Ukraine sees path to getting Japanese arms after Tokyo eases export rules
Japan has linked Ukraine’s fate to its own security as it faces China’s growing military power
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Newest first · UTC+11:00SHS graduates to benefit from job fair "green lanes"
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) have opened dedicated green lanes for Senior High School graduates at the government's Labor Day job fairs to accelerate their entry in the workforce.
· Red Mendoza
Manchester born and bred, but moving to Israel
Richard Manville has lived in the UK all his life - but now he's leaving Salford for Israel, because he says the antisemitism in Britain is intolerable.
Two injured, car destroyed by Hezbollah drone attack against northern Israel border town
Two people were lightly injured, and a vehicle was destroyed by a Hezbollah drone attack in Misgav Am in northern Israel on Friday, the Fire and Rescue Service said in a statement.
· TOBIAS HOLCMAN
Hong Kong police investigate ‘suspicious’ fire after man dies in fall
An elderly woman was also rushed to hospital after heavy smoke inhalation, police say
· Edith Lin
Hong Kong police investigate ‘suspicious’ fire after man dies in fall
An elderly woman was also rushed to hospital after heavy smoke inhalation, police say
· Edith Lin
Woman killed, children injured as Israel attacks Lebanon
A woman was killed and several children were injured during Israel’s latest attacks in Lebanon.
· Al Jazeera
Trump’s threat: Why cutting US troops in Europe won’t be easy
Donald Trump has, over the past 48 hours, said that he is considering withdrawing American troops stationed in Germany, Italy and Spain, amid mounting tensions with European nations over their criticism of his handling of the war with Iran.
· Al Jazeera Staff
SHS grads hired on Labor Day at Marikina job fair, urged to pursue studies
MANILA, Philippines — Senior high school graduates were among those hired on the spot during the Marikina City Labor Day job fair, with officials urging them to continue their education even after entering the workforce, on Friday, May 1.
· James Daniel Danio
‘Turbulent and dangerous’: How shipping is the new global battleground
When Indonesia’s Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa floated the idea last week of charging a toll for vessels passing through the Strait of Malacca – inspired by Iran’s moves in the Strait of Hormuz – it set off alarm bells among insurers and Asian importers.
· Virginia Pietromarchi
Israeli continues strikes near Tyre and Nabatieh
The Israeli military launched an airstrike on a home near Tyre, in Southern Lebanon, killing one woman and injuring four others, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA).
· Middleeasteye
Ukraine 'unhappy' with crude importation from Russia, but understands Philippines' situation
MANILA, Philippines — Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Olexandr Mischenko said Ukraine is "not happy" with some countries' move to import crude oil from Russia amid the oil crisis but the Philippines managed to explain its situation.
· Bernadette E. Tamayo
Philippines rises to 114th in World Press Freedom Index | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
· grabaya0376
Mitchell Robinson ‘lost in the world’ after raucous Hawks melee —and posts NSFW dig
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson opened up about his mental health after he and Hawks guard Dyson Daniels were both ejected for fighting in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series Thursday night.
· Jenna Lemoncelli
Six wounded after stabbing attack at high school in Washington state
Four students are in critical condition and security guard and suspect also injured after stabbing in Tacoma
· Richardluscombe
Top California Democrat urges change to ‘free-for-all’ primary to keep governor’s mansion blue
Rusty Hicks concerned that Democrats could crowd each other out in ‘open’ system and hand victory to Republicans
· Andrew Gumbel
Chinese forces jam media drone ops in Pagasa Island - report
MANILA, Philippines — Drone operations by members of the media as well as volunteers were reportedly jammed by Chinese forces as Atin Ito Coalition makes its fourth voyage to Pagasa Island across the West Philippine Sea (WPS) from April 30 to May 5.
· Izel Abanilla
Rare LA home designed by one of the world’s most respected architects sells for $2.45M off-market
Tucked into the tree-lined hills of Thousand Oaks, a 1980s home by the legendary architect Frank Gehry has quietly traded hands for $2.45 million without ever hitting the open market.
· Angela Serratore
Why Singapore, Thailand are among the world’s ‘happiest’ economies
Southeast Asian countries outdid larger economies in the 178-nation Hanke’s Annual Misery Index for 2025
· Sam Beltran
Why Singapore, Thailand are among the world’s ‘happiest’ economies
Southeast Asian countries outdid larger economies in the 178-nation Hanke’s Annual Misery Index for 2025
· Sam Beltran
More Hongkongers can drive to Macau under expanded travel scheme
Transport Department says all permanent residents, locally registered firms will be allowed to apply for 400 multiple-entry quota spots
· Edith Lin
More Hongkongers can drive to Macau under expanded travel scheme
Transport Department says all permanent residents, locally registered firms will be allowed to apply for 400 multiple-entry quota spots
· Edith Lin
4 killed in second Indonesia train crash in days
The incident follows an earlier train crash on Monday that killed 16 and injured 90
· Agence France-Presse
4 killed in second Indonesia train crash in days
The incident follows an earlier train crash on Monday that killed 16 and injured 90
· Agence France-Presse
Tie property tax changes to income tax cuts, productivity chief says
Labor is being urged to link any capital gains tax or negative gearing changes to future income tax cuts. (ABC News: Ian Cutmore)
· Clare Armstrong
Tokyo man who attacked teens with hammer arrested after manhunt
He also struck another high school student who sustained minor injuries
· Kyodo
Tokyo man who attacked teens with hammer arrested after manhunt
He also struck another high school student who sustained minor injuries
· Kyodo
Starmer accused of 'weaponising' antisemitic attack to target pro-Palestine protests
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been criticised for linking pro-Palestine marches to antisemitic violence after saying that "if you stand alongside people who say 'globalise the intifada', you are calling for terrorism against Jews and people who use that phrase should be prosecuted".
· Middleeasteye
Antingaw: Bohol's rock-eating shipworm vying for International Mollusc of the Year
THE Philippines was a finalist for International Mollusc of the Year, and representing our country was one of the strangest and rarest species in the world.
· The Manila Times
Higgins and Murphy locked at 8-8 in semi-final
John Higgins' most recent world title victory was in 2011, while Shaun Murphy was a Crucible champion in 2005
· Bbcsport
Futures Rise, Oil Slides On Iran Ceasefire Optimism After Best Month For Stocks Since 2020
US equity futures are higher, set for a new all time high, as the rally that’s pushed Wall Street to record highs on strong megacap tech earnings continues, after the S&P posted its best monthly increase since November 2020. As of 8:00am ET, S&P futures are up 0.3% (spiking moments ago on a report that Iran submitte…
· Tyler Durden
A major shift could soon happen in the Mag 7
Quietly, shares of Google-parent Alphabet are on the verge of topping $5 trillion, and overtaking AI-leader Nvidia as the world's most valuable company.
· Oliver Renick
Pentagon plans to make US military ‘AI-first fighting force’ by pairing with companies
Agreements with artificial intelligence firms spark concerns over public spending, cyber security and domestic surveillance
· Guardian staff and agency
Labour Day marches and Buddha’s birthday: photos of the day – Friday
View image in fullscreenHook, UKMembers of the Hook Eagle Morris perform outside the Shack Cafe in Hampshire, as they see in the May Day dawnPhotograph: Andrew Matthews/PAShareView image in fullscreenIstanbul, Türkiye People march to celebrate May DayPhotograph: Dilara Senkaya/ReutersShareView image in fullscreenDha…
· Arnel Hecimovic
Woman jailed for life for murdering sister and stealing her Rolex
Judge tells Nancy Pexton, 70, she showed no remorse for the ferocious attack on Jennifer Abbott at London flat
· Jamie Grierson
Double killer’s new wife screams ‘I love you!’ as he’s executed while professing his innocence
The new wife of a double murderer screamed “I love you” and flailed against the window as her husband was executed in front of her in Texas.
· Patrick Reilly
Greek Orthodox Church sounds alarm over attacks on Christians in Jerusalem
The head of a Greek Orthodox Church in Jerusalem has condemned a brutal attack on a nun in the city earlier in the week and warned of growing concerns over the future for Christians living in the Holy Land.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Trump administration rejects need for Iran war Congressional approval despite deadline – US politics live
Pete Hegseth argued that a ceasefire agreement with Iran more than three weeks ago ‘means the 60 day clock pauses, or stops’
· Vivian Ho, Lucy Campbell, Gabrielle Canon, Cy Neff
Pro-Palestinian marches have been hijacked, says minister
A Home Office minister has said pro-Palestinian marches in British cities have been "hijacked" by people seeking to sow division, as the government's approach to the demonstrations comes under renewed scrutiny.
· Paul Seddon
Meryl Streep reveals she ‘had a beef’ with ‘Death Becomes Her’ co-star Goldie Hawn
Meryl Streep revealed she “had a beef” with her “Death Becomes Her” co-star Goldie Hawn while filming the movie.
· Sophia Melissa Caraballo Piñeiro
Rep. Max Miller’s lawyers admit he lied about witness in domestic violence case against ex-wife
WASHINGTON — Attorneys for Rep. Max Miller confirmed their client fabricated testimony in court documents and during a court hearing to obtain a protection order against his ex-wife, prompting her attorneys to demand sanctions.
· Ryan King
Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception
Crew members of the Global Sumud Flotilla have been taken to Greece after being intercepted by Israel. (Reuters: Stefanos Rapanis)
From banking to AI, these are the key international economic bodies based in China
Amid what China sees as US’ polarising unilateral measures, a push for ‘global governance’ gives rise to a network of multi-country agencies
· Ralph Jennings
From banking to AI, these are the key international economic bodies based in China
Amid what China sees as US’ polarising unilateral measures, a push for ‘global governance’ gives rise to a network of multi-country agencies
· Ralph Jennings
Inside viral ‘Scientology speedrun’ trend prompting the church to bolster security
Ericka Buensuceso was walking along Hollywood Boulevard on Saturday when she came across an alien, two hot dogs and Jesus.
· Associated Press
Epstein’s possible suicide note found by cellmate – NYT
Late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s purported suicide note has remained locked up at a courthouse for years, out of reach of investigators, the New York Times has reported.
· RT
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Late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s purported suicide note has remained locked up at a courthouse for years, out of reach of investigators, the New York Times has reported.
· RT
US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla
The United States has criticised its allies for failing to stop a Gaza-bound aid flotilla that was raided and seized by Israeli naval forces earlier this week.
· Middleeasteye
How Turkey's new 'kamikaze' drones may outclass Iran's Shahed
Over the past year, and two US-Israeli conflicts with Iran, Turkey has focused on how to use "kamikaze" suicide drones in warfare after seeing how effective Tehran's have been.
· Middleeasteye
Hong Kong taxi driver arrested for dangerous driving, hitting speeds of 160km/h
Undercover officers intercept driver, 31, after he completed 42km trip from Sai Kung Country Park to border checkpoint in about 30 mins
· Edith Lin