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UK's Sunak hunts for votes among the robots, at 4:50 a.m

By Phil Noble LUTON, England (Reuters) - Badly lagging in the race to win Britain's election, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak went hunting for votes among whirling robots in a retail distribution centre on Tuesday, kicking off his first campaign stop of the day before 5 a.m. (0400 GMT). Sunak, who has often looked exhausted as he crisscrossed the country during a six-week campaign, started the

Conspiracy theories: Famous people allegedly killed by the Illuminati

Some people really believe that the secret society known as the Illuminati are behind some of the world’s most important events. Others are really into conspiracy theories and enjoy discussing controversial deaths. Take a look at some famous Americans who some believe were killed by the infamous secret society, as listed by Ranker.

Fire hits a portion of UST Hospital

A portion of the University of Sto. Tomas (UST) Hospital in Manila was damaged by fire early Tuesday morning, according to the report of Christian Mano on Super Radyo DZBB. The first alarm was raised at 4 a.m. and was extinguished by 4:15 a.m. There are no immediate reports on the cause of the fire, cost of damage or injuries at this time. An investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing. — BAP, GMA Integrated News This article Fire hits a...

North Korea says tested missile capable of carrying super-large warhead

North Korea successfully tested a new tactical ballistic missile capable of carrying a super-large warhead, state media said Tuesday, with analysts suggesting the weapon could be nuclear-capable. Pyongyang's state media claimed it had successfully launched the Hwasongpho-11Da-4.5 missile, which it said was capable of carrying a 4.5 ton-class super-large warhead.

Critics warn foreign policy direction risky to PH

MANILA, Philippines — Some critics on Monday cited the country’s foreign policy under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as the reason for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attention to the United States’ military deployment in the Philippines. Putin, in a televised address on Friday, called for the resumption of his country’s missile production and raised the possible deployment of these weapons after noting that the United States had brought...

Head teacher awarded over £100,000 after she was unfairly sacked

Shelly-Ann Malabver-Goulbourne was trying to get her three-year-old to stop playing with the bottle in her office when she used two fingers to attract his attention.

Group wants probe on Mandanas over profiteering claims

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Movement for Climate Justice (PMCJ) called for an investigation into Batangas Gov. Hermilando Mandanas for "profiteering" on liquefied natural gas (LNG) development in the province. "We are calling for an in-depth investigation by the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO) to confirm Gov. Mandanas's involvement in the LNG business," the group said in a statement on Tuesday. PMCJ's call for an investigation came...

Green activists jailed for insulting Cambodian king

The court's decision is yet another blow to civil liberties in Cambodia, rights activists say.

Angara ‘open’ to lead DepEd if post offered to him

BALER, AURORA, Philippines — Sen. Juan Edgardo Angara on Monday said he would likely accept the education portfolio should President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. offer it to him as he thanked his fellow senators for endorsing him as the next education secretary. “I’m open [to accepting the appointment] if given the trust [by the President],” Angara told reporters at the sidelines of the 22nd Philippine-Spanish Friendship Day here. “It may be impossible...

Britain's defence forces not ready for 'conflict of any scale'

Britain's depleted military capability has left our Armed Forces unable to defend the country properly, a senior official warned last night.

Trump says he can end the Russia-Ukraine war in one day. Russia's UN ambassador says he can't

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Donald Trump has said repeatedly he could settle the war between Russia and Ukraine in one day if he’s elected president again. Russia’s United Nations ambassador says he can’t. When asked to respond to the claim from the presumptive Republican nominee, Vassily Nebenzia told reporters Monday that "the Ukrainian crisis cannot be solved in one day.” At a CNN town hall in May 2023, Trump said: “They’re dying, Russians and...

Ukrainian air base under fire as Russia aims at F-16 arrivals

By Dan Peleschuk STAROKOSTIANTYNIV, Ukraine (Reuters) - Explosions reverberated across the pre-dawn sky as Ukrainian air defences fended off a Russian attack on this small city in western Ukraine, home to an important air base and a frequent target of Moscow's strikes. Hours after the assault, the tidy streets of Starokostiantyniv had returned to a semblance of normality. But the June 27 attack

CBCP to conduct plenary assembly for first time in Mindanao

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) will hold its highest-level meeting for the first time in Mindanao from July 6 to 8. Composed of 83 active bishops, five priest administrators, and 39 honorary members, the CBCP is set to meet at the Chali Conference Center in Cagayan de Oro for their 128th plenary assembly, according to CBCP News. CBCP president Bishop Pablo David will commence the closed-door meeting with a message....

Widower 'devastated' by memorial bench fire

The bench at Daventry Country Park was installed in memory of Linda McDonald, who died aged 59.

Mysterious unsolved cases from World War II

World War II was a unique conflict where Allies and Axis powers clashed for six years, resulting in countless lives lost and leaving a lasting impact on the world. To this day, there remain numerous unanswered questions surrounding this dark chapter in history, including unresolved enigmas that occurred amidst and after the war. Ranging from perplexing disappearances to undiscovered treasures, this gallery explores the most significant unsolved mysteries of World War II. Click through and delve deeper into these captivating stories on World War II.

9 Chinese illegal workers arrested in Manila Bay

MANILA, Philippines — Nine Chinese nationals suspected of illegally working in vessels on Manila Bay were arrested over the weekend in Parañaque City, according to the Bureau of Immigration (BI). In a statement on Monday, the BI said the Chinese men were caught illegally disembarking from three motorboats along the bay’s shoreline at the Parañaque Fishport in Barangay Dongalo around 4:30 p.m. on June 29. The arrested individuals whose ages...

Hungary's leader is in Ukraine for talks with Zelenskyy. It's his first visit since the war began

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán was in Kyiv on Tuesday for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, his first visit to the country since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. Orbán’s press chief confirmed to Hungarian news agency MTI that the prime minister had arrived in the Ukrainian capital in the morning for the talks. Bertalan Havasi said the main topic of the rare meeting will be the...

Rohingya minority in firing line as rebels attack western Myanmar town

By Ruma Paul COX'S BAZAR, Bangladesh (Reuters) - It was soon after afternoon prayers at a mosque near western Myanmar's Maungdaw town last month that 45-year-old Abdur said he looked up and spotted a drone hovering above. It was armed. "Within seconds, there was an explosion, and I lost consciousness," said the bearded farmer, asking only to use his first name because of security concerns. He

Anti-coup forces allege Myanmar military using banned, restricted weapons

Calls for investigation grow as fighters from multiple states allege military using weapons such as white phosphorous.

Man shoots 7 neighbours, including 4 kids, after telling them 'go back to where you came from'

Billy Booth is alleged to have opened fire on 15 neighbours, including multiple children, at his home in Crete, Nebraska, on Friday evening before turning the gun on himself

Senator to Pagcor chief: Spare us the suspense

BALER, AURORA, Philippines — The state-owned Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) may just be trying to deflect the heat after it belatedly claimed that a former Cabinet official had acted as a conduit of some Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos) involved in criminal activities, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said on Monday. Nonetheless, Gatchalian said he had initiated his own investigation to check the allegations of Pagcor chair...

Murder probe after man found with stab wounds

Greater Manchester Police has urged anyone with information about the man's death to get in touch.

The Indian women campaigning to criminalise marital rape

Raped by her husband on her wedding night aged 17, Divya described her repeated suffering -- an all-too-common account in India, permitted by a terrifying colonial-era legal loophole. India introduced a new penal code on Monday but the exception clause remains -- although it does raise the minimum age that a man can rape his wife to 18.

Sunak seizes on Starmer saying he won't work past 6pm on Fridays as PM

As the election battle enters its penultimate day, Rishi Sunak visited an Ocado plant in Bedfordshire before 5am.

Caritas PH emphasizes trust, accountability in ‘expanded’ fundraising drive

As the Catholic Church’s humanitarian and advocacy arm launches a major fundraising campaign, a top official emphasized that trust and accountability are basic principles for cooperation. Caritas Philippines executive director Fr. Carmelo “Tito” Caluag said that accountability can turn donor funding into charitable impact. “Let us make sure that the money entrusted to us is […]

A veteran journalist’s call for action

In a webinar hosted by the Vinzons Policy Center and the University of the Philippines Alumni Association last Saturday, veteran journalist Vergel O. Santos addressed the critical question of the Philippines’ future amid the escalating conflict in the West Philippine Sea and deep-seated political and economic issues. Santos, a journalist for over 60 years, has edited two national dailies. He began his talk by highlighting the despair reflected...

Scene of crash site after car ploughs in people close to Seoul's city hall, killing nine

One more person is severely injured.

5 new Philippine regional languages added to Google Translate

More Philippine languages have been added to Google’s translation tool. Bikol, Hiligaynon, Kapampangan, Pangasinan and Waray are some of the 110 languages introduced to Google Translate. This expansion now has over 133 available languages on Google, benefitting more than 600 million people nationwide. Some Filipinos have already tried the newly installed regional languages and have […]

Hong Kong delegation to head to Sichuan to ensure safe arrival of 2 pandas, John Lee says

Hong Kong will send a delegation to Sichuan “as soon as possible” to ensure the smooth and safe arrival of two giant pandas gifted by Beijing on the 27th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese rule, the chief executive has said. John Lee Ka-chiu said on Tuesday the delegation would meet with local officials and panda experts to discuss the relevant procedures, adding the bears would also need to undergo quarantine of at least 30 days before...

PH Navy on report of China carrier, monster ship in WPS: 'We are aware of them'

Amid the reported presence of a Chinese aircraft carrier and the "monster" ship of the China Coast Guard in the West Philippine Sea, the Philippine Navy on Tuesday said they were monitoring the country's maritime domain and were aware of the ships. “They are authorized under UNCLOS either through freedom of navigation or right of innocent passage. Rest assured the Philippine Navy and the Armed Forces will continue monitoring the vast expanse of...

Peter Fitzsimon's jumps to defence of Australia's new governor general

Ms Mostyn, a climate change and gender equity advocate, reportedly has a close personal friendship with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Alice Guo urged to name 'main players' in POGO syndicates

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Tuesday urged suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo to "expose the main players" in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) in the country. “I urge Alice Guo to come forward and cooperate with authorities and expose the main players of illegal and criminal offshore gaming operations," said Gatchalian. The Office of the Solicitor General poised to file legal action against the suspended Bamban mayor for her...

Tories falsely accuse Keir Starmer of wanting to work a 'four-day week'

Tories falsely accuse Keir Starmer of wanting to work a 'four-day week' - Health minister Maria Caulfield claims the Labour leader doesn’t understand the pressures of the job after he stressed the need for work-life balance

Cambodian court jails environmental activists for plotting against government

PHNOM PENH (Reuters) - Ten activists from the Cambodian environmental group Mother Nature were found guilty on charges of plotting against the government and insulting the king, the group's founder said on Tuesday. Five of the defendants from the conservation group were arrested outside the court in Phnom Penh immediately after the verdict, founder Alejandro Gonzales-Davidson told Reuters.

Benitez 'honored' if selected as Education chief

MANILA, Philippines — Negros Occidental 3rd District Rep. Jose Francisco "Kiko" Benitez said that he would be "honored" if selected as Education secretary under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. His statement comes after the Coordinating Council of Private Education Associations (Cocopea) named him and four others as possible replacements for Vice President Sara Duterte, who is scheduled to leave her post on July 19. Aside from Benitez, other names...

Netherlands to start F-16 deliveries to Ukraine soon, government says

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The Netherlands will supply Ukraine with the first of 24 promised F-16 fighter jets soon, the outgoing Dutch government said on Monday. The necessary permits to deliver the jets to Ukraine have been granted, Defence Minister Kajsa Ollongren said in a letter to parliament ahead of a government transition on Tuesday after months of coalition building following an election last

Final person to plead guilty in Denver fire that killed 5 people from Senegal could get 60 years

DENVER (AP) — In between shifts at Amazon to earn money she could send home to her relatives in Senegal — working opposite times as her sister-in-law so they could care for each other's children — Hassan Diol would call to talk to her husband several times a day. Amadou Beye was still in Senegal, trying to get a visa so he could also come to the United States. His wife, joined by their infant daughter, would also video call every day. Amadou...

Riot police patrol Nairobi as Kenyan activists call for more protests

By Aaron Ross and Jefferson Kahinju NAIROBI (Reuters) - Riot police patrolled Kenya's capital Nairobi on Tuesday morning as young activists called for more protests following last week's deadly clashes. Members of the protest movement, which has no official leaders and largely organises via social media, have rejected appeals from President William Ruto for dialogue, even after he abandoned

As far as Brazil, China, and India: The fascinating history of the Portuguese era of exploration

Portugal was an incredible sea power during the 15th and 16th centuries, and they traveled all over the world, gaining new trade routes and exploring unfamiliar territory. Maritime expeditions to far-flung places saw intrepid mariners sail uncharted waters to reach these unmapped lands. But do you know where they ended up? Browse the following gallery and learn more about this adventurous time in Portuguese history.

Unauthorized medical missions in Mangaldan discovered

Several private groups or organizations have been found conducting medical and dental missions in various barangays of Mangaldan, Pangasinan, without coordinating with the local government unit (LGU). Mayor Bona Fe De Vera-Parayno said that while the local government does not prohibit medical and dental missions, these groups must comply with an executive order implemented in January 2024. The order requires private groups to submit necessary...

The United States just transferred a very interesting vehicle to Ukraine

Photo shows signboard of Porac LGU near raided Pogo hub

ANGELES CITY, PAMPANGA, Philippines — Amid repeated claims by local officials that they were being denied entry into the recently raided compound of Philippine offshore gaming operator (Pogo) Lucky South 99, the municipal government of Porac, Pampanga, had apparently maintained an extension office less than a kilometer away from the company’s 10-hectare hub. This was based on a photograph seen by the Inquirer and later supported by on-site...

Woolworths worker is allegedly threatened at knifepoint during robbery

A 33-year-old man allegedly threatened the worker at Buranda Village on Ipswich Road in Woolloongabba at 8pm on Monday.

Airline passenger busted with 400 canaries inside suitcases

A man was busted attempting to smuggle 400 canaries inside three suitcases as he boarded a flight to Brazil .

Tories label Starmer 'part-time Prime Minister' after diary confession

But Sir Keir urged voters to give his party a big majority as he claimed it would be 'better for the country' as 'it means we can roll up our sleeves and get on with the change we need'.

Ranked: countries with the lowest crime rates

To assess the safety and security of a nation, looking at the rate of crime is the first port of call. Countries that might be considered safe based on several criteria may actually have a higher rate of crime than you'd think. For this reason, low crime rates, taken by themselves, are important to examine, as they offer valuable information. By looking at the context that creates those low crime rates, we can better understand how some policies successfully keep the level of lawlessness in a country under control. Intrigued? Click on to discover the countries with the lowest rates of crime, ranked.

Marcos declares July 2 a holiday in Pasig

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared July 2 a holiday in Pasig City. In Proclamation 612, he declared Tuesday a special nonworking day in the city to allow its residents to mark Pasig’s 451st founding anniversary or “Araw ng Pasig.” Earlier, he also declared July 1 a nonworking holiday in San Carlos City in Negros Occidental in Proclamation 611 to mark the celebration of its charter anniversary. READ: Palace declares...

Married at First Sight New Zealand Star Andrew Jury Dead at 33

Married at First Sight alum Andrew Jury died June 27 while in custody at an Auckland, New Zealand, corrections facility. He was 33.

Duterte’s Senate bid poses threat to Marcos, analysts say

MANILA, Philippines — The country’s dominant Marcos and Duterte dynasties, uneasy allies for two years, are gearing up for an election showdown that could upset policy stability in the coming years. Vice President Sara Duterte’s resignation as education secretary on June 19 was followed a week later by her bombshell announcement that her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, and brothers Paolo, a lawmaker, and Sebastian, the incumbent Davao...

Police nab rape suspect at NAIA

MANILA, Philippines — A rape suspect attempting to leave the country was arrested at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The 32-year-old male suspect, whose identity was withheld, was about to take his flight bound for Osaka during the arrest at Terminal 3 on Monday. A July 1 report from the Philippine National Police-Aviation Security Group (Avsegroup) indicated that the suspect was stopped at the Bureau of Immigration (BI) due to an...