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Racist graffiti investigated at five sites in Antrim

Swastikas and Combat 18 signs are sprayed across Antrim days after eight families fled their homes.

Philippines, Japan sign reciprocal access agreement

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Japan signed a reciprocal access agreement (RAA) on Monday in Malacañang. The RAA will serve as the legal basis for both countries’ troops entering each other’s territory for joint military exercises. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko signed the agreement, which was witnessed by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. “The RAA with Japan is a commitment...

French voters deliver a win for the left, a blow for Le Pen and a hung parliament

By Juliette Jabkhiro, Layli Foroudi and Zhifan Liu PARIS (Reuters) -France faced potential political deadlock after elections on Sunday threw up a hung parliament, with a leftist alliance unexpectedly taking the top spot but no group winning a majority. Voters delivered a major setback for Marine Le Pen's nationalist, eurosceptic National Rally (RN), which opinion polls had predicted would win

Healthcare workers to stage two-day strike over pay

More than 350 staff at Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust are to begin striking on Tuesday.

Woman is killed as manhunt is launched for 21 year-old man

Emergency services were called to a home along the Great Western Highway at Kingswood, western Sydney, at 1.40pm on Monday.

Fear and relief as relatives rush to attacked Ukraine hospital

As Russian missiles struck Ukraine's capital Monday morning, Pavlo Holoviy raced to the children's hospital where his son was recovering from a recent operation. Holoviy had heard that an air strike had hit the Okhmatdyt children's hospital in Kyiv, leaving it shattered and smouldering.

Starmer meets O'Neill and Little-Pengelly in first Northern Ireland trip as PM

Sir Keir Starmer has met Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly as he continues his tour of the UK. The Prime Minister is visiting Belfast following his trip to Scotland on Sunday, and will also visit Wales to round off a visit to the three devolved nations.

Israeli forces bombard Gaza City as tanks re-enter central areas

Residents say they are seeing some of the heaviest strikes since the war began nine months ago.

2 drug suspects slain, cop hurt in Tawi-Tawi shootout

CAMP SK PENDATUN, MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE, Philippines — Two alleged drug personalities were killed while a police officer was injured during a law enforcement operation in Bongao town of Tawi-Tawi on Friday, police said. Police Brig. Gen. Prexy Tanggawohn, regional director of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao police, said the two suspects fired at approaching lawmen, sparking a shootout inside the Bongao public market in...

Ukraine is fielding a century old machine gun and its proving quite effective

Deadly landslide hits illegal gold mine in Indonesia

Rescue team deployed to remote region on Sulawesi island to search for the missing.

Greens senator Mehreen Faruqi unleashes

Muslim voters have 'long been ignored', says Deputy Greens leader Mehreen Faruqi, amid expectations a grassroots organisation will field candidates in Labor-held seats.

Neighbour's 'entitled' parking act sparks outrage on their street

A resident has been accused of committing an 'entitled' parking act in Sydney's inner west.

CBCP names 2 more national shrines

MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has designated two parish churches as national shrines, bringing to 31 the total number of national shrines in the country. READ: Quiapo Church now a national shrine for pilgrims These churches are the Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of the Assumption, more known as the Maasin City Cathedral in Southern Leyte province, and the Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy in...

Two ex-policemen face murder charges for killing of beauty queen, boyfriend

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police is set to file murder charges against two former policemen who are the principal suspects in the killing of beauty queen Geneva Lopez and her boyfriend, Yitzak Cohen. Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos on Monday presented the two suspects -- Rommel Abuzo and Angelo Guiang. Abalos said Abuzo was dismissed in 2019 while Guiang was sacked in February 2020. A third suspect, identified as Jeffrey...

Uganda provided support to M23 rebels in Congo, UN report says

By Sonia Rolley PARIS (Reuters) - The Ugandan army has provided support to the M23 rebel group operating in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a United Nations report seen by Reuters on Monday said, as escalating clashes there fuel fears of a new all-out conflict. Uganda denied involvement, saying it is cooperating closely with the Congolese government forces. The U.N. has long accused Rwanda

West African bloc risks 'disintegration' if juntas quit

The military leaders of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso say they are leaving Ecowas and forming a new alliance.

Inquest opens into death of paramedic at house

Circumstances surrounding the death of Daniel Duffield and student nurse Lauren Evans are being probed.

Man bailed as probe into fatal fire continues

The 30-year-old had been detained by police on suspicion of murder.

Is this Australia's hottest criminal? Man's mugshot goes viral

An Aussie man whose handsome 'hot' mugshot sent social media alight has walked free from jail.

At least 20 dead in Russian attack on Ukraine cities

At least seven people were killed in the capital Kyiv and 10 in the city of Kryvyi Rih.

Man arrested after Newquay stabbing

Officers say a man was taken to hospital for treatment and later discharged.

What next for France as hard-left seizes victory?

With Macron's presidency coming to an end in 2027, three years of political paralysis in France could well give Marine Le Pen all the ammunition needed to fight her way to the top

£290million down the drain? Home Secretary blasts Rwanda scheme 'con'

The new Home Secretary said she planned to audit the programme to send Channel boat arrivals to east Africa, which was axed by Sir Keir Starmer in one of his first decisions after entering No10.

New British PM Starmer seeks to improve trade deal with EU

LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is seeking to reset relations at home and abroad. During a visit Sunday to Edinburgh, that he billed as an “immediate reset” with the regional governments of Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales, Starmer said he would also seek to improve the U.K.’s “botched” trade deal with the European Union. “I do think that we can get a much better deal than the botched deal that (former Prime Minister) Boris...

New Defence Secretary John Healey visits Zelensky in Ukraine to pledge continued support

Zelensky added that he was 'happy with his first conversation with new PM Keir Starmer'.

More people are leaving Metro Manila. Here’s why

MANILA, Philippines—When COVID-19 landed in the Philippines, nationwide lockdowns prompted many people in the National Capital Region (NCR) to return to their provinces or places of origin outside the capital. Years into the new normal, even with restrictions lifted, people continued to leave the NCR for other regions. For decades before the COVID-19 pandemic, Filipinos from impoverished rural regions migrated to densely populated cities,...

India's lawyers, activists protest against new criminal laws

By Arpan Chaturvedi NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Indian lawyers and activists are urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government to put on hold three sets of new criminal laws, arguing they will increase litigation in an already overburdened justice system and give excessive powers to police. India this month replaced its criminal justice system - the Indian Penal Code of 1860, the 1973 Code of

Rt. Col. Ariel Querubin launches senate bid with strong backing from Military and Police forces

Celebrated as the most decorated soldier in Philippine history, Retired Colonel Ariel Querubin has officially launched his bid for a Senate seat in the upcoming 2025 elections. His declaration, made during the event “A Gathering of Warriors: A Call for Unity and Heroism,” held at the historic Club Filipino this morning, has garnered widespread support

Japan foreign minister takes MRT ride ahead of RAA signing

Japan's top diplomat may have flown to Manila to tackle heavyweight geo-political issues but also wanted to get a feel of the traffic-choked city’s daily grind - she took a train ride. Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa flew to Manila on Sunday, a day ahead of a meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the signing of a landmark defense agreement with the Philippines, the Reciprocal Access Agreement or RAA which will allow military...

China claims Philippine warships damaged reef at atoll in South China Sea

BEIJING (Reuters) - China said on Monday "illegal" beaching of Philippine warships at the Nansha islands in the South China Sea had "gravely damaged" the coral reef ecosystem in the area, as both countries tussle over disputed territory at atolls in the vast waterway. China's Ministry of Natural Resources, in a comprehensive report, said Philippine warships have been "illegally beached" around

Japan warns against use of force to change status quo in Indo-Pacific

MANILA — Japan reiterates the importance of peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and opposes “unilateral attempts to change status quo by force and coercion,” its foreign minister said on Monday. Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa made the remarks in a joint press conference following a ‘2 plus 2’ meeting between foreign and defense ministers from Japan […]

Three Welsh MPs get junior ministerial jobs

Jobs for Stephen Doughty, Chris Bryant and Nick Thomas–Symonds in new Labour government.

Japan and Philippines sign defense pact allowing their forces to train in each other’s territory

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Japan and the Philippines signed a key defense pact Monday allowing the deployment of Japanese forces for joint military exercises, including live-fire drills, to the Southeast Asian nation that came under brutal Japanese occupation in World War II but is now building an alliance with Tokyo as they face an increasingly assertive China. The Reciprocal Access Agreement, similarly allows Filipino forces to enter Japan for...

Duterte, Go to face more complaints, says Trillanes

MANILA, Philippines — More complaints will be filed against former President Rodrigo Duterte and Senator Christopher “Bong” Go. This is what former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV said that he planned to do. And he said this on Sunday, July 7, in an interview at the Kapihan sa QC. “We are preparing other complaints, so they should wait, and it seems like others will also file complaints against them,” Trillanes said in Filipino in the interview....

Doctors dig through rubble of bombed Kyiv children's hospital with bare hands

The attack is the biggest bombardment of the Ukrainian capital for several months, officials said.

China's 'monster ship' staying near PCG vessel in West Philippine Sea | INQToday

WATCH: A West Philippine Sea monitor says China Coast Guard's "monster ship" has remained near the Philippine Coast Guard's vessel in Escoda Shoal for about five days now.

Russian missile attack kills 29, hits children's hospital, Ukraine says

By Olena Harmash and Max Hunder KYIV (Reuters) -Russia rained missiles down on cities across Ukraine in broad daylight on Monday morning, killing at least 29 civilians and badly damaging Kyiv's main children's hospital in the deadliest air strike in months, officials said. Hundreds of people rushed to clear debris at the hospital, where windows had been smashed and panels ripped off. Parents

Ireland's Green Party elects new leader

It comes after Eamon Ryan announced last month that he was to step down from the position.

British, 18, 'accuses UK holidaymaker of raping her in Ayia Napa'

The 18-year-old woman went to Cypriot police and told them that she woke up in the bed of the man, who is reported to be 19 years old.

Philippine Air Force gearing up for Australia air drills

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Air Force (PAF) began sending its assets for the multilateral air drills in Australia this week. PAF Spokesperson Col. Maria Consuelo Castillo said their C-130 and C-295 cargo planes arrived in Darwin City on Sunday. Castillo said the aircraft carries essential equipment for the “Pitch Back” drills. Six FA-50s — half of the fighter jets under the PAF’s arsenal — are also expected to arrive in the following...

ACT urges teachers, parents to report issues ahead of school opening

The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) on Monday called on public school teachers, parents, as well as students to raise any concerns or challenges they face while preparing for the opening of School Year 2024-2025 on July 29. The teachers group made the call as it launched its “Bantay Balik-Eskwela” hotline to monitor the situation of schools nationwide which are now gearing up for another academic year. “Ang tinayo natin na hotline ay...

Ukrainian air defence engaged in repelling Russian missile attack on Kyiv, officials

KYIV (Reuters) - Ukrainian air defences were engaged on Monday in repelling a rare daytime Russian missile attack on the capital Kyiv and other cities across the country, local authorities said. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported explosions in the city and urged residents to stay in shelters. He said on the Telegram messaging app that ambulances were heading to one of the districts in central

Parents in court over alleged murder of daughter, 14

Simon Vickers and Sarah Hall are remanded in custody after their 14-year-old daughter was stabbed.

1 dead after car slams into parked truck in Tondo

One person was killed after a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) rammed into and went under a parked trailer truck in Tondo, Manila, according to Manny Vargas' report on Super Radyo dzBB on Monday. Based on an initial investigation, the 14-wheeler truck was parked along the inner lane of Mel Lopez Boulevard when the MPV crashed into its back portion. The car sustained heavy damage due to the impact. Police on the scene said they have yet to confirm the...

Man charged with assaulting police following crash

A man is his 20s is also arrested on suspicion of drink driving and careless driving.

Father is allegedly stabbed to death as his son is charged with murder

Robert Hillemacher, 84, was allegedly stabbed to death at a house on Foote Street in Brighton, south-east Melbourne, at about 8.30pm on Friday.

Hungary's Orban unexpectedly visits China, backs Xi's peace plan

By Joe Cash and Anita Komuves BEIJING/BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday to discuss a potential Ukraine peace deal, paying the unexpected visit to Beijing days after his talks with Russia's Vladimir Putin angered some European Union leaders. Orban and Xi met at the Diaoyutai State Guest House in Beijing, Chinese state media

VP Sara to aspiring journalists: ‘Never assume, don’t lie’

Vice President and outgoing Education Secretary Sara Duterte on Monday urged students who want to become journalists in the future not to report anything that is not the truth. During the opening ceremony of the National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) in Carcar City, Cebu, Duterte directed the call to participants whom she described as “future award-winning journalists.” \ “Never print or post or circulate something that you know is not the...

In Iloilo, delay hits repair work on ‘sinking’ flyover

ILOILO CITY, Philippines — The completion of the P295-million repair work on the controversial Ungka flyover in Iloilo may have to wait for some time. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced that the full reopening of the flyover, initially scheduled for August, has been reset to November this year. Sanny Boy Oropel, regional director of the DPWH in Western Visayas, reasoned that the rectification techniques, including...