Authorities verifying report of Filipino killed in Israel-Hamas conflict
October 10, 2023
Philippine Ambassador to Israel Junie Laylo said that a Filipino community leader reported that a caregiver was killed.
5 PENTAGON members leave Cube Entertainment
October 10, 2023
Five members of the K-pop boy group PENTAGON have decided to not renew their contracts with Cube Entertainment.
Camille Prats, Iya Villania are two hot mommas dancing to Rihanna’s ‘What’s My Name?’
October 10, 2023
Camille Prats and Iya Villania may be mothers with full-on responsibilities, but they're still as "bagets" as they can be!
Doug Kramer tells Chesca Garcia on 20th year of togetherness: ‘You’re still my crush baby!’
October 10, 2023
Doug Kramer and Chesca Garcia are celebrating 20 years of togetherness, and on Instagram Tuesday, the former basketball player celebrated their milestone year.
LIST: Flights canceled on October 10
October 10, 2023
The Manila International Airport Authority on Tuesday announced that some flights to and from El Nido have been canceled due to bad weather.
LIVE updates: Mayon Volcano restiveness
October 10, 2023
Here are the latest updates on the volcano's activity and related events
Dianne Medina greets her ‘crush since 2006,’ husband Rodjun Cruz, on his birthday
October 10, 2023
Dianne Medina took to Instagram to honor her husband Rodjun Cruz on his birthday.
LJ Reyes on New York wedding with Philip Evangelista: ‘Savoring this moment’
October 10, 2023
LJ Reyes is still on a high after marrying her happily ever after, Philip Evangelista, over the weekend.
Country Garden says it may not be able to repay debt, warns of uncertainty around liquidity position
October 10, 2023
Chinese property giant Country Garden has not been able to meet its debt obligations and warned of uncertainty around its liquidity position.
Cocoa farmers face mounting challenges as El Nino rages on
October 10, 2023
El Nino is here to stay — and that's bad news for cocoa crops which are highly sensitive to weather changes.
CHR probes alleged abduction of IP rights advocates
October 10, 2023
In a statement, the CHR said its office in MIMAROPA has deployed a team to conduct an investigation into the reported abduction of Alia Encela (19), Job Abednego David (29), and Jimby del Monte (29).
Tesla’s China EV sales fall 11%
October 10, 2023
EV maker Tesla saw a decrease in its China-made EV sales year over year for the month of September.
‘They just come, take a nice selfie … and leave.’ Overtourism returns, but cities are fighting back
October 10, 2023
Cities and tourist sites are trying different tactics to combat overtourism. Two researchers discuss what's working and the need for "regenerative travel."
Consumers starting to buckle for first time in a decade, former Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon warns
October 10, 2023
As the nation's biggest retailers kick off key sales week, former Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon warns consumers are at a tipping point.
No, You Aren’t Getting a Bonus. Your Company Is Just Testing You.
October 10, 2023
Companies are getting creative with phishing tests. Employees are getting annoyed.
What Thailand’s new coalition government means for the cannabis market
October 10, 2023
Thailand is the first country in Asia to decriminalize marijuana, allowing it to be grown and consumed freely but turning the weed market into a free-for-all.
Russian module on International Space Station suffers coolant leak
October 10, 2023
Russia's space agency said on Monday that its multipurpose Nauka module attached to the International Space Station suffered a leak of a backup cooling system used to regulate onboard temperatures for astronauts.
Dow closes nearly 200 points higher, as investors shake off rising oil prices from Israel-Hamas war: Live updates
October 10, 2023
Stocks staged a comeback Monday as investors shook off pressures driven by the deadly Israel-Hamas conflict.
LPA’s trough, localized thunderstorms to bring rains over parts of the country
October 10, 2023
The trough of a Low Pressure Area (LPA) and localized thunderstorms will bring scattered rain showers over parts of the country on Tuesday, PAGASA reported.
Saudi oil giant Aramco announces pilot project to suck CO2 out of the air, but some scientists are skeptical
October 10, 2023
Experts say that direct air-capture technology is too expensive and cannot be adequately scaled to remove the necessary amount of carbon from the atmosphere.
Cruise prices are way up as operators meet surging travel demand
October 10, 2023
Ticket prices for cruises are surging as operators say they're meeting higher demand for post-pandemic vacations.
Most Pinoys see dangers of climate change
October 10, 2023
Around seven in every 10 Filipinos believe that climate change is dangerous for the environment, the Philippines and their respective families, according to a recent survey by Pulse Asia.
Google Cap lets you type with your head
October 9, 2023
When Google comes to mind, you might think of its world-famous search engine or its emerging artificial intelligence projects. Yet, those pale compared to its latest joke invention, the Gboard CAPS project, a hat that lets you type letters by tapping y...
How to boost productivity with Monk Mode
October 9, 2023
Monk Mode is the latest productivity trend popular among Generation Z, which includes people born from 1997 to 2012. Ironically, it is based on centuries-old monk traditions like those from Tibet, Thailand, and Laos. Nevertheless, modern people praise ...
Nvidia cancels AI Summit in Tel Aviv following Hamas attack on Israel
October 9, 2023
Nvidia canceled its AI conference in Tel Aviv next week due to safety concerns as the death toll rises in Israel and the Gaza Strip.
Gov’t told to partner with private sector for stronger cybersecurity
October 9, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- The government should partner with the private sector for a robust and pro-active cybersecurity posture to avoid similar ransomware attack that hacked the system of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth).
The ...
Summit eyed anew as SBP readies for key tournaments
October 9, 2023
MANILA, Philippines--The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) on Monday called for another sit-down among the sport's stakeholders as it gears for a bevy of international tournaments, including the country's one last chance to qualify for the Pa...
Big Tech Struggles to Turn AI Hype Into Profits
October 9, 2023
Microsoft, Google, Adobe and other companies are experimenting with an array of tactics to make, market and charge for AI.
Trough of LPA to bring rains in Bicol, parts of Visayas, Mindanao
October 9, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- The trough of a low pressure area off Eastern Visayas will bring overcast skies with rains in parts of Bicol, Visayas and Mindanao on Tuesday, the state weather bureau said.
The LPA was last spotted 1,305 kilometers east ...
Fire destroys school building in Samar
October 9, 2023
TACLOBAN CITY -- A three-classroom building was burned down in a fire in Lavezares town, Northern Samar on Sunday, Oct. 8.
The fire incident at the Lavezares Central Elementary School, located in Barangay Caragas, started at about 8:20 a..m. and...
Janna Dominguez grieves loss of stepdaughter just hours after giving birth to son
October 9, 2023
After she revealed the arrival of her first son, "Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy ang Kuwento" actress Janna Dominguez announced the death of her partner Mickey Ablan's eldest child, Yzabel Ablan, who died on Oct. 7 at the age of 20.
Yzabel is Mickey's d...
PBA: Cariaso fined undisclosed amount for preseason incident
October 9, 2023
MANILA, Philippines--Blackwater coach Jeffrey Cariaso was fined an undisclosed amount by the Philippine Basketball Association for his actions during last week's tune-up game against Converge.
PBA commissioner Willie Marcial said Cariaso apologi...
SC upholds conviction of former Bohol town mayor
October 9, 2023
TAGBILARAN CITY --- The Supreme Court (SC) has upheld the conviction of former Corella town mayor in Bohol and now incumbent councilor Vito Beltran Rapal over his unliquidated cash advances and for pocketing money intended for tarsier preservation....
PNP eyes release of autopsy report on student who was slapped in school
October 9, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- The Philippine National Police (PNP) said it is targeting to release this week the medico-legal examination results on a Grade 5 student who died days after his teacher slapped him in school in Antipolo.
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UN rights expert urges key reforms in Cambodia
October 9, 2023
A UN independent human rights expert on Monday called for urgent structural reforms in Cambodia following the “restricted” general elections earlier this year.
Middle East crisis: Guterres appeals for end to ‘vicious cycle of bloodshed, hatred and polarization’
October 9, 2023
The UN Secretary-General on Monday said that he recognized the legitimate grievances of the Palestinian people and the legitimate security concerns of Israel, but underlined his rejection of terrorist acts and upheld the need to protect civilians.
World News in Brief: Displacement in Gaza and Israel, Afghan earthquake response
October 9, 2023
The escalating conflict between Israeli forces and Palestinian armed groups has displaced hundreds of thousands of people, the UN reported on Monday.
Ukraine: Civilians endure ‘unbearable’ toll amid ‘unrelenting’ attacks
October 9, 2023
Senior UN officials on Monday strongly condemned recent Russian attacks on Ukrainian towns and civilian infrastructure, emphasizing the need for accountability for those harming civilians during hostilities.