Philippines’ seeks Mongolia support for UN Security Council candidature
August 6, 2024
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo sought Mongolia’s support for the Philippines’ candidature to the UN Security Council for 2027-2028.
Another LPA spotted in Luzon — PAGASA
August 6, 2024
Another low-pressure area was spotted outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), bringing to two the LPAs being monitored by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.
Midlife Halftime: Aira Villegas braces for toughest fight yet in Paris 2024 semis
August 5, 2024
Whatever the result of her bout on Wednesday, 4:18 a.m. (Manila time), Aira Villegas will be coming home to the Philippines as an Olympic medalist. Already assured of a bronze, the Filipina southpaw will be gunning for a final spot when she takes on Buse Naz Çakıroğlu of Turkey in the semifinals. Another win by […]
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NorthPort awaits response from Dave Ildefonso on two-year rookie max deal offer
August 5, 2024
Negotiations remain at a standstill as Dave Ildefonso and NorthPort have yet to find a middle ground with PBA Season 49 fast approaching. According to head coach Bonnie Tan, the Batang Pier have already sent a two-year max deal to their fifth overall pick in the recent Draft, but the team continues to wait for […]
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UN Special Adviser urges States to hold perpetrators of genocide accountable
August 5, 2024
The UN Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide is urging States hosting fugitives to prosecute or extradite them for international crimes in a statement released on Monday, which highlighted the 1994 Rwandan genocide and the 1995 Srebrenica ...
Nine UNRWA staff to be fired for potential role in 7 October attacks on Israel
August 5, 2024
The UN said on Monday that nine staff working for its Palestine refugee agency UNRWA will be sacked because they may have been involved in the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attacks against Israel.
Israel: Amid reports of torture inside jails, rights experts call for end to impunity
August 5, 2024
Reports of alleged torture and sexual violence in Israel’s Sde Teiman prison represent “the tip of the iceberg”, UN independent human rights experts warned on Monday, calling for swift action to end impunity surrounding reports of violations against Pa...
Bangladesh: UN urges peaceful transition as PM resigns and flees the country
August 5, 2024
Top United Nations officials underscored the need for a peaceful and democratic transition in Bangladesh after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country on Monday in the face of massive anti-Government protests, which claimed the lives...
Middle East: UN rights chief warns against wider war, appeals for urgent de-escalation
August 5, 2024
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights called on Monday for an urgent de-escalation in the Middle East as tensions mount in the wake of recent deadly attacks linked to the war in Gaza, which is about to enter its 10th month.
Historic first medal for Refugee Olympic Team
August 5, 2024
Cindy Ngamba has made history by becoming the first ever refugee athlete guaranteed to receive an Olympic medal – the colour yet to be determined – following a dominant quarter-final boxing match at the Paris Games on Sunday.
Iran’s protest crackdown disproportionately targeting minorities: UN experts
August 5, 2024
Government-led crackdowns on protesters in Iran have had a disproportionate impact on the country’s ethnic and religious minorities since 2022, particularly in the Kurd and Baluch communities, according to a new advocacy paper released by the Human Rig...
Floor success clears path for Carlos Yulo’s golden vault routine
August 5, 2024
Heading into the vault final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on Sunday, Carlos Yulo felt remarkably relaxed. Despite struggling with sleeplessness before the event, his restlessness wasn’t due to nerves but rather excitement about concluding his campaign. “Ako din po, talagang unbelievable din po. Ang wish ko lang po (bago yung event) is maging […]
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Senate Medal of Excellence: Yulo may get medal for Olympic wins
August 5, 2024
MANILA, Philippines — The prestigious “Senate Medal of Excellence” may be given to Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo for his historic golden victories at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. This is because a resolution seeking to bestow upon Yulo the medal of e...
Noah Lyles wins Olympic 100m gold in closest finish in modern history
August 5, 2024
World champion Noah Lyles roared to victory in 9.79sec to claim gold in a dramatic men’s Olympic 100m final in Paris on Sunday. Lyles won in the closest Olympic 100m finish in modern history as just five-thousandths of a second separated him from...
Taal Volcano emits 3,300 MT sulfur dioxide in latest explosion
August 5, 2024
LUCENA CITY — Taal Volcano in Batangas province had one phreatic or steam-driven eruption on Sunday, Aug. 4, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The eruption lasted three minutes, Phivolcs said in its morning...
Three-year-old boy needs help
August 5, 2024
A three-year-old boy from Cebu City needs help to sustain his chemotherapy treatment. Neo Abrogueña was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) last January 2024. In September last year, he experienced an on-and-off fever, and his mother not...
Marcos bolsters ties with Germany amid proposed defense plan
August 5, 2024
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday reinforced the Philippines' ties with Germany following the announcement of a defense agreement between the European country and the Philippines.
Why individuality is important for women in relationships
August 5, 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Remember the article CDN Digital published on “Why men love interesting ladies over nice ones”? Consider this read as somewhat a continuation with a deeper dive focused on one topic about interesting ladies. In this read, women ...
Israel already in ‘multi-front war’ with Iran, says PM Netanyahu
August 5, 2024
TEL AVIV, Israel — Israel is already in a “multi-front war” with Iran and its proxies, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told a Cabinet meeting Sunday, as the United States and allies prepared to defend Israel from an expected counterstrike and...
Philippines, Germany to sign defense cooperation pact within the year
August 5, 2024
The Philippines and Germany on Sunday committed to signing a defense cooperation arrangement this year, vowing to uphold international rules-based order in the region as tensions flare over disputed areas of the West Philippine Sea (WPS). German Defenc...
‘Clout farm?’: The Bianca Tan post looks increasingly suspicious as you look closer at the details
August 5, 2024
Recently, an issue has been circulating on social media involving a Facebook post by a person named “Bianca Tan.” In her post, she expressed frustration and criticized a ride-hailing driver for not accepting debit card payments. In her post...
Philippines, Canada set to complete negotiations on Visiting Forces Agreement
August 5, 2024
The Canadian government remains confident to finish negotiations for a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the Philippines in the “coming months,” according to Canadian Ambassador to the Philippines David Hartman. According to earlier reports, Hartman...
Asian stocks tank after US data fans recession fears
August 5, 2024
Hong Kong, China — Tokyo led a plunge across Asian equities Monday, while the yen hit a six-month high after weak US jobs data fanned fears of a recession in the world’s top economy and boosted bets on several Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. ...
House begins committee hearings on proposed 2025 national budget
August 5, 2024
MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives has formally started deliberating the P6.3 trillion proposed national budget for 2025 at the committee level. Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez initially presided over the hearing. The House committee...
Mama ni Carlos Yulo nakatilaw sa netizens: Kapal ng mukha!
August 5, 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Olympic gold medalist nga si Carlos Yulo niingon nga di usa siya magpaapekto o motubag sa mga pangutana kabahin sa isyu niya ug sa iyahang inahan. Human masakmit ni Carlos ang iyahang unang gold medal sa Paris Olympics sa floor ...
Brawner joins bilateral meeting between Philippines and Germany
August 5, 2024
Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), attended a significant bilateral meeting between the Philippines and Germany held today in Makati City. The meeting was graced by the presence of German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and Secretary of National D...
Padilla seeks SC ruling on how to vote on Cha-cha
August 5, 2024
To resolve the issue of mode of amending the 1987 Constitution, Senator Robin Padilla on Monday petitioned the Supreme Court on this issue. As chairperson of the Senate committee on constitutional amendments and revision of codes, Padilla wants t...
NDRRMC reports 48 deaths attributed to recent weather disturbances
August 5, 2024
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Monday said the combined effects of the southwest monsoon (Habagat) and tropical cyclones ‘Butchoy’ and ‘Carina’ claimed 48 lives in total. In its latest situation update, the disa...
Mother Lily Monteverde honored by politicians, celebrities, filmmakers
August 5, 2024
The death of Lily Monteverde, fondly known as “Mother Lily” in entertainment circles, brought an outpouring of tributes from several figures from show business and politics who had the chance to cross paths with her at some point in their careers. Moth...
LIVE updates: Kanlaon Volcano restiveness
August 5, 2024
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology raised on June 3 the status of Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island to Alert Level 2 due to "increasing unrest."
Jia De Guzman, Gagate bag awards in Alas Pilipinas’ bronze win
August 5, 2024
MANILA, Philippines — Jia De Guzman and Thea Gagate emerged as individual awardees in the 2024 SEA VLeague to add to Alas Pilipinas’ podium finish in Leg 1 in Vinh Phuc, Vietnam. Moments after winning bronze, De Guzman was recognized as the Best Setter...
House of Representatives doubles incentive for Yulo to P6 million
August 5, 2024
The House of Representatives will grant Carlos Yulo P6 million in cash incentives after his double gold-medal finish at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
PHIVOLCS logs 3 quakes at Kanlaon Volcano
August 5, 2024
Three volcanic earthquakes have been recorded at Kanlaon Volcano since Sunday midnight, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) bulletin showed Monday.
Carlos Yulo shrugs off sleepless night to make history for PH
August 5, 2024
Carlos Yulo shrugged off a sleepless night to win gymnastics gold in the men’s vault at the Paris Olympics on Sunday, 24 hours after claiming the floor title for a piece of Philippines sporting history. “It’s crazy because last night ...
Yulo may get ‘Senate Medal of Excellence’ after golden Olympics wins
August 5, 2024
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo may just get the prestigious “Senate Medal of Excellence” for his historic golden victories at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. This is because Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino filed on Monday a...
LIVE UPDATES: Team Philippines at Paris Olympics 2024 August 5
August 5, 2024
Team Philippines at Paris Olympics 2024 Schedule August 5 Philippine Time 4:50 pm – Lauren Hoffman – athletics, women’s 400m hurdles repechage FULL PHILIPPINE TEAM SCHEDULE HERE. HISTORIC GOLD MOMENT 🙌 🇵🇭 LOOK: The International Gymnastics Federation shares photos of Carlos Yulo celebrating his second gold medal at the #Paris2024 | 📸: FIG Gymnastics via Arabela Cisneros, https://t.co/92tzXJz7A2 trainee pic.twitter.com/B2dHqWuPxk — INQUIRER Sports (@INQUIRERSports) August 5, 2024 FRIENDSHIP WINS 🇵🇭🇬🇧 LOOK: Filipino-British gymnast Jake Jarman proudly celebrates Carlos Yulo after he secured the Philippines' second gold medal at the #Paris2024. | 📷: Jarman/Instagram Story via Krissalyn Espiritu, https://t.co/92tzXJz7A2 trainee pic.twitter.com/C1wqnnzMLs […]...
Keep on reading: LIVE UPDATES: Team Philippines at Paris Olympics 2024 August 5
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Aerosmith retires from touring: Steven Tyler’s voice damaged
August 5, 2024
LOS ANGELES — Aerosmith says Steven Tyler’s voice has been permanently damaged by a vocal cord injury last year and the band will no longer tour. The iconic band behind hits like “Love in an Elevator” and “Livin’ on the Ed...
Cardi B asks court to award her primary custody of her children with Offset
August 5, 2024
NEW YORK — Cardi B is seeking primary custody of her children with rapper Offset, including a baby on the way, court records in the couple’s divorce show. The Grammy-winning hip-hop superstar is also seeking child support from Offset, known for his suc...