcsport
Renewables firm up China's status as Bangladesh's top power investor
China contributes over 50% of total investment in Bangladesh's renewable energy sector, according to the Centre for Policy Dialogue. © Getty Images
· Staff Writer
Gold breakout rally sends Chinese bullion stocks near highs as central banks keep buying
Sovereign-debt risks and reserve diversification seen helping revive investor optimism in the precious-metals market
· Zhang Shidong
Gold breakout rally sends Chinese bullion stocks near highs as central banks keep buying
Sovereign-debt risks and reserve diversification seen helping revive investor optimism in the precious-metals market
· Zhang Shidong
Despite extreme climate, China’s 2,000-year-old rock art owes survival to post-partum blood
New study finds Huashan rock art formations were made using a mix of lime, red clay and blood
· Kevin McSpadden
Despite extreme climate, China’s 2,000-year-old rock art owes survival to post-partum blood
New study finds Huashan rock art formations were made using a mix of lime, red clay and blood
· Kevin McSpadden
BOK expected to deliver 2nd rate hike to combat inflationary pressure: BOK senior deputy gov.
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- The central bank is highly likely to deliver another rate hike in the near future, unless there are other external shocks or factors, to bring inflation under control, the outgoing senior deputy governor of the Bank of Korea (BOK) said Tuesday.
· Kim Boram
First 10 days of August rank as hottest on record
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea saw a record hot summer this year with the nationwide average temperature, excluding Jeju Island, coming to 29.1 C in the first 10 days of August, the highest on record, the state weather service said Tuesday.
· Yoo Cheong-mo
This Puerto Princesa community rethinks plastic waste, builds a classroom out of it
BAYANIHAN. Students, volunteers, and community members gather to prepare materials for Bahay Pangarap, working together through hands-on construction.
· Jee Geronimo
This Puerto Princesa community rethinks plastic waste, builds a classroom out of it
BAYANIHAN. Students, volunteers, and community members gather to prepare materials for Bahay Pangarap, working together through hands-on construction.
· Jee Geronimo
[Photo News] Hana Financial honors fallen heroes
Hana Financial Group Chairman Ham Young-joo pays tribute at the Memorial Tower of Seoul National Cemetery in Dongjak-gu, Seoul, on Monday, ahead of the 81st anniversary of Korea's liberation. On the same day, the group signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs to improve…
· Choi Ji-won
Ateneo hopes to sit down with Baterbonia family again 'whenever they're ready'
MANILA, Philippines — Ateneo de Manila University issued a statement on Tuesday, hoping to have a sit-down again with the Baterbonia family whenever they're ready.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
S. Korea's coffee market estimated at 3.7 tln won in 2024: data
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- The size of South Korea's coffee market was estimated at 3.7 trillion won (US$2.61 billion) in 2024, a study by the agriculture ministry showed Tuesday, with demand shifting from coffee mix to roasted beans.
· Kang Yoon-seung
Ruling in damages suit against N. Korea over liaison office demolition pushed back to next month
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- The government has asked a Seoul court to postpone its ruling in a damages suit against North Korea over the 2020 demolition of the inter-Korean liaison office in the border town of Kaesong, a unification ministry official said Tuesday.
· Woo Jae-yeon