Cone rules out Boatwright in Asian Games
MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone has ruled out Bennie Boatwright for the coming Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan in September.
· RICHARD DY
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Uki, Kumamoto Pref. – Efforts are underway in Kumamoto Prefecture to provide children with developmental and intellectual disabilities with places to stay during the day and relieve stress, after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck the prefecture late last month.
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Seoul to consult US on swift Gwangju military relocation for chip belt
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
As US marks 75 years of defence pact with Philippines, can it stay the course?
Despite increased drills between the two allies, there are concerns that Washington’s aversion to conflict could weaken its commitment
· Jeoffrey Maitem
As US marks 75 years of defence pact with Philippines, can it stay the course?
Despite increased drills between the two allies, there are concerns that Washington’s aversion to conflict could weaken its commitment
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Ha-young denies allegations of great-grandfather’s pro-Japanese ties
Actor Ha-young on Monday denied claims that her great-grandfather was a pro-Japanese collaborator during Japan's colonial rule of Korea.
· Park Jun-hee
Malaysia’s RX-Z faithful fight stigma of illegal street racing after deadly biker festival
Enthusiasts of the discontinued motorcycle say they are ‘more relaxed’ about racing and prioritise safety rather than chasing fame or money
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
Malaysia’s RX-Z faithful fight stigma of illegal street racing after deadly biker festival
Enthusiasts of the discontinued motorcycle say they are ‘more relaxed’ about racing and prioritise safety rather than chasing fame or money
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
DBM proposed budget for 2027: P7.2 trillion
MANILA, Philippines —The Department of Budget and Management has proposed a national budget of P7.2 trillion for 2027.
· Allen Limos
Australian PM Anthony Albanese denies ‘melons’ remark about Japan’s PM was sexual, pressure applied for apology
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Ocean heat records broken as hottest July temperature recorded
The world's oceans hit their hottest ever recorded temperatures in July, partly fuelled by developing El Niño conditions in the Pacific, according to the EU's climate monitoring service.
· Bbcnews
Typhoon Dolphin causes severe flooding in Shanghai, grounds hundreds of flights across east China
Torrential rain and storms in Typhoon Dolphin's wake inundated several provinces in China's east, drenching the coastal region and flooding streets in Shanghai, where around 40% of flights were grounded on Monday due to the weather.
· REUTERS
South Korea, US to begin exercises next week to bolster readiness against North's threats
SEOUL, South Korea — South Korean and US troops will begin their annual exercises next week to beef up readiness against North Korean threats, the allies announced Monday, days after North Korea resumed ballistic missile testing activities that are banned by the UN.
· Agence France-Presse
US ‘digging in’ to Asia but wants ‘partners not dependency’: Pentagon
Senior official Elbridge Colby tells Manila audience the US is committed to the Indo-Pacific but expects allies to invest in defence
· Reuters
US ‘digging in’ to Asia but wants ‘partners not dependency’: Pentagon
Senior official Elbridge Colby tells Manila audience the US is committed to the Indo-Pacific but expects allies to invest in defence
· Reuters
Why India’s new Himalayan border map threatens a fragile thaw in China ties
New Delhi’s list of names for Arunachal Pradesh locations includes sensitive sites near its disputed frontier with China
· Shi Jiangtao
Why India’s new Himalayan border map threatens a fragile thaw in China ties
New Delhi’s list of names for Arunachal Pradesh locations includes sensitive sites near its disputed frontier with China
· Shi Jiangtao
‘Happiest person’: Chinese husband dedicates 25 years to caring for severely paraplegic wife
Jia playfully remarks that Li’s tireless dedication and concern for their family have turned his hair grey, while much of hers remains black
· Alice Yan
‘Happiest person’: Chinese husband dedicates 25 years to caring for severely paraplegic wife
Jia playfully remarks that Li’s tireless dedication and concern for their family have turned his hair grey, while much of hers remains black
· Alice Yan
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Can CATL’s battery breakthrough push flying cars closer to a commercial reality in China?
World’s top EV battery maker says aviation pack is ready for mass production after clearing a major safety test
· Daniel Ren
Can CATL’s battery breakthrough push flying cars closer to a commercial reality in China?
World’s top EV battery maker says aviation pack is ready for mass production after clearing a major safety test
· Daniel Ren
14 Filipino seafarers repatriated from Oman after missile incident
MANILA, Philippines — Fourteen Filipino seafarers aboard MT Acheloos were repatriated from Oman after a missile incident on July 20, 2026.
· Dan Francis Madrazo
Takaichi will brush off Albanese’s melon joke. She shouldn’t have to
Beijing: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi knows how to roll with the punches.
· Lisa Visentin
PhilHealth president Edwin Mercado appointed as new DOH chief
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China halts drone shows across the country as airspace controls tighten
Drone flights in six provinces under the jurisdiction of the Chinese military’s Southern Theatre Command suspended from Friday
· Alcott Wei
China halts drone shows across the country as airspace controls tighten
Drone flights in six provinces under the jurisdiction of the Chinese military’s Southern Theatre Command suspended from Friday
· Alcott Wei
Tropical Storm Dolphin batters eastern China with heavy rain, strong winds
Tropical Storm Dolphin has swept through eastern China, bringing torrential rain and storms as authorities warned of severe flooding and landslides.
· Al Jazeera
Japanese officials battling misinformation on social media
Foreign Ministry officials have begun to use social media under their own names to combat misinformation, after the Japan International Cooperation Agency’s “hometown” project to promote exchanges between Japanese and African cities came under undue attack.
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China completes first full test of canal link to Southeast Asia ahead of September launch
Patrol vessel’s full run along Pinglu Canal moves megaproject closer to a planned September launch
· He Huifeng
China completes first full test of canal link to Southeast Asia ahead of September launch
Patrol vessel’s full run along Pinglu Canal moves megaproject closer to a planned September launch
· He Huifeng
Philippines floods, landslides, kill at least 12, 8 missing
Over 500,000 people are affected across 33 provinces as monsoon rains batter the main island, Luzon, including the nation’s capital, Manila
· Bloomberg
Philippines floods, landslides, kill at least 12, 8 missing
Over 500,000 people are affected across 33 provinces as monsoon rains batter the main island, Luzon, including the nation’s capital, Manila
· Bloomberg
Weeks after Marcos SONA, House panel OKs higher income tax exemption ceiling
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· Dwight de Leon
What’s a precautionary hold departure order and when can it be issued?
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El representante de Taiwán en Japón boicotea ceremonia en Nagasaki por disputa sobre asientos
Gente guarda un minuto de silencio durante una ceremonia por el 81 aniversario del bombardeo estadounidense con una bomba atómica en el Parque Hipocentro de la Bomba Atómica en Nagasaki, en el sur de Japón, el domingo 9 de agosto de 2026. (Kotaro Ueda/Kyodo News via AP)
· Mari Yamaguchi
Growing expectations for faster BOJ rate hikes push up bond yields
While expectations for an early Bank of Japan rate hike have strengthened, downward pressure on the yen remains strong. (Photo by Nanami Sato)
· JADA NAGUMO
Marikina deploys bigger pumps to drain floods
MANILA, Philippines — The Marikina City government on Monday deployed mobile booster pumps with three times the pumping capacity of existing units in flood-hit Malanday and Tumana villages after the non-operational Tumana Pumping Station contributed to flooding in the areas.
· James Daniel Danio
How the guest list for Beijing’s summer retreat reveals its tech priorities
Experts in chips, defence, and deep-sea drilling gathered as China’s scientific competition with the US intensifies
· Yuanyue Dang
How the guest list for Beijing’s summer retreat reveals its tech priorities
Experts in chips, defence, and deep-sea drilling gathered as China’s scientific competition with the US intensifies
· Yuanyue Dang
Los muertos por inundaciones en la región india de Assam llegan a 100
Un ciclista espera a cruzar en la calle en Chennai, India, el domingo 9 de agosto de 2026. (AP Foto/Mahesh Kumar A.)
· Wasbir Hussain
15 dead from cyclones, southwest monsoon — PNP
MANILA, Philippines — The death toll from Tropical cyclones Maymay and Luis and the southwest monsoon has climbed to 15, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said Monday.
· Izel Abanilla
Taiwan representative in Japan calls seat at Nagasaki memorial an insult
Nagasaki on Sunday marked the 81st anniversary of the US atomic bombing of the southern Japanese city, with its mayor denouncing growing support for nuclear deterrence in the global community, including Japan and demanding his own government do more for nuclear disarmament. The atomic bomb dropped by the United Stat…
· Mari Yamaguchi
Flood death toll in India's Assam reaches 100
A cyclist waits to cross a street in the rain in Chennai, India, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Mahesh Kumar A.)
· Wasbir Hussain
DP chair candidate rules out party split after leadership election
Democratic Party of Korea leadership candidate Rep. Jung Chung-rae on Monday dismissed speculations that the party could splinter after the leadership election.
· Cha Min-jung
Indonesia's Destry Damayanti nominated as central bank chief
Subianto puts only one name forward, limiting House's role in choosing Warjiyo's successor
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Finally feeling confident, veteran shooter ready for Asian Games debut
JINCHEON, South Korea, Aug. 10 (Yonhap) -- He has been in competitive shooting for well over three decades and it is only just now that South Korean marksman So Seung-seob is feeling assured of himself in the range.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Malaysian MP offers US$1,200 reward for arsonist after unprovoked attack on elderly woman
The 62-year-old victim suffered 50 per cent burns to her body after she was doused with petrol and set on fire at a Kuala Lumpur shop
· Joseph Sipalan
Malaysian MP offers US$1,200 reward for arsonist after unprovoked attack on elderly woman
The 62-year-old victim suffered 50 per cent burns to her body after she was doused with petrol and set on fire at a Kuala Lumpur shop
· Joseph Sipalan
Legit Status Varsity heads to UDO World Finals, carrying the Philippine flag onto the global stage
THE 24-member Legit Status Varsity is set to represent the Philippines at the 2026 UDO World Street Dance Championships in Blackpool, United Kingdom, adding another exciting international chapter to the Filipino dance community’s growing list of achievements.
· The Manila Times