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Shiho Kuwaki, of Japan, drives off the 3rd tee during the fourth round of the Women’s British Open golf championship in Lytham St Annes, England, Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
MANILA, Philippines — A small fires broke out a contractor’s storage facility inside the House of Representatives compound on Sunday morning but was swiftly contained.
At least 14 people were killed in a suicide bombing outside a police station in northwestern Pakistan on Sunday evening, officials said, the worst attack in a surge of militant violence that has reignited fears in a region once dominated by the Pakistani Taliban.
An NTT Data Group data center in Japan. (NTT Global Data Centers Japan)
No group claimed responsibility for the attack in the northwestern town of Kabal but suspicion is likely to fall on the Pakistani Taliban
No group claimed responsibility for the attack in the northwestern town of Kabal but suspicion is likely to fall on the Pakistani Taliban
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WITH two days to go, the Gymnastics of Association of the Philippines is primed and ready to step up for the 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships presented by the Philippine Sports Commission starting Wednesday at the Tagaytay CT Veldrome in Tagaytay City.
A study by Maria Galveia and Edison Macusi titled “Climate change resilience and food security of small-scale fishing communities in the South-eastern Mindanao, Philippines,” published in July 2026, documented how climate change variability has affected small-scale fishing communities in four Mindanao municipalities.
When Atty. Gil G. Taway IV took over the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) in October 2023, part of the agency’s main government complex was still being used by a Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO).
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) on Sunday expressed grief over the death of a student from Las Piñas National High School, extending its condolences to the family and the school community while reaffirming its commitment to ensuring the safety of schools.
Kazakhstan’s efforts to attract foreign investment in its rare earth ambitions face a series of challenges as the country seeks to position itself as a viable alternative to China in the supply chain.
Chief Executive John Lee meets China Securities Regulatory Commission chairman Wu Qing to exchange views on deepening mutual access between markets
Chief Executive John Lee meets China Securities Regulatory Commission chairman Wu Qing to exchange views on deepening mutual access between markets
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, left, and Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama. (Source photos by Reuters, Nikkei)
‘Following a strategic review, the foundation will be increasing its focus and investment in Asia’, educational trust says
‘Following a strategic review, the foundation will be increasing its focus and investment in Asia’, educational trust says
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo "Ping" Lacson on Sunday said he may consider visiting Taguig City, the political bailiwick of Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano, once the flood control program there is properly implemented and devoid of corruption.
SAFE will expand forex market access and monitor cross-border capital flows while PBOC will push panda bonds and offshore yuan market
SAFE will expand forex market access and monitor cross-border capital flows while PBOC will push panda bonds and offshore yuan market
MANILA, Philippines — Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) met with Malaysia's Minister of Human Resources YB Dato Sri Ramanan Ramakrishnan.
South Korea has recorded its highest temperature since national weather records began more than a century ago, as an intense heatwave grips the country, the latest in a year of climate extremes that have caused droughts, wildfires, floods and powerful storms around the globe.
At least five people have been killed and 41 are missing after a ferry caught fire off Indonesia’s Madura Island, the country’s search and rescue agency said in a statement.
MANILA, Philippines — Team Hong Kong has won the World Cosplay Summit World Cosplay Championship for 2026, the last time the event will be held in August.
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Sunday issued a clarification defending his recent remarks on the West Philippine Sea (WPS), saying he did not call for the resignation of public officials based on personal beliefs but on their obligation to uphold existing laws and government policy.
Fields Medal winner’s candid remarks resonate with young students in China who say they’ve had similar experiences
Fields Medal winner’s candid remarks resonate with young students in China who say they’ve had similar experiences
En esta imagen tomada de un video publicado por la Agencia Indonesia de Búsqueda y Rescate (BASARNAS) el domingo 2 de agosto de 2026, una humareda sale del barco de pasajeros Mutiara Santosa 2, incendiado en aguas cerca de la isla de Madura, Indonesia. (BASARNAS via AP)
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By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club
SURABAYA, Indonesia (AP) — An Indonesian ferry carrying 271 people caught fire in waters off the main island of Java on Sunday, leaving at least five people dead and dozens missing as rescuers and passing vessels evacuated hundreds from the burning ship, officials said.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) stepped up intelligence and investigative efforts against gun-for-hire syndicates, urging anyone with credible information on contract killings to report to law enforcement authorities for immediate validation and action.
MANILA, Philippines — A small fire broke out at a contractor’s storage facility inside the House of Representatives compound on Sunday but it was swiftly contained.
The captain reported the blaze as the vessel sailed from East Java to South Sulawesi. Some passengers jumped into the sea
The captain reported the blaze as the vessel sailed from East Java to South Sulawesi. Some passengers jumped into the sea
A report into the explosion that killed 10 people said poor maintenance and a lack of proper oversight had contributed to the accident
A report into the explosion that killed 10 people said poor maintenance and a lack of proper oversight had contributed to the accident
At least five people are dead, and 41 are still missing after a ferry caught fire off Indonesia's Madura island, the country's search and rescue agency said in a statement on Sunday.
MANILA, Philippines — SOUTH KOREAN top seed Lee Yerin displayed her brilliant form to beat local Stefi Marithe Aludo, 6-3, 6-1, in the girls' singles final of the Oscar J. Hilado J60 World Tennis Championship Week 2 on Sunday at the Rizal Memorial Tennis Center.
Strongly worded PLA Daily article is latest in a series of countermeasures as Scarborough Shoal row flares, including military drills
Strongly worded PLA Daily article is latest in a series of countermeasures as Scarborough Shoal row flares, including military drills
MANILA, Philippines — The Eastern Police District (EPD) recognized the contributions of private sector partners, particularly members of the Filipino-Indian community, for supporting the Philippine National Police's (PNP) community programs through corporate social responsibility initiatives during the 31st Police C…
At least five people were killed and 41 are still missing after a ferry caught fire off Indonesia's Madura island, the country's search and rescue agency said in a statement on Sunday.
Investors scramble to make sense of a shock Chinese challenge to the dominance of western chipmakers