11 senators file resolution honoring Eala
MANILA, Philippines — Eleven senators have so far filed resolutions honoring Filipino tennis star Alex Eala on her historic win at the Mubadala DC Open.
· Catherine S. Valente
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Proud Philippines honors Alex Eala
(UPDATE) MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos stayed way past midnight on Tuesday to watch the resumption of a Women Tennis Association (WTA) 500 finals match between local tennis sensation Alex Eala and the world No. 3 and tournament top seed Jessica Pegula. And they were not disappointed.
· Catherine S. Valente, Kristina Maralit, Allen Limos
As US and China compete over AI, middle powers can craft a third path
Between American-secured diffusion and Chinese developmental multilateralism, middle powers have space to make their presence felt
· Hao Nan
As US and China compete over AI, middle powers can craft a third path
Between American-secured diffusion and Chinese developmental multilateralism, middle powers have space to make their presence felt
· Hao Nan
Security boosted at Hong Kong reservoir after hikers enter restricted area for photos | South China Morning Post
Viral video on social media triggered criticism, prompting Water Supplies Department to launch investigation.
Comelec cancels Moro Ako Party registration for 2026 BARMM polls
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has canceled the registration and accreditation of Moro Ako Party as a regional parliamentary political party (RPPP) for the first Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) over alleged misrepresentation.
· Dianne Sampang
At least 12 hurt due to unusual turbulence on Air India flight from Thailand to Delhi
At least 12 people on board an Air India flight from Phuket, Thailand, to New Delhi, India, were wounded on Tuesday following a turbulence-related event that caused a momentary change in altitude, Air India confirmed.
· JAMES GENN
WATCH: Chinese warships monitored anew on WPS
After China’s false claims of having conducted naval drills in Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirms monitoring Chinese warships last July 31 and Aug. 1, 2026. Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, AFP spokesman for the West Philippine Sea on Aug. 4 confirmed sighting …
· The Manila Times
From ‘scam’ to ‘Andy Lim’: Lorna Kapunan’s impeachment trial masterclass
KAPUNAN. Private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan questions state auditor Roderick Wamil during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 3, 2026.
· Bea Cupin
Japan sounds alarm over China’s expanding Pacific footprint, vows defence boost
Beijing is strengthening its aircraft carrier force as it improves capacity to operate in more distant seas and airspace, white paper warns
· Gabriel Dominguez
Japan sounds alarm over China’s expanding Pacific footprint, vows defence boost
Beijing is strengthening its aircraft carrier force as it improves capacity to operate in more distant seas and airspace, white paper warns
· Gabriel Dominguez
China’s MiniMax curbs overseas access to new AI video model over copyright disputes
H3 model enters the generative video battleground, but licensing carve-outs restrict use in US, EU, UK and South Korea
· Minxiao Chang
China’s MiniMax curbs overseas access to new AI video model over copyright disputes
H3 model enters the generative video battleground, but licensing carve-outs restrict use in US, EU, UK and South Korea
· Minxiao Chang
WATCH: AFP: West Philippine Sea should be 'unifying call' for Filipinos
Armed Forces of the Philippines says the West Philippine Sea should be a 'unifying call' for all Filipinos, should not be political and fiercely supports the belief that all Filipinos should uphold rights to the Philippines’ maritime domain.
· The Manila Times
3 lions die of suspected heatstroke in Tokyo zoo | South China Morning Post
Officials said they are the first heat-related deaths of the zoo’s lion population in its 62-year history.
China draws up safety rules for autonomous vehicles
BEIJING (AFP) -- China has drawn up new safety rules for the growing number of autonomous vehicles on its roads, including a mandatory deactivation override, the government said Tuesday.
· AFP
Korea, Bangladesh reach preliminary CEPA deal
South Korea and Bangladesh reached a preliminary agreement Tuesday on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement that would cut tariffs on Korean food, vehicles and industrial goods while widening access to each country’s services and infrastructure markets.
· Jo He-rim
Parts of Luzon, Visayas to experience LPA-induced rains — Pagasa
MANILA, Philippines — Parts of Luzon and Visayas will continue to experience heavy rainfall due to the presence of a low pressure area (LPA) outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), according to state weather bureau Pagasa.
· Red Mendoza
China solidifies global shipbuilding lead
CHINA reinforced its global lead in shipbuilding and offshore engineering in the first half of 2026, with new orders for oceangoing vessels surging 105.2 percent year on year, while the value of new offshore engineering equipment orders more than doubled, giving Chinese companies more than 80 percent of the global m…
· Global Times
Arrest of ‘fake Filipino’ sharpens concerns over security risks in key sectors
The case of Maxipro president Lawrence Ke Sy underscores a shift in how Philippine authorities approach national security, analysts say
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Arrest of ‘fake Filipino’ sharpens concerns over security risks in key sectors
The case of Maxipro president Lawrence Ke Sy underscores a shift in how Philippine authorities approach national security, analysts say
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Chinese naval drills monitored near Bajo de Masinloc in WPS — AFP
MANILA, Philippines — Chinese naval drills were monitored near Bajo de Masinloc on July 31 and during the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) anniversary on Aug. 1, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirmed Tuesday.
· Holly Bacay
FTC to fine conglomerate heads for omitting affiliates from regulatory filings
South Korea's fair trade watchdog on Tuesday vowed to impose fines on conglomerate heads when their business groups omit affiliates from regulatory filings to avoid antitrust rules.
· Yonhap
Global Bond Market On Edge As Japanese Yields Soar After "Horrible" 10Y JGB Auction
While much of the market focus has fallen on the US long-end, which saw substantial pressure in the past week, sending 30Y yields to 5.27%, the highest level since 2007, it was Japan again which stole the show overnight. But first, recall that the primary tradeoff for the BOJ preventing it from raising rates and com…
· Tyler Durden
China’s first-of-its-kind boring and blasting rig boosts hard-rock tunnel digging by 30%
Standard tunnel boring machines slow down in extremely hard or fractured mountain rock, which has led to delays in infrastructure projects
· Alice Li
China unveils world’s first hybrid boring-and-blasting tunnel machine
Standard tunnel boring machines slow down in extremely hard or fractured mountain rock, which has led to delays in infrastructure projects
· Alice Li
Sara’s defense: No rule barring confi funds from being used in 11 days
CONFI. Senate staff carry boxes labeled 'confidential funds' containing documents to be presented during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 4, 2026.
· Jairo Bolledo
WATCH: Marcos does not watch Eala’s game, fears jinxing
After Filipino tennis star Alex Eala won the WTA 500 championship on Aug. 4, 2026 Malacañang reveals the president refrains from watching the tennis her games. In a press briefing, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Claire Castro said Marcos avoided watching the live matches of Eala, saying he fears j…
· The Manila Times
South Korea’s Lee calls heatwave national disaster, deaths rise to 19
Authorities issued a heatwave warning for all of Seoul on Tuesday while the city of Yangsan recorded 42.5 degrees Celsius on Sunday
· Reuters
South Korea’s Lee calls heatwave national disaster, deaths rise to 19
Authorities issued a heatwave warning for all of Seoul on Tuesday while the city of Yangsan recorded 42.5 degrees Celsius on Sunday
· Reuters
South Korea’s Lee urges extra heatwave measures as death toll rises to 16 | South China Morning Post
The country’s president on Tuesday called on officials to protect vulnerable populations and a “fundamental overhaul” of South Korea’s crisis response system, citing a rise in extreme weather.
Offside move? Why Indonesia’s football chief sided with Fifa on privatisation plan
Erick Thohir said the Indonesian football association should back Fifa’s proposal because of its contributions to the local game
· Resty Woro Yuniar
Offside move? Why Indonesia’s football chief sided with Fifa on privatisation plan
Erick Thohir said the Indonesian football association should back Fifa’s proposal because of its contributions to the local game
· Resty Woro Yuniar
More rain seen from LPA off La Union, southwest monsoon
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· Acor Arceo
Abandoned Chinese baby adopted by Swedish couple makes emotional return decades later
When asked about her decision, Gao reflects, ‘I’ve made peace with my past and need to know where my roots are’
· Zoey Zhang
Abandoned Chinese baby adopted by Swedish couple makes emotional return decades later
When asked about her decision, Gao reflects, ‘I’ve made peace with my past and need to know where my roots are’
· Zoey Zhang
Is China’s DF-17 hypersonic glider ready to strike from anywhere at any time?
PLA anniversary series suggests the world’s first operational weapon of its kind may have achieved a ‘constant state of readiness’
· Liu Zhen
Is China’s DF-17 hypersonic glider ready to strike from anywhere at any time?
PLA anniversary series suggests the world’s first operational weapon of its kind may have achieved a ‘constant state of readiness’
· Liu Zhen
Hong Kong clinches grand champion at World Cosplay Championship in Nagoya | South China Morning Post
The victory comes as World Cosplay Summit 2026 marks Hong Kong’s return to the competition after a 3-year hiatus.
Suspected heatstroke kills three lions at Japan zoo
TOKYO — Three lions at a Tokyo zoo have died from suspected heatstroke and others are under treatment, a spokeswoman said on Tuesday, with the big cats struggling with high humidity.
· Agence France-Presse
DOJ receives fresh graft complaints vs 20 in Cebu flood control probe
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has received two separate criminal complaints against 20 officials, employees and private individuals over alleged anomalies in two flood control projects in Cebu, the latest cases in the government’s widening crackdown on questionable flood control works.
· William B. Depasupil
Chinese naval drills monitored in Bajo de Masinloc
MANILA, Philippines —The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday confirmed that People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy warships conducted drills within Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal) as Beijing continues to flex its naval muscles in the entire South China Sea.
· Izel Abanilla
Japan proposes tougher income rules for permanent residency
Applicants have to maintain annual household income above the average for Japanese households under the new rules
· Kyodo
Japan proposes tougher income rules for permanent residency
Applicants have to maintain annual household income above the average for Japanese households under the new rules
· Kyodo
Philippine-born actress Mary Rivera, who played Ned Leeds' grandmother in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home,' dies at 82
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine-born actress Mary Egida Rivera, best known for playing Ned Leeds' grandmother in the Marvel blockbuster Spider-Man: No Way Home," has died. She was 82.
· Mark Carlo Sibug
S. Korea, Bangladesh reach agreement in principle on CEPA
SEOUL, Aug. 4 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and Bangladesh on Tuesday reached an agreement in principle on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA), Seoul's industry ministry said Tuesday, as Seoul seeks to expand its presence in the South Asian market.
· Kim Han-joo
Three lions die at Japanese zoo amid extreme temperatures
Tue 4 Aug 2026 at 7:33pm
Could China’s new trust tax pull Pan Shiyi’s wealth into capital flight spotlight?
Soho China founder Pan Shiyi’s Cayman trust faces scrutiny as Beijing’s tax overhaul puts offshore wealth strategies in focus
· Emma Ma
Could China’s new trust tax pull Pan Shiyi’s wealth into capital flight spotlight?
Soho China founder Pan Shiyi’s Cayman trust faces scrutiny as Beijing’s tax overhaul puts offshore wealth strategies in focus
· Emma Ma
Kim Soo-hyun returns to Manila for Bench fan event
MANILA, Philippines — South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun is officially returning to Manila, with Philippine fashion brand Bench announcing on Tuesday that the Korean star will meet his Filipino fans at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Oct. 2.
· Iza Iglesias