Oscar-winning Italian actress Sophia Loren hospitalized after fall
September 25, 2023
Oscar-winning Italian film star Sophia Loren has had surgery after a fall in her home in Geneva, her spokesperson said on Monday.
Only way to end nuclear risk ‘is to eliminate nuclear weapons’: Guterres
September 25, 2023
When “geopolitical mistrust and competition” has pushed the nuclear risk to Cold War levels, total elimination of such weapons is the only route to a peaceful future, the UN chief has said.
Venezuela continues crackdown on dissenters, UN rights experts warn
September 25, 2023
Attacks on civic and democratic space in Venezuela are increasing through policies aimed at silencing opposition and criticism of the Government, the head of a UN-appointed human rights body said on Monday.
Palestine: Rights experts call for stronger torture prevention measures
September 25, 2023
Palestinian authorities must strengthen fundamental legal safeguards against torture and ill-treatment, especially from the first moments of detention, a group of UN human rights experts said on Monday.
World News in Brief: Ukraine nuclear plant update, Sudan health crisis, reproductive rights
September 25, 2023
“We are not going anywhere” is the message coming from UN nuclear safety watchdog IAEA chief Rafael Grossi, about the agency’s commitment to continued monitoring of Ukraine’s nuclear power plants during Russia’s ongoing invasion.
Ukraine: Rape and torture by Russian forces continuing, rights experts report
September 25, 2023
Russian forces in Ukraine faced new allegations of war crimes on Monday as UN-appointed independent rights experts published the findings of their latest report into Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbour.
Wushu artist Jones Inso delivers Philppines’ second bronze medal in Asian Games
September 25, 2023
Filipino wushu artist Jones Inso delivered the country's second bronze medal after finishing third in the men's taijiquan and taijijian all-round in the 19th Asian Games on Monday in Hangzhou, China.
Rocco Nacino opens ‘Fast Talk With Boy Abunda’ as Tito Boy rides motorcycle taxi to make it to show
September 25, 2023
No one can escape Metro Manila traffic, not even Boy Abunda.
Gilas Women 3×3 team withdraws from Asian Games 2023
September 25, 2023
The Gilas Pilipinas Women 3x3 squad has decided to withdraw from the 19th Asian Games as its appeal for inclusion of two replacement players was denied by the organizers.
Juancho Triviño reveals he sometimes gets mistaken for Padre Damaso
September 25, 2023
Juancho Triviño revealed that he occasionally gets mistaken for Padre Damaso instead of Padre Salvi, his character in "Maria Clara at Ibarra."
Young Filipinas clinch historic Asian Cup berth
September 25, 2023
Chalk up one more achievement for women’s football in the Philippines for 2023. Already in the midst of a historic year, the Filipinas Under-17 squad produced another milestone by qualifying for the AFC Under-17 Women’s Asian Cup for the first time in ...
Ruru Madrid meets his idol Robin Padilla
September 25, 2023
Ruru Madrid just met his idol, Senator Robin Padilla!
NCAA: Charles Tiu calls his Benilde team ‘overrated’ after opening day loss to LPU
September 25, 2023
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde head coach Charles Tiu didn't hide his disappointment after the Blazers blew an early lead against Lyceum of the Philippines University en route to an 85-81 loss on Sunday.
Marcial appears to be peaking at the right time
September 25, 2023
By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China – Tokyo Games bronze medalist Eumir Marcial knows the perils of fighting in a heavier weight division for the first time. That’s why one can’t blame him when he just played hard enough in the men’s 80-kil...
Amazon to Invest Up to $4 Billion in Anthropic as AI Arms Race Escalates
September 25, 2023
The deal, which includes a broad partnership, follows Microsoft’s multibillion-dollar stake in rival startup OpenAI.
Youth-laden Gilas 3×3 routs Jordan to open Asian Games campaign
September 25, 2023
Bannered by youthful cagers, Gilas Pilipinas 3x3 kicked off its 19th Asian Games campaign on a winning note as the Filipinos routed Jordan, 13-8, on Monday in Hangzhou, China.
Woody Allen talks about his ‘Coup de Chance’ film
September 25, 2023
Woody Allen's latest film, "Coup de Chance" ("Stroke of Luck"), premiered at the 80th Venice Film Festival.
Alex Eala opens maiden Asian Games campaign with shutout of Pakistani foe
September 25, 2023
Filipino tennis star Alex Eala kicked off her first-ever Asiad campaign with a dominant 6-0, 6-0 victory against Sarah Ibrahim Khan of Pakistan in Round 2 of the 19th Asian Games women's singles on Monday in Hangzhou, China.
As Its U.S. Shop Opens, TikTok’sChinese Merchants Struggle to Sell Mops, Soap Dispensers
September 25, 2023
Picking the right product, avoiding cultural faux pas and navigating social media are all part of challenges even experienced exporters face.
KC Concepcion’s ‘Asian Persuasion’ wins Audience Choice Award at Soho Int’l Film Fest
September 25, 2023
KC Concepcion is super proud that her first international film, "Asian Persuasion" nabbed the Audience Choice Award at the Soho International Film Festival.
Gilas Boys finish 4th in FIBA Asia U16; Kiefer Alas named to All-Star Five
September 25, 2023
Gilas Pilipinas Boys finished in fourth place in the FIBA U16 Asian Championship after an 87-59 defeat to China in the third place game held Sunday evening in Doha, Qatar.
Taylor Swift cheers Chiefs, stoking Travis Kelce romance rumors
September 25, 2023
Taylor Swift added fuel to rumors around her possible relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce when she was seen watching him in action alongside the Super Bowl winner's mother on Sunday.
Southwest Monsoon, LPA trough to bring rain showers over parts of PH
September 24, 2023
The Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) and the trough or extension of a low pressure area continue to affect the country on Monday and will bring rain showers over several areas, PAGASA said in its forecast.
R&B star Usher to headline Super Bowl 2024 halftime show
September 24, 2023
Grammy-winning artist Usher will headline the halftime show at the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas, Nevada, the National Football League (NFL), Apple Music and label Roc Nation announced on Sunday.
NASA”s first asteroid sample parachutes into Utah desert
September 24, 2023
A NASA space capsule carrying the largest soil sample ever scooped up from the surface of an asteroid streaked through Earth's atmosphere on Sunday and parachuted into the Utah desert, delivering the celestial specimen to scientists.
NCAA Season 99 Box Scores: LPU Pirates vs Benilde Blazers, September 24, 2023
September 24, 2023
NCAA Season 99. LPU Pirates vs Benilde Blazers, September 24, 2023.
Eumir Marcial, Mark Fajardo dominate foes in Round of 32 of Asian Games
September 24, 2023
Filipino boxers Eumir Marcial and Mark Fajardo flexed their might on the continental stage, emerging victorious in the round of 32 of the 19th Asian Games on Sunday in Hangzhou, China.
LPU coach says no room for complacency despite opening day win vs Benilde
September 24, 2023
Lyceum of the Philippines University head coach Gilbert Malabanan said that there is no room for complacency even after pulling off an NCAA Season 99 opening day upset of last season's finalist De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde on Sunday.
Patrick King Perez claims first medal for Philippines in Hangzhou Asian Games
September 24, 2023
The Philippines claimed its first medal in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China on Sunday.
Bravo shines as LPU completes come-from-behind win vs. Benilde
September 24, 2023
JM Bravo shone as Lyceum of the Philippines University completed a come-from-behind win against De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, 85-81, on Sunday.
Meta to Push for Younger Users With New AI Chatbot Characters
September 24, 2023
Facebook’s parent is developing bots with personalities, including a “sassmaster general” robot that answers questions.
Deo Cuajao steps up in Letran debut as Reyson struggles: ‘Naging ready lang ako’
September 24, 2023
Deo Cuajao made his NCAA debut in style as the rookie transferee made crucial plays for three-time defending champion Colegio de San Juan de Letran on Sunday.
‘It’s crunch time’ to reach the SDGs, Mohammed tells Global Citizen Festival
September 24, 2023
Despite pouring rain, around 60,000 advocates, artists, influencers and concerned citizens were in New York’s iconic Central Park on Saturday night, where they heard the deputy UN chief issue a clarion call to mobilize for change.
Louie Gonzalez on JRU rookie Shawn Argente: ‘Iba talaga ‘yung puso nung bata’
September 24, 2023
Jose Rizal University head coach Louie Gonzalez was hardly surprised by how rookie Shawn Argente performed in his first game on the NCAA stage.
DICT warns government agencies against Medusa ransomware
September 24, 2023
The Department of Information and Communications Technology advised government agencies to review policies regarding employees bringing their own devices and the access management policies on work-from-home arrangements due to the Medusa ransomware.
NASA readies for dramatic return of asteroid sample to Earth
September 24, 2023
The climactic end of a seven-year voyage comes Sunday when a NASA capsule is due to land in the Utah desert, carrying to Earth the largest asteroid samples ever collected. Scientists have high hopes for the sample, saying it will provide a better understanding of the formation of our solar system and how Earth became […]
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Biden blames ‘extreme Republicans’ for threatening US government shutdown Washington, United States
September 24, 2023
President Joe Biden on Saturday blamed “a small group of extreme Republicans” for a budget impasse that has placed the US government a week away from a shutdown, urging the lawmakers to solve the issue. Speaking at a Congressional Black Caucus awards dinner, Biden said he and top House Republican Kevin McCarthy had previously agreed […]
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Gilas Boys succumb to Australia in semis, to battle China for bronze
September 24, 2023
Gilas Pilipinas Boys suffered a beatdown against Australia, 92-36, in the FIBA U16 Asian Championship semifinals on Saturday in Doha, Qatar.