Taiwan says Chinese government sent seven aircrafts, five ships near island
November 12, 2023
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense said that People’s Liberation Army of China flew seven aircraft sorties and five ships near Taiwan.
DepEd to work with police to probe death of 2 Taguig students
November 12, 2023
The Department of Education has committed to coordinate with the Philippine National Police to investigate the death of two high school students in Taguig City on Friday.
No. 2 Georgia makes case for top spot in CFP rankings after demolishing No. 9 Ole Miss
November 12, 2023
In perhaps their toughest test and a prove-it matchup to the committee, No. 2 Georgia routed No. 9 Ole Miss and clinched a spot in the SEC title game against Alabama.
76ers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. hospitalized after being struck by vehicle
November 12, 2023
Philadelphia 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. is in stable condition after being struck by a vehicle in Center City, a team spokesperson confirmed to Fox News Digital.
Israel PM rules out role for current Palestinian Authority in post-war Gaza
November 12, 2023
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday ruled out a role for the current Palestinian Authority government in Gaza once the war between Israel and Hamas is over. “There will have to be something else there,” he said, when asked whether the Palestinian Authority (PA), which has partial administrative control in the occupied West Bank, […]
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Bato: DFA budget may also be recalled over issuance of PH passports to foreigners
November 12, 2023
The proposed P24-billion budget of the Department of Foreign Affairs, which earlier hurdled a Senate panel, may also be recalled due to the issuance of Philippine passports to foreign nationals who pretend to be Filipinos, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Ro...
In very rare move, Pope Francis dismisses conservative US bishop Strickland
November 12, 2023
Pope Francis has dismissed Bishop Joseph E. Strickland of Tyler, Texas, one of his fiercest critics among US Roman Catholic conservatives, a Vatican statement said on Saturday.
Nebraska teen accused of slitting her newborn baby’s throat, hiding body in dog food bag
November 12, 2023
A teenager in Nebraska has been charged with slitting her newborn baby's throat before stashing the body in an empty dog food bag.
Heavy fighting spurs ‘catastrophic’ scene at Gaza hospital
November 12, 2023
Palestinians seeking refuge at Gaza’s largest hospital and staff said they were trapped in increasingly horrific conditions Saturday, with two premature infants dying due to lack of electricity as heavy fighting raged nearby. The gun battles and intense bombardment around the Al-Shifa hospital came as Israel pressed deep into Gaza City in its offensive aimed […]
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Hezbollah says front with Israel will remain active
November 12, 2023
The head of Lebanon's powerful Hezbollah party said on Saturday that its armed wing had used new types of weapons and struck new targets in Israel, and pledged that the front against its sworn enemy would remain active.
Men charged in Missouri for trying to dig up grandmother’s grave: prosecuting attorney
November 12, 2023
Two men were charged with attempting to deface or destroy cemetery property by allegedly trying to illegally exhume a body in St. Louis County this past summer.
Megan Rapinoe leaves final game of career after non-contact injury less than 3 minutes into match
November 12, 2023
In the final game of her illustrious career, USA soccer legend Megan Rapinoe suffered a non-contact injury just three minutes in, ending her night early.
Virginia teen killed in apparent murder-suicide by ex-boyfriend just days before turning 18: report
November 12, 2023
A Virginia teenager was allegedly killed by her ex-boyfriend in a murder-suicide inside a car earlier this week, according to her family.
Paris protesters call for Gaza ceasefire
November 12, 2023
Several thousand people demonstrated in Paris on Saturday under the rallying cry “Stop the massacre in Gaza”. The left-wing organisers called for France to “demand an immediate ceasefire” between Israel and Hamas militants. “I came to support the Palestinian cause, for a ceasefire in Gaza,” said engineer Ahlem Triki, a Palestinian flag over her shoulders. […]
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WHO says it has lost communication with its contacts in Al Shifa hospital in Gaza
November 12, 2023
The World Health Organization said on Saturday it has lost communication with its contacts in Al Shifa hospital in northern Gaza, and expressed "grave concerns" for the safety of everyone trapped there by the fighting while calling for an immediate cea...
PCG reports biggest swarm of Chinese vessels near Ayungin Shoal
November 12, 2023
The Philippine Coast Guard on Saturday said it detected the largest number of Chinese ships to swarm the vicinity of Ayungin shoal — 38 in total — during its latest resupply mission to the BRP Sierra Madre.
’80s supermodel Carol Alt, 62, joins OnlyFans, promises ‘tastefully done’ nude photos
November 12, 2023
Carol Alt, an '80s supermodel, has joined OnlyFans at 62. Alt says she will be posting "tastefully done" nudes on the subscription-based platform.
Senior Ukrainian official coordinated Nord Stream pipeline attack: report
November 12, 2023
A senior Ukrainian military officer with intelligence ties coordinated the sabotage attack on the Nord Stream natural gas pipeline in September 2022, according to a Washington Post report.
Pope Francis removes conservative Texas bishop who was critical of him
November 12, 2023
Bishop Joseph Strickland, a vocal critic of Pope Francis, has been removed from the diocese of Tyler, Texas, after he refused to resign.
LIVE updates: Mayon Volcano restiveness
November 12, 2023
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology raised on June 8 the status of Mayon Volcano in Albay to Alert Level 3 after it showed an “increased tendency towards a hazardous eruption.”
Colorado drops fourth straight game in heartbreaking walk-off fashion
November 12, 2023
Colorado missed a late field goal before allowing one as time expired to No. 21 Arizona, and the Buffaloes dropped their fourth game in a row.
Israel offers to evacuate babies from main Gaza hospital amid fierce fighting
November 12, 2023
Israel's military said it was ready to evacuate babies from Gaza's largest hospital on Sunday, where Palestinian officials said two newborns died and dozens more were at risk after fuel ran out amid intense fighting in the area.
TNT survives RHJ ejection to beat Converge; Meralco edges Blackwater
November 12, 2023
By REYNALD MAGALLON TNT survived the ejection Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and held on to a nail-biting 101-98 overtime win over Converge to barge into the win column in the 2023 PBA Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Saturday, No...
Ex-North Carolina basketball star Caleb Love trolls crowd after Arizona’s upset win over Duke
November 12, 2023
Caleb Love enjoyed a couple of wins over the Blue Devils during his time playing for the UNC Tar Heels. This week, he returned to Duke's campus and waved goodbye to the Cameron crowd.
Mugshots of the week: Nov. 5-11, 2023
November 12, 2023
These mugshots were taken for arrests made throughout the U.S. the week of Nov. 5-11, 2023.
Zubiri, Angara cite OP for comprehensive CIF report
November 12, 2023
Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri and Senate finance committee chair Sonny Angara both defended the Office of the President (OP)’s P10.7-billion budget next year following the OP’s comprehensive report on its use of confidential and intelligence fund...
No. 5 Washington remains undefeated after win vs. No. 18 Utah
November 12, 2023
The fifth-seeded Washington Huskies kept their College Football Playoff hopes alive with a victory over No. 18 Utah, moving to 10-0 on the season.
Marcos attends Partido Federal oathtaking
November 12, 2023
Thirty-two political personalities, including Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr., have joined the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas , the party that carried President Marcos in the race for the presidency last year.
Pat Sajak warns ‘Wheel of Fortune’ contestant ‘this is my show’ in ‘stern’ off-screen moment
November 12, 2023
A "Wheel of Fortune" contestant claimed that host Pat Sajak reminded him "this is my show" during a recent episode of the popular game show.
Gaza border authority: Rafah land crossing to reopen Sunday
November 12, 2023
Gaza's border authority announced on Saturday that the Rafah land crossing into Egypt would reopen on Sunday for foreign passport holders and dependents.
‘No right to stay in Philippines waters’
November 12, 2023
Calling China a bully, senators reminded yesterday the Chinese coast guard that it does not have the right to trespass into, much less remain, in Philippine waters.
Virginia running back undergoes spinal surgery after leaving game on stretcher
November 12, 2023
University of Virginia running back Perris Jones underwent successful spinal surgery and was able to "briefly walk" following a scary injury Thursday.
Maharlika IRR lets Marcos Jr. accept, reject board nominees
November 12, 2023
The government yesterday released the implementing rules and regulations of the Maharlika Investment Fund law, which include a provision allowing President Marcos to reject the recommendation of the Maharlika Investment Corp. advisory board on vacant ...
Comedian Chris Rock hilariously attempts to recruit USC star Caleb Williams to the Jets
November 12, 2023
Actor and comedian Chris Rock has shown his support for his beloved Jets over the years. So, he jumped at the opportunity to convince Caleb Williams to come to New York.
China Coast Guard seen firing water cannon at PH resupply ship in Nov. 10 video
November 12, 2023
A Philippine Coast Guard video showed how a China Coast Guard vessel deployed a water cannon against a Philippine resupply ship on Friday in the West Philippine Sea.
South Dakota high school removes unloaded guns from Veterans Day National Guard recruitment booth
November 12, 2023
A South Dakota high school removed unloaded guns from a National Guard recruitment stand saying that it had, "potential to cause a panic."
Professional soccer player, 28, dies after collapsing on field
November 12, 2023
Raphael Dwamena, a former member of the Ghana national soccer team, died Saturday after he collapsed on the field during a game. He was 28.
Taylor Swift’s postponed Argentina show prompts airline to waive flight-change fees
November 12, 2023
LATAM Airlines waived ticket change fees after Taylor Swift postponed a show in Buenos Aires due to rain.