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MANILA, Philippines — The Akari Chargers did not allow the fan-favorite Choco Mucho Flying Titans to enter the winning column as they posted a 27-25, 27-25, 21-25, 25-22 decision in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour on Saturday night at the Polomolok Gymnasium in South Cotabato.
Nirmal Purja, who set a record for the fastest ascent of the world’s 14 highest mountains, died in an avalanche
Nirmal Purja, who set a record for the fastest ascent of the world’s 14 highest mountains, died in an avalanche
Directive seen as a long-overdue enforcement crackdown meant to inflict short-term contractor pain for long-term national security gain
Directive seen as a long-overdue enforcement crackdown meant to inflict short-term contractor pain for long-term national security gain
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Lebanon’s Mount Amel Castles, the ancient Phoenician city of Tyre, and the historic site of Sebastia in Area C of the West Bank, were designated as World Heritage Sites in Danger by UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee during its 48th session in Busan, South Korea over the weekend.
UNESCO's World Heritage Committee (WHC) added 25 new sites to its list of World Heritage Sites at its 48th session in Busan, South Korea this week, spanning millennia of history and carrying "outstanding universal value" for humanity.
MANILA, Philippines — The Alas Pilipinas women’s volleyball national team gave Thailand a tough time before absorbing defeat, 17-25, 25-19, 15-25, 25-18, 10-15, in the Leg 1 of the SEA V.Cup Women’s Division on Saturday night at the Dong Anh Gymnasium in Hanoi, Vietnam.
BEIJING — China conducted military drills near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea on Saturday as territorial tensions with the Philippines intensify.
PLA Navy flier Yang Yong tells state broadcaster he was forced to stay at altitude for several minutes despite the extreme danger he faced
PLA Navy flier Yang Yong tells state broadcaster he was forced to stay at altitude for several minutes despite the extreme danger he faced
Despite trade tensions and tariffs, California wineries are hopeful that US wine exports to China will recover as trade relations stabilise
Despite trade tensions and tariffs, California wineries are hopeful that US wine exports to China will recover as trade relations stabilise
BEIJING (AP) — China conducted military drills near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea on Saturday as territorial tensions with the Philippines intensify.
TOKYO (AP) — Authorities ended Saturday a massive dayslong search-and-rescue operation at a collapsed shopping mall in southwest Japan following a powerful earthquake that killed 34 people earlier this week.
DeQuan Jones and Schonny Winston led NLEX’s spirited fourth quarter scoring attack to beat Converge, 119-107, and stay perfect in the PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup on Saturday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
Officials said there should be no more people unaccounted for after rescuers searched the shopping centre in Kashima
Officials said there should be no more people unaccounted for after rescuers searched the shopping centre in Kashima
MANILA, Philippines — South Korean actress Kim Go-eun won the Daesang (Grand Prize) at the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards, earning the highest honor for her performance in the Netflix romance drama "You and Everything Else." The victory marks the first Daesang of her career, adding another milestone to her decade-lon…
AFC chief calls for more transparency on initiatives affecting global football as doubts are cast on Infantino’s 2027 re-election prospects
AFC chief calls for more transparency on initiatives affecting global football as doubts are cast on Infantino’s 2027 re-election prospects
The weapon is capable of striking targets in the continental US from Chinese waters, making it a key element of Beijing’s nuclear strategy
The weapon is capable of striking targets in the continental US from Chinese waters, making it a key element of Beijing’s nuclear strategy
MANILA, Philippines —99picked up their second win in a row after defeating the Galeries Tower Highrisers in a tight straight sets match, 25-23, 25-23, 25-20, in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour on Saturday evening at the Polomolok Gymnasium in South Cotabato.
China's Xi Jinping told the People's Liberation Army this week to intensify the military application of artificial intelligence and unmanned systems, telling a Politburo study session that the force should build toward what the official readout called an "intelligent military system." The directive landed days befor…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi tours Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in the city of Vizag, in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh. (Photo from Narendra Modi's X post)
New Delhi, India – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he forgives students who hurled expletives at him during protests last month, describing them as “misled children” who must be shown “the right path” rather than be prosecuted and punished.
FILIPINO students are exploring how artificial intelligence, autonomous drones, computer vision and advanced sensors could change warehouse operations as e-commerce drives demand for faster and more accurate logistics systems.
The ultimate prize in AI is not just owning the technology, but having the power to dictate rules, frame ethics and command global influence
The ultimate prize in AI is not just owning the technology, but having the power to dictate rules, frame ethics and command global influence
Rigid metrics and deference to authority are stifling the country’s innovation drive, leading scientists warn
Rigid metrics and deference to authority are stifling the country’s innovation drive, leading scientists warn
MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) issued show cause orders (SCOs) against two content creators involved in producing social media content that depicted dangerous and irresponsible traffic violations.
ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops rankings this year, but vibrant market makes them much more fluid than in US, Hurun says
ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming tops rankings this year, but vibrant market makes them much more fluid than in US, Hurun says
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MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines has formally deposited with the United Nations its official nautical chart of Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal, also known as Bajo de Masinloc, and its surrounding maritime zones, putting Manila’s claimed maritime limits around the disputed feature on the international record amid co…
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines has formally deposited with the United Nations its official nautical chart of Bajo de Masinloc (Panatag / Scarborough Shoal) and its surrounding maritime zones, putting Manila’s claimed maritime limits around the disputed feature on international record amid continued Chinese co…
Wei’s story has profoundly touched many, leading to proposals for a sculpture in his honour to preserve his inspiring spirit
Wei’s story has profoundly touched many, leading to proposals for a sculpture in his honour to preserve his inspiring spirit
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After a successful trial, the cutting-edge devices will be rolled out nationwide to boost the power system’s reliability
After a successful trial, the cutting-edge devices will be rolled out nationwide to boost the power system’s reliability
Fast-paced corporate jobs leave Millennials, Gen Z burnt-out and seeking simpler lives with fewer luxuries outside China’s megacities
Fast-paced corporate jobs leave Millennials, Gen Z burnt-out and seeking simpler lives with fewer luxuries outside China’s megacities
Sold-out screens and a franchise-best first day end 'Hope's' reign at No. 1, giving Marvel its first real sign of life here in years