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Over 220 individuals and 25 organisations across the world faced threats and retaliation for cooperating with the UN on human rights, according to a UN report on reprisals issued Thursday.

UN rights experts slam ‘systemic racism’ in US police and courts

September 28, 2023

Police and criminal justice systems in the United States require urgent reform to eradicate “systemic racism” against people of African descent, UN-appointed independent rights experts said on Thursday.

DR Congo: UN mission still disinformation target, as withdrawal speculation grows

September 28, 2023

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) remains mired in insecurity, characterized by volatility and tensions that show no signs of abating, the head of the UN’s peacekeeping mission (MONUSCO) there, said on Thursday.

Stopping war, stepping up climate action: Francis wraps up UNGA78

September 28, 2023

Ending the war in Ukraine, promoting climate action and ramping up efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) topped the agenda of the High Level Week of the UN General Assembly, the man at the helm of the global platform for dialogue ...

Explainer: Why Haiti is calling for a new international mission

September 28, 2023

The establishment of a multinational security support mission for Haiti is being discussed this week by the UN Security Council as the Caribbean nation continues to face a crisis of violence and insecurity caused by entrenched criminal gang activity

Libya floods: ‘Tragedy is not over’ warns UNICEF

September 28, 2023

More than 16,000 children are displaced in eastern Libya following Africa’s deadliest storm in recorded history the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned on Thursday, highlighting the urgent need for psychosocial care.

Rights chief calls for international help to provide ‘way out of chaos’ in Haiti

September 28, 2023

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, on Thursday called for a multinational security support mission to assist the Haitian National Police (HNP) and combat the alarming escalation of violence and insecurity there.

World News in Brief: Karabakh exodus continues, indigenous rights, UN steps up bid to curb food waste

September 28, 2023

More than 50,000 refugees have arrived in Armenia from the Karabakh region of Azerbaijan and their number is increasing “by the hour”, UN refugee chief Filippo Grandi said on Thursday.

Secrecy of Google Antitrust Trial Leads to Blame Game

September 28, 2023

The judge and government lawyers are defending themselves against criticism for letting tech executives testify behind closed doors.

Trough of LPA, Habagat affect parts of PH

September 28, 2023

GMA News Online / SciTech

The trough of a low pressure area and the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) will bring cloudy skies and rains across the country, according to the state weather bureau PAGASA on Thursday afternoon.

Sharon Cuneta drops new song written by daughter Frankie Pangilinan, featuring KINDRED

September 28, 2023

Sharon Cuneta, her daughter Frankie Pangilinan, and OPM boyband KINDRED have joined forces.

X CEO Linda Yaccarino Says Platform Should Turn Profit in 2024

September 28, 2023

The former ad executive emphasized X’s transformation from its previous incarnation as Twitter, focusing on broader vision over specific user metrics.

PHIVOLCS logs 34 quakes at Mayon Volcano

September 28, 2023

GMA News Online / SciTech

Thirty-four volcanic earthquakes, including one tremor event with a one-minute duration, were recorded in the Mayon Volcano over the past 24 hours, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said Thursday.

iPhone 15 Pro Owners Complain About Overheating Problems

September 28, 2023

The issue threatens Apple’s premium phones, a cash cow essential to its growth and profits.

Meta Unveils New Mixed Reality Headset in Push for Traction on Metaverse

September 28, 2023

Facebook parent Meta Platforms on Wednesday announced the release date of its coming Quest 3 mixed reality headset and new Ray-Ban smart glasses.

This free event will transport you to Mindanao”s captivating beauty and culture

September 28, 2023

Mindanao State University (MSU) is set to hold the Rawaten 2023 Cultural Extravaganza event at the Metropolitan Theater -- for free!

China on PH’s removal of floating barrier: ‘Nothing more than self-amusement’

September 28, 2023

China brushed off the move by the Philippines to remove the floating barrier in Scarborough Shoal installed by the China Coast Guard.

Meta putting AI in smart glasses, assistants and more

September 28, 2023

AFP

Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday said the tech giant is putting artificial intelligence into digital assistants and smart glasses as it seeks to gain lost ground in the AI race. Zuckerberg made his announcements at the Connect developers conference at Meta’s headquarters in Silicon Valley, the company’s main annual product event. “Advances in AI […]
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Ice cream made from plastic? Someone in London developed that

September 28, 2023

This vanilla ice cream developed in London has an interesting twist and story behind it. It's made with plastic.

Netflix announces ‘Alice in Borderland’ Season 3

September 28, 2023

"Alice in Borderland" is getting a third season on Netflix!

Iza Calzado celebrates daughter Deia Amihan’s 8th month with cake

September 28, 2023

Iza Calzado"s baby girl Deia Amihan is now eight months old!

Mavs” Luka Doncic says thigh injury ‘better” as NBA season approaches

September 28, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic said Wednesday he's still seeking a precise diagnosis for the thigh injury that has troubled him since March.

Jamie Miller reacts to Ysabel Ortega, SB19’s Stell singing his song ‘Here’s Your Perfect’

September 28, 2023

GMA News Online / Showbiz

Jamie Miller couldn't hide his awe when he listened to Ysabel Ortega and SB19's Stell cover his hit song "Here's Your Perfect."

Warriors signing veteran Rudy Gay, agent says

September 28, 2023

GMA News Online / Sports

The Golden State Warriors agreed to a one-year deal with veteran forward Rudy Gay, according to his agent.

Need to review, change permitting process for reclamation highlighted in Senate hearing

September 28, 2023

Gaea Katreena Cabico

The Senate is looking into the impacts of reclamation activities on coastal and marine ecosystems and communities, and the permitting process for these projects after President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. ordered the suspension of 22 reclamation pr...

NKorea makes nuclear weapons status part of constitution

September 28, 2023

AFP

North Korea’s rubber-stamp legislature has enshrined the country’s status as a nuclear weapons power in the constitution, state media reported Thursday. “The DPRK’s nuclear force-building policy has been made permanent as the basic law of the state, which no one is allowed to flout with anything,” leader Kim Jong Un said at a meeting of […]
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World Winner dog Dalbong awarded with Eastwood Paw of Fame

September 27, 2023

The country’s longest-running pet blessing event in Eastwood City will be having a special guest this year as Dalbong, the World Dog Show 2023 winner, will be joining the festivities.
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Over P76M worth of ‘cocaine’ seized at NAIA; 2 suspects arrested

September 27, 2023

Two Singaporean nationals were arrested after authorities seized over P76 million worth of suspected cocaine in an interdiction operation at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 in Pasay City on Thursday.

Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque go on vacation in Europe

September 27, 2023

Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque are out on vacation!

Choi Woo Shik to hold fan meeting in Manila

September 27, 2023

Choi Woo Shik is coming to the Philippines for a fan meeting!

Golden Arrow Recognition Ceremony sets ICD on course for advancing Corporate Governance in PHL

September 27, 2023

Less than a year before it turns 25, the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) is very much on pace with its 2024 vision of being widely recognized as the key catalyst in effecting positive change in the Philippine corporate governance ecosystem towar...

ICD sustains drive to build better corporate boards

September 27, 2023

Driven by a resolute vision to be at the forefront in the ASEAN region by being the catalyst in the Philippine corporate governance ecosystem towards an inclusive and sustainable development, the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) is leaving no sto...

Bong Go calls for increased health budget as country navigates toward pandemic recovery

September 27, 2023

BusinessMirror

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health, emphasized in an interview on Tuesday, September 26, the urgent need to bolster the Department of Health’s (DOH) budget as the country navigates towards pan...

AgriNurture, Inc. issues Notice of Annual Meeting of Stockholders

September 27, 2023

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Brain implants could restore paralyzed patients’ arm movements

September 27, 2023

GMA News Online / SciTech

A paralyzed Swiss man has become the first person to test a new technology that reads his thoughts using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and then transmits signals through his own nervous system to his arms, hands and fingers in order to restore movement.

The Best Way to Sharpen Knives—for Novices, Know-It-Alls and Everyone in Between

September 27, 2023

No matter your experience level in the kitchen, it’s important to keep your knives sharp. Here, four methods you can use, including the one most commonly employed in high-end restaurant kitchens.

North Korea parliament amends constitution to enshrine nuclear policy — KCNA

September 27, 2023

North Korea's rubber-stamp parliament has adopted an amendment to the constitution to formulate the country's policy on nuclear force, state media KCNA reported on Thursday.

More than 35,000 victims of sexual violence in Colombia’s conflict — tribunal

September 27, 2023