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Pair jailed over violent bus stop robbery attempts

One teenage victim had to go to hospital with head and face injuries after being targeted.

Vatican releases new norms on alleged supernatural phenomena

VATICAN— A new document from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith published on Friday, May 17, has updated the norms for discerning alleged supernatural phenomena. The norms come into force on Sunday, May 19, the feast of Pentecost. The document is preceded by a detailed presentation by Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, Prefect of the […]

Sandro Marcos okay to talk with Baste Duterte if the mayor wants to call up

Presidential son and Ilocos Norte 1st District Rep. Ferdinand Alexander Marcos will keep an open line for Davao City Mayor Sebastian \"Baste\" Duterte if the latter wants to discuss anything amid the growing rift between their families.

China issues radio challenge vs chopper en route to Pagasa | INQToday

WATCH: Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri says the helicopter boarded by senators on its way to Pagasa Island received a radio challenge from China.

Spain recalls ambassador as spat with Argentina’s Milei extends

Spain has demanded a public apology from Milei after he used a speech in Madrid to accuse the PM’s wife of corruption.

Slovakian prime minister had predicted an assassination attempt

A chilling video has emerged of Robert Fico making the prophecy of his own assassination attempt last month.

Kremlin says military will hold nuclear exercises in appropriate timeframe

MOSCOW (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Monday that exercises involving non-strategic nuclear weapons that President Vladimir Putin has ordered would be held "in the relevant timeframes" and that this was a matter for the defence ministry. Putin earlier this month ordered his military to practise the deployment of tactical nuclear weapons after what Moscow said were threats from France, Britain

Chinese ships block convoy\'s mother boat from reaching Scarborough | INQToday

WATCH: The mother boat of a civilian convoy aiming to bring supplies to Filipino fishermen could not reach Scarborough Shoal due to being shadowed by China Coast Guard vessels.

Marcos: Nothing done in previous admins on Yolanda rehab

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. on Monday said nothing was done in the previous administrations when it comes to the rehabilitation measures for the victims of Super Typhoon Yolanda. Marcos said rehabilitations started just two years ago, noting that nothing was done by the previous Duterte and Aquino administrations. "Even up to now, it's up to the governors also… and even some of the officials hindi talaga pa tayo mag fully...

Nine Egyptians to go on trial in Greece over deadly Pylos shipwreck

In mid-June 2023, more than 500 people died after the fishing boat they boarded capsized.

Duterte must be summoned to 'gentlemen’s agreement' probe, Castro insists

Makabayan bloc member ACT Teachers Party-list. France Castro has reiterated the need to summon former president Rodrigo Duterte in the House inquiry on the alleged 'gentleman's agreement' between the latter and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the West Philippine Sea (WPS).READ MORE: https://mb.com.ph/2024/5/20/duterte-must-be-summoned-to-gentlemen-s-agreement-probe-castro-insistsSubscribe to the Manila Bulletin Online channel! - https://www.youtube.com/TheManilaBulletinVisit our website at http://mb.com.phFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/manilabulletinTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/manila_bulletinInstagram: https://instagram.com/manilabulletinTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manilabulletin#ManilaBulletinOnline#ManilaBulletin#LatestNews

Gov’t agencies discuss anti-flood measures

MANILA, Philippines — A party list lawmaker on Sunday called on the public to practice the basics of proper waste disposal in preventing floods, which are expected to be brought by the La Niña phenomenon. In a statement 1-Rider party list Rep. Roman Rodrigo Gutierrez highlighted the importance of proper garbage disposal, stressing it was among key solutions to prevent and mitigate flooding in most parts of the country. READ: Romualdez will meet...

PH calls on other countries to ignore China's threat vs SCS 'trespassers'

The Philippines on Monday urged other countries to ignore the threat of China to arrest foreigners who will enter the South China Sea (SCS). “We call on all maritime states particularly our neighbors like Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia to ignore these illegal regulations and sail in these waters to the extent that international law allows,” National Task Force West Philippine Sea (NTF WPS) spokesperson Jonathan Malaya said in a press...

Man in court after town centre roof incident

Officers closed off a town centre for nine hours while they responded to the scene.

Marcos affirms gov't ready for La Niña

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. assured the public on Monday that the government was ready to address the possible effects of La Niña in the coming months. ''Ongoing naman iyan eh. There’s no need to do anything special. We are already doing everything that we can do to prepare for, well, another El Niño and the La Niña that we are anticipating will come,'' Marcos said in an ambush interview in Tacloban City. Nevertheless, Marcos...

Taiwan swears in new president as China pressure grows

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s president-elect Lai Ching-te will be sworn into office Monday, putting him at the helm of the self-ruled island as China ramps up military and political pressure on Taipei. China claims democratic Taiwan as part of its territory and has branded 64-year-old Lai a “dangerous separatist” who will bring “war and decline” to the island. READ: Taiwan new president inherits strong foreign policy, political gridlock Lai will...

Hamas mourns Raisi, says he supported the group against Israel

By Nidal al-Mughrabi CAIRO (Reuters) - The Palestinian Islamist group Hamas mourned on Monday the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who it said had supported the Palestinian people during the current war with Israel. Raisi, a hardliner long seen as a potential successor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday in mountainous terrain near the

Assisted dying debate hits close to home for UK

The UK faced renewed pressure on Monday to reconsider its assisted dying laws, as surrounding jurisdictions move closer to granting terminally ill people the right to die. - Isle of Man, Jersey - The Isle of Man and Jersey are not part of the UK but could become the first jurisdictions in the British Isles to legalise assisted dying.

After inking alliance with NPC, Marcos hopes to be allies with other political parties

President Marcos hopes to further expand his political party's alliance ahead of the upcoming elections. READ MORE: https://mb.com.ph/2024/5/19/after-inking-alliance-with-npc-marcos-hopes-to-be-allies-with-other-political-parties Subscribe to the Manila Bulletin Online channel! - https://www.youtube.com/TheManilaBulletin Visit our website at http://mb.com.phFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/manilabulletinTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/manila_bulletinInstagram: https://instagram.com/manilabulletinTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manilabulletin #ManilaBulletinOnline#ManilaBulletin#LatestNews

UP Fighting Maroons Give Back to Indigenous Communities on Sidelines of Butuan Victory

The UP Men’s Basketball Team (UPMBT) traveled to Butuan City last weekend for a game against the University of San Carlos Warriors of Cebu and came home to Diliman as winners while also living up to the University of the Philippines’ motto, “Honor and Excellence in the Service of the Nation.” The University of the […] The post UP Fighting Maroons Give Back to Indigenous Communities on Sidelines of Butuan Victory appeared first on...

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9 SAF personnel relieved from duty over Alabang brawl

Nine personnel of the Philippine National Police - Special Action Force (SAF) were relieved from duty on Monday over an altercation in a subdivision in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. In a statement, the SAF said the said personnel include two cops who were involved in the fight. The concerned battalion commander, company commanders, platoon leaders, and other personnel with direct supervision over them were also relieved from duty amid the...

Marcos: We won\'t allow agents within PH to destabilize gov\'t | INQToday

WATCH: President Bongbong Marcos says his administration would not let \"agents within the country to destabilize our government.\"

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Nearly half of Russia’s North Korean missiles failed official claims

Russia’s visually confirmed tank losses reach a new staggering number

'No sign of life' at crash site of helicopter carrying Iran's president, others

Rescuers on Monday found a helicopter that was carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the country’s foreign minister and other officials that had apparently crashed in the mountainous northwest reaches of Iran the day before, though “no sign of life” was detected, state media reported. READ: https://mb.com.ph/2024/5/20/no-sign-of-life-at-crash-site-of-helicopter-carrying-iran-s-president-others Subscribe to the Manila Bulletin Online channel! - https://www.youtube.com/TheManilaBulletin Visit our website at http://mb.com.phFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/manilabulletin Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/manila_bulletinInstagram: https://instagram.com/manilabulletinTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manilabulletin #ManilaBulletinOnline#ManilaBulletin#LatestNews

Senators warn of new maritime case vs China

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines may file another case against China if it implements its new policy of detaining for up to 60 days without trial foreigners, particularly Filipinos, crossing waters it claims are under its jurisdiction, two senators said on Sunday. “Should Beijing dare push through with this illegitimate regulation, the Philippines’ hand may be forced to sue them again in the Hague Tribunal,” Sen. Risa Hontiveros said in a...

DILG orders probe to revoke Mayor Guo’s authority over police

Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos on Monday said he ordered a probe on Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo for possible revocation of her authority over the police. In a press conference, Abalos said the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) will conduct the investigation. “I instructed NAPOLCOM to initiate proceedings for the withdrawal of the mayor's deputization,” he said. “Ibig sabihin nito, pagkatapos namin ng imbestigasyon...

Boy remains in critical condition after river death

The two teenage boys got into difficulty in the River Tyne near Ovingham Bridge on Saturday.

Escudero sworn in as Senate president

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Francis Escudero was sworn in as Senate president on Monday, replacing Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri who said his failure to follow instructions from poweful blocs led to his ouster. Zubiri's ouster triggered a major reorganization as his "team" also resigned from their respective posts. Zubiri, who led the Senate since July 2022, confirmed the coup d'etat against him in a chance interview minutes before the start of the...

Pope appoints Tagle special envoy to US Eucharistic Congress

Pope Francis named Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle as his special envoy to the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in the United States. Tagle, who is the Vatican’s pro-prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, will preside over the closing Mass of the Eucharistic Congress. It will be celebrated in Indianapolis from July 17 to 21. Archbishop Timothy Broglio, president of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, called Tagle’s appointment a “gift” to...

Teodoro preps task force amid La Niña watch

MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has warned that the government will crack down hard on hoarders and price manipulators as the country braces for the coming La Niña weather phenomenon that could wreak havoc on agriculture and disrupt transportation and services. Teodoro, who also chairs the government’s Task Force El Niño, issued the warning after the fifth meeting of the presidential task force for the preparations...

PH, India navies to hold exercise in West PH Sea

The joint maritime exercise between the Philippine and Indian navies is set to be conducted in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the Philippine Navy said. Philippine Navy spokesperson Commander John Percie Alcos told GMA News Online that the two navies will hold a passing exercise in the WPS, which include warfare exercises. “A PASSEX will involve warfare exercises and seamanship serials to ensure seamless combined operations, improve mutual...

Dominican Republic President Abinader wins second term

Partial results hand Abinader victory, showing approval for his tough policies on migration from neighbouring Haiti.

Pet sanctuary overwhelmed by support after eviction notice

Celandine Wood Animal Rescue say they had been allowed to use land for free but it was now being sold.

No Filipino hurt in latest Houthi attack

MANILA, Philippines — All 23 Filipino crewmen on-board an unspecified vessel attacked by Houthi rebels on Saturday are “safe and unharmed,” the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said in a statement on Sunday. READ: 11 Filipino survivors of Houthi attack on ship back in PH “Their vessel, which sustained slight damage was sailing close to the Yemeni port city of Hodeida when it was attacked. The vessel is continuing on its journey to its next...

PCG sends off maritime security groups in 6 regions

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Monday deployed maritime security groups in six “critical regions” as it intensifies its law enforcement operations. In a statement, the PCG said these teams are assigned to Central Luzon, Southern Tagalog, Central Visayas, Western Visayas, Northern Mindanao, and Southwestern Mindanao. More deployment will cover other regions within the year, according to the PCG. Maritime Security Law Enforcement Command...

Infected Blood Inquiry: Police should look into prosecutions, says Labour MP

Labour MP Dame Diana Johnson speaks to BBC Breakfast ahead of the final report of the public inquiry into the Infected Blood Scandal. Dame Diana, who has been campaigning on behalf of victims for almost two decades, says she hopes the police will be looking into whether prosecutions are possible.

War and popularity keep Zelensky in power despite term expiring

Martial law and a desire for stability keeps the Ukrainian leader in power without new elections.

The unexpected death of the president of Iran

Bato owes PBBM a public apology, says solon

Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa must issue a public apology to President Marcos in case the whole "PDEA leaks" investigation ends up achieving nothing but besmirching the latter's name, House Assistant Majority Leader Zambales 1st district Rep. Jay Khonghun said. READ MORE: https://mb.com.ph/2024/5/20/bato-owes-pbbm-a-public-apology-says-solon Subscribe to the Manila Bulletin Online channel! - https://www.youtube.com/TheManilaBulletin Visit our website at http://mb.com.phFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/manilabulletinTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/manila_bulletinInstagram: https://instagram.com/manilabulletinTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manilabulletin #ManilaBulletinOnline#ManilaBulletin#LatestNews

DRC army says it stopped attempted coup involving US citizens

By Ange Kasongo and Sonia Rolley KINSHASA (Reuters) -The leader of an attempted coup on Sunday in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been killed and some 50 people including three American citizens arrested, a spokesman for the Central African country's army told Reuters. Gunfire rang out around 4 a.m. in the capital Kinshasa, a Reuters reporter said. Armed men attacked the presidency in

Yoga teachers threaten legal action as beachside classes are shutdown

Several yoga instructors in San Diego are pursuing legal action against the city over a ban on their free beachside classes because updated vendor laws include recreational activities like yoga,

Protesters block New Caledonia roads as French police pour in

By Kirsty Needham and Layli Foroudi SYDNEY/PARIS (Reuters) -A thousand police arrived in New Caledonia from France and streets were relatively calm after a week of unrest, the French High Commission said on Monday, but roads were blocked by protesters and the airport remained shut, stranding tourists. Blockades of roads would continue, Field Action Co-ordination Cell (CCAT), the activist group

Milei Visit to Far-Right Rally Prompts Harsh Spanish Rebuke

Spain’s Socialist government demanded an apology from Argentine President Javier Milei, saying the libertarian leader’s comments at a far-right rally in Madrid had badly damaged relations.

3 Indian warships in Manila on goodwill visit

MANILA, Philippines — Three Indian Navy ships on a regional deployment docked in the port of Manila on Sunday for a four-day goodwill visit. The ships—guided missile destroyer INS Delhi, fleet tanker INS Shakti and ASW corvette INS Kiltan—belong to the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet that also made prior stops in other Southeast Asian countries as part of the current deployment. “We are visiting friendly foreign countries to share our experiences...

Lebanon, Syria begin 3 days of mourning over deaths of Iran president, FM

BEIRUT (Reuters) - Lebanon and Syria on Monday announced three days of national mourning for the Iranian president and foreign minister, who were killed in a helicopter crash overnight near the Azerbaijan border. Iran enjoys sway in both countries, backing the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah in Lebanon and supporting Syria's government and security forces stay in power throughout more than a

Julian Assange fails to attend court hearing that could decide extradition fate due to health issues

Assange has spent the last five years languishing in a British prison trying to avoid being extradited to the US where he faces charges of espionage after his website Wikileaks published a trove of classified information

Philippines urges China to allow scrutiny of disputed South China Sea shoal

MANILA (Reuters) - The Philippines challenged China on Monday to open Scarborough Shoal to international scrutiny after it accused Beijing of destroying the shoal's marine environment. Maritime tension has been rising in the South China Sea between Manila and Beijing, as the Philippines has accused China of using water cannon and blocking manoeuvres through disputed shoals and reefs. Control of