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India’s new consul general in Dubai is confident the recently rolled out passport and visa centres will provide quick and affordable services to all citizens.
SBI Shinsei Bank's partnership with regional lenders also will encompass KKR and Norinchukin Bank. (Source photos by Nikkei and Reuters)
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday welcomed in Malacañang the non-resident ambassadors of Lesotho, Dominican Republic, Gambia, and Gabon, as he expressed hope to forge stronger relations with their respective countries.
The Meta Platforms CEO also apologised for deepfake content and operational lapses on the company’s platforms, according to a report
The Meta Platforms CEO also apologised for deepfake content and operational lapses on the company’s platforms, according to a report
Both the garments and the models in World's OO line were designed by generative AI. (World)
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina arrives to attend The Queen’s Dinner during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) at Buckingham Palace in London on April 19, 2018. (Daniel Leal-Olivas/Pool Photo via AP, File)
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Japan has lodged a diplomatic protest over Russian military exercises taking place around the disputed southern Kuril Islands, Japanese media reported Wednesday.
Several passengers on board the Phuket to New Delhi flight describe people hitting their heads and being thrown in the air
Several passengers on board the Phuket to New Delhi flight describe people hitting their heads and being thrown in the air
The US and Taiwan are holding active military exchanges amid a stand-off with Beijing, Defense Minister Wellington Koo has said
Toyota's RAV4, a compact sport utility vehicle, is one of the automaker's popular models. (Photo by Azusa Kawakami)
Prominent policy journal says Beijing should pass a law to close the gap between traditional maritime law and modern grey-zone warfare
Prominent policy journal says Beijing should pass a law to close the gap between traditional maritime law and modern grey-zone warfare
The latest batch of Washington’s import restrictions – targeting snack firms – is creating quite a stir among China’s social media users
The latest batch of Washington’s import restrictions – targeting snack firms – is creating quite a stir among China’s social media users
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said she will return to her country after two years in exile in India, despite facing the death penalty.
Zhang Jianhua used his influence in and out of office to help third parties with approvals and investment
Zhang Jianhua used his influence in and out of office to help third parties with approvals and investment
MANILA, Philippines — Classes at all levels in public and private schools in Manila have been suspended on Thursday, August 6, as heavy rains are expected due to the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat).
Councillor Jo Galer logged into a meeting of the Dunedin City Council with her laundry clearly visible in the background.
SEOUL, South Korea — Fans fainting at a baseball park. Lions dying at a zoo. Awoman taking shelterin a car found dead. A doctor advising people to eatdog meatto promote stamina.
MANILA, Philippines — Ramping up preparations for the Asian Games, the Philippine men's baseball team is holding a 12-day training camp in Japan where the Asiad will also take place next month.
PROSECUTION. Private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan questions state auditor Roderick Wamil during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 3, 2026.
Tech and trade rifts and forced labour claims test US-China cooperation ahead of Xi Jinping’s planned visit to Washington in September
Tech and trade rifts and forced labour claims test US-China cooperation ahead of Xi Jinping’s planned visit to Washington in September
First public flight test of upgraded Type 12 variant marks milestone in efforts to counter Chinese naval power
First public flight test of upgraded Type 12 variant marks milestone in efforts to counter Chinese naval power
MANILA, Philippines — Blackwater ended its three-game losing skid after knocking off Phoenix Super LPG, 106-100 on Wednesday in their PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup match at the Araneta Coliseum.
MANILA, Philippines — Cabinet Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr. has assured the local business community of strengthening the implementation of the Ease of Doing Business law in line with the Marcos' administration's push for faster government services. and a more business-friendly Philippines.
MANILA, Philippines - The Tagaytay City government is grateful for the hosting of the 10th Aero Gymnastics Asian Championships presented by the Philippine Sports Commission, according to Tagaytay Mayor Brent Tolentino.
MANILA, Philippines — Amid debunked rumors of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa arrest, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) likewise clarified that the lawmaker did not enter Villamor Airbase, believed to be the jump off for his immediate transfer to The Hague.
S&P 500 futures are up following yesterday’s first ATH since June; both tech and small caps are lagging, pointing to another potential broadening. A jump in US tech stocks is holding too, with Nasdaq-100 contracts rising after a 3.3% surge in the session before, powered by semiconductor stocks and blowout Palantir e…
IMPEACHMENT COURT. State auditor and witness Roderick Wamil answers Senator-judge Imee Marcos' questions during the 13th day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 5, 2026.
US FBI Director Kash Patel says he has forged new law enforcement partnerships with China and Russia, two longtime US rivals, over the past year in hopes of gaining allies in combating transnational crime, including fentanyl, cyber fraud, and child sexual exploitation.
PLA documentary showcases enough air power in its combination of the Jing Lei-1 on board an H-6N to cover ‘almost the entire Pacific Ocean’
PLA documentary showcases enough air power in its combination of the Jing Lei-1 on board an H-6N to cover ‘almost the entire Pacific Ocean’
HITACHI-OTA, Japan — Glinting in the night, halfway up a hill in Japan, the greenhouse-like "Ku-An" test lab is lit by electricity harnessed from 1,500 wooden boxes of soil and compost.
IRR SIGNING. Education Secretary Sonny Angara and Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla lead the signing of the implementing rules and regulations of the Early Childhood Care and Development System Act on August 5, 2026.
The Bank of Japan’s policy board was divided at its June 15-16 meeting over whether to stop reducing its government bond purchases, minutes of the meeting showed Wednesday.
DEFENSE. Defense counsels Michael Poa and Shiela Sison share a light moment with private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan during a break in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 5, 2026.
The Malaysian pilot passed through several layers of checks at Kuala Lumpur International Airport before his departure to Jakarta
The Malaysian pilot passed through several layers of checks at Kuala Lumpur International Airport before his departure to Jakarta
A fan from mainland China wishes cities like Guangzhou, Beijing and Shanghai could also host matches featuring top teams
A fan from mainland China wishes cities like Guangzhou, Beijing and Shanghai could also host matches featuring top teams
No timeline has been set, but the operator says it will minimise disruption while preserving the heritage of its iconic Hong Kong hotel
