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MANILA, Philippines —The local government of Talacogon, Agusan del Sur brought together the family, friends, supporters of young athlete Rene Clert Baterbonia to commemorate the 40th day of his death on July 18, 2026.
MANILA, Philippines — Franco Alfonso Alvaera, the kid who made “youngest on the grid” a badge of pride, is set to compete in his first national karting event with Mercedes Driver Development.
Police have forcibly removed a prominent activist from a protest site in New Delhi and taken him to hospital, saying his health was deteriorating from a hunger strike over alleged corruption in India’s exam system.
Skyroot Technologies’ Vikram-1 rocket is about as tall as a seven-storey building and capable of carrying up to 350kg
Skyroot Technologies’ Vikram-1 rocket is about as tall as a seven-storey building and capable of carrying up to 350kg
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The National Chess Federation of the Philippines seeks to strengthen its program of producing more Filipino chess grandmasters this year as Prospero Pichay Jr. earned a fresh mandate as chairman and president of the NCFP.
MANILA, Philippines — Rafael Manuel's internationally acclaimed feature "Filipiñana" is generating online buzz following the release of its official trailer, with viewers praising its striking cinematography, meticulously crafted visual aesthetic and atmospheric storytelling. The growing anticipation comes as the Su…
Indonesian minister Rosan Roeslani told the Nusa Dua Forum that the hub would uphold high standards and provide the ‘best incentives’ to investors
Indonesian minister Rosan Roeslani told the Nusa Dua Forum that the hub would uphold high standards and provide the ‘best incentives’ to investors
Beijing is transitioning from contractor to stakeholder in the fast-growing African economy, with US$209 million tourist complex in the mix
Beijing is transitioning from contractor to stakeholder in the fast-growing African economy, with US$209 million tourist complex in the mix
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MANILA, Philippines — Pag-IBIG Fund's home loan releases hit double digit growth in the first half of 2026.
The Ultimate Robot Knock-out Legend opener was the first event of its kind, with martial arts actor Donnie Yen among those watching
The Ultimate Robot Knock-out Legend opener was the first event of its kind, with martial arts actor Donnie Yen among those watching
KING Chef, one of the Philippines' most trusted names in authentic Cantonese cuisine, welcomes diners to its newest King Chef Dimsum Kitchen at The Shoppes at McKinley West, Taguig.
Sriharikota, India – India’s first privately built orbital rocket took its maiden flight on Saturday, its company said, marking a significant step for the South Asian giant as it eyes a bigger slice of the global space economy.
MANILA, Philippines — Former presidential spokesman and lawyer Harry Roque expressed feelings of homesickness in a Facebook post on Friday, saying he hopes to return to Manila.
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Maya Ongaku doesn’t need to turn up the volume to make a statement. The trio — specializing in a mellow, hypnotic brand of psychedelic rock — has spent the past few years quietly making waves, both at home and overseas, while working outside what guitarist and vocalist Tsutomu Sonoda calls the “rigid system” of Japa…
Organiser EngineAI said more than 200 teams from around the world enrolled and 32 qualified for the main event.
The hulking striker has become a huge star in China during the World Cup, helping his homeland attract a growing wave of tourists
The hulking striker has become a huge star in China during the World Cup, helping his homeland attract a growing wave of tourists
Following mother’s call about missing father, son and friend brave deep waters after 800 mm of rain falls on Qinzhou city
Following mother’s call about missing father, son and friend brave deep waters after 800 mm of rain falls on Qinzhou city
MANILA, Philippines — In a dramatic escalation of diplomatic friction, China, through its foreign ministry, refused to apologize over the controversial "monkey" video which, it said was "independent of government policy" despite its release by a state-run media organization.
A prominent Indian activist who has been on a hunger strike for more than 20 days in New Delhi, demanding education reforms and justice for millions of students, was removed by the police on Saturday and taken to a hospital, the authorities said.
Xi Jinping offered to play a ‘constructive role’ in reaching a solution saying it would be in both sides’ long-term interests
Xi Jinping offered to play a ‘constructive role’ in reaching a solution saying it would be in both sides’ long-term interests
The one thing we can be sure Laotian authorities have done well in their apparent investigation into the 2024 poisoning deaths of Australian backpackers Holly Morton-Bowles and Bianca Jones has been to behave contemptuously to the grieving families in Melbourne.
Reforms have thrust the country into the spotlight as it seeks to lure capital away from Vietnam, Malaysia and elsewhere
Reforms have thrust the country into the spotlight as it seeks to lure capital away from Vietnam, Malaysia and elsewhere
For nearly two decades, G-Dragon has been one of K-pop's most influential artists. This month, however, the Big Bang member is taking on a new role beyond music — serving as the public face of South Korea's efforts to promote one of the world's most significant gatherings on cultural heritage.
Running has long been associated with chasing faster times and who crosses the finish line first. But a growing number of runners in South Korea are embracing a different philosophy: slowing down.
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Saturday dismissed Beijing’s assertion that an AI-generated China Daily video portraying Filipinos as monkeys was not a government act.
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Saturday called on Malacañang to summon the Chinese ambassador over an AI-generated video by a Chinese state-run media outlet depicting Filipinos as monkeys.
MANILA, Philippines — Rescued Philippine Eagle, Sawaga-Dalwangan, died while undergoing rehabilitation after suffering a sudden medical crisis, the Philippine Eagle Foundation said on Saturday.
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North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui was set to arrive in Moscow on Saturday for an official visit, a Russian media outlet reported, citing a statement from the country's foreign ministry.
SEOUL, July 18 (Yonhap) -- North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui was set to arrive in Moscow on Saturday for an official visit, a Russian media outlet reported, citing a statement from the country's foreign ministry.
FILIPINO scientist Raymond Girard Tan of the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST-PHL) urged the Philippines to adopt a formal net-zero emissions pledge to guide policies, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Abhijeet Dipke, fundador del Partido Popular de las Cucarachas (centro, sentado), inicia una huelga de hambre indefinida durante una protesta para exigir la renuncia del ministro de Educación Dharmendra Pradhan por supuestas irregularidades en exámenes y filtraciones, en Nueva Delhi, India, el 18 de julio de 2026. (…
The opposition has been handed the chance to portray the government as both ineffective and hypocritical ahead of the poll
The opposition has been handed the chance to portray the government as both ineffective and hypocritical ahead of the poll
Vessels travelling to and from India accounted for one of the largest shares of applications to use Iran-designated routes through the Strait of Hormuz, according to MarineTraffic.
Rescatistas esperan en un puente mientras se preparan para llevar a cabo una operación de búsqueda y rescate en el lugar donde se produjo un deslave, en el condado de Pengshui, en la provincia suroccidental de Chongqing, Chija, el 18 de julio de 2026. (AP Foto/Andy Wong)
MANILA, Philippines—The Manila Police District (MPD) announced that several roads would be closed on Sunday for a “projected rally” of the United People’s Initiative (UPI).
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The startup LINK-US participates in the Kumamoto Semiconductor Venture Pitch event in February. (Photo by Shotaro Mori)