More than 20 Filipinos with alleged ties to criminal activities have been deported from the United States, Philippine Ambassador to the U.S. Jose Manuel Romualdez confirmed on Sunday. The ambassador stated that while the deported individuals were involved in criminal activities, the offenses were not considered major. He clarified that about 24 Filipinos had already…
Some 200 Palestinian prisoners were released from Israeli prisons on Saturday, as part of the second batch of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, which began on January 19. According to the Palestinian Commission for Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners Affairs, the release took place from the Negev desert prison and 70…
The Supreme Court has ruled that recruiting children for sexual exploitation, with or without coercion or force, constitutes human trafficking. In a decision issued on December 4, 2023, the 2nd Division upheld the conviction of Jhona Villaria and Lourdes Maghirang for qualified human trafficking. The Philippine National Police (PNP) received reports in 2016 about Villaria…
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is eyeing a resolution that would obligate candidates to attend debates, which would help voters make informed choices for the upcoming 2025 elections. In previous elections, candidates—particularly those leading in pre-election surveys—have occasionally skipped televised debates to avoid jeopardizing their chances of victory. “Kinakailangang susunod sila sa patakaran ng Comelec…
American tennis star Madison Keys won the first Grand Slam title of her career, defeating two-time defending winner Aryna Sabalenka in the final of the 2025 Australian Open. The 29-year-old Keys, seeded 19th, triumphed 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 in a thrilling two-hour, two-minute match at Rod Laver Arena on Saturday. With this victory, Keys became the…
Easterlies and northeast monsoon or “amihan” will bring cloudy skies with rains across the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Sunday. In its 4:00 a.m. bulletin, the state weather bureau said Caraga, Davao Region, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi will have cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to…
The Philippines is more assertive in its position in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., a coast guard official said. “Well, I think right now, we are more assertive if that will be the much more appropriate diplomatic term. We are more assertive in our position in…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. joined the Muslim Filipino community on Sunday in observing Al Isra Wal Mi’raj, hoping it would inspire the Muslim faithful toward building a peaceful and progressive nation for all. “As you venerate this historic miracle through supplication and prayer, may its essence inspire among the Muslim faithful the value of…
A UN official warned against the “deteriorating” situation in the occupied West Bank, and called on Israel to protect Palestinians. During a press briefing on Friday, UN deputy spokesman Farhan Haq told reporters that the ongoing operation by Israeli forces in Jenin and Jenin Refugee Camp, now in its fourth day, has expanded to nearby…
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is considering not joining the planned merger between Nissan Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co. and instead focusing on strengthening cooperation with the two larger firms, according to a source close to the matter. The development reflects Mitsubishi Motors’ fears of losing management control if it joins the Nissan-Honda merger under a…