5 dead, 2 hurt after truck rams into houses in Samar

TACLOBAN CITY – Five persons died while two others were injured after a loader truck rammed into their houses in Barangay Caglanipao Sur, Tinambacan District in Calbayog City, Samar in the early hours of Tuesday, July 2. The Calbayog City police have yet to release the names of the victims. According to the city police report, the truck driven by a 40-year-old man from Caloocan City was traveling from Naval in Biliran to Allen town in Northern...

EUAN McCOLM: Nationalists ill-prepared for painful lesson about losing

Unless every opinion poll over the past year has been wrong, swathes of nationalists will, in the early hours of Friday morning, begin to learn a painful and - for many of them - novel lesson about democracy.

‘Twin deficits’ seen as persistent drag to peso

Hefty government spending on infrastructure and a sharp cut in import duties on rice would likely result in large “twin deficits” that could weigh on the peso, which would prompt the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to carefully time its rate cuts. In a report sent to journalists, Nomura said it expects dollar outflows from continued importation of construction materials needed for big-ticket infrastructure projects, and from the projected...

Teenager accused of strangling college administrator mother to death

A 19-year-old Indiana man now faces decades in prison and questions about his mental health after strangling his mother to death for extremely petty reasons.

Taiwan says China seizes fishing boat near Chinese coast

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Chinese officials boarded and then seized a Taiwanese fishing boat operating near China's coast close to a Taiwan-controlled island and took it to a Chinese port, the Taiwan coast guard said late on Tuesday in a further escalation of tensions. China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and has ramped up pressure on Taipei since President Lai Ching-te took

PH, China renew commitment vs Pogo-related crimes

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine and Chinese governments renewed their commitment to work together in combating crimes linked to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogos), the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) said on Tuesday. The PAOCC made the pronouncement after a meeting between its chairperson Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian on Monday, July 1. According to...

Guerrilla fronts in Philippines down to 7, says AFP chief

MANILA, Philippines — The number of guerrilla fronts in the country has decreased since the start of the current administration, said Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief of staff General Romeo Brawner Jr. on Tuesday. Brawner made this pronouncement ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address (Sona), stating that of the 11 guerilla fronts during the start of Marcos’ term, only seven now remain. “Out of the 11...

Notable People who died in 2024

Cybercrime complaints down by 35%, says PNP

The number of complaints for cybercrimes has decreased by 35% this year so far compared to the record in 2023, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). "Sa first semester po ng 2024, from January to June 27, ay nakita po natin na bumababa naman po 'yung mga kaso ng cyber-related crimes. In fact, from January 1 to [June] 27, 2024, there was a 34.99% decrease," PNP spokesperson Police Colonel Jean Fajardo said in a press briefing on...

Ukrainian air base under frequent 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

Labour 'virtually certain' to win a bigger majority than 1997

A new MRP study by Survation, published within the final 48 hours of campaigning, predicted Labour would win 484 seats at this week's general election .

British businessman, 44, found dead with head injuries at Greek island

Greek officials yesterday confirmed that they have ruled out any criminal case and that his cause of death was accidental drowning, news outlet Protothema reports.

Tennessee woman awarded $700K after being fired for refusing vaccine

Tanja Benton, 52, won her lawsuit against the health giant after a jury found that her refusal to take the COVID-19 vaccine was based on 'sincerely held religious beliefs.'

BOC impounds 4 yachts suspected of transporting illegal drugs

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) seized four yachts at the Batangas port as authorities investigated how the P9.68 billion worth of “shabu” – a slang for methamphetamine – were transported to the province. According to the agency, it impounded the yachts on June 27 as a luxury boat is suspected of being used in the transport of the 1.4 tons (1.27 metric tons) shabu that was intercepted at a police checkpoint in Alitagtag town in...

Lucy Letby found guilty of trying to kill ANOTHER baby

On Tuesday a jury found the 34-year-old guilty of attempting to murder her 14th victim at the Countess of Chester Hospital - a tiny baby girl born in February 2016

Boy, 17, dies during school trip to the beach

The 17-year-old boy died in hospital after the incident at West Wittering beach, police say.

Philippines, 33 other WTO members push to ratify fisheries deal

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and 33 other members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) are pushing the global body to ratify the landmark fisheries agreement aimed at curbing harmful subsidies that lead to illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUUF). In a joint communication, the Philippines and other members including China and the United States, affirmed their support for the entry into force of the WTO Agreement on Fisheries...

Aer Lingus and pilots to meet at Labour Court in latest effort at resolution

Aer Lingus and pilots to meet at Labour Court in latest effort at resolution - If these rounds of talks fail, the pilots union said it would return to consider an escalation of its industrial action.

Is a Third World War coming? The accurate predictions of Our Lady of Fatima explained

Every year, millions of pilgrims roam to the Sanctuary of Fátima in Portugal. This is where it's said that in 1917 the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children and revealed three secretes to them. Not only that, but Fátima is also the spot where a crowd witnessed the "Miracle of the Sun," attributed to the Virgin Mary, who then became known as Our Lady of Fátima. But how much do we know about these apparitions and miracles? Click through the gallery to find out.

Kanlaon Volcano emits high level of harmful gas – Phivolcs

MANILA, Philippines — The Kanlaon Volcano on Tuesday released its second-highest emission of sulfur dioxide this year, the state seismology bureau said. READ: Phivolcs: Mt. Kanlaon gas emissions drop, but explosion possible “Volcanic sulfur dioxide (SO2) gas emission from the summit crater of Kanlaon based on campaign Flyspec measurements today, 2 July 2024, averaged 5,083 tonnes/day. This is the second highest emission from the volcano recorded...

Fears for Australian child missing after croc attack

The 12-year-old boy was last seen swimming in a remote creek in the Northern Territory.

Police praise parents as killer nurse Lucy Letby convicted

Lucy Letby is convicted of attempting to murder a baby girl in February 2016 when she worked as a nurse at the Countess of Chester Hospital's neonatal unit. She was convicted of attempting to murder the child, referred as Baby K, following a retrial.

Murder probe launched after wife of a former hockey star found dead

A man has been arrested after the woman - named locally as interior designer Joanne Samak, 42, - was discovered with injuries that 'were not survivable' at the £250,000 property in a picturesque spa town.

Makati, Taguig ‘war’ eyed in Senate building issue

MANILA, Philippines — The territorial dispute and political rivalry between the local governments of Makati and Taguig could be the reason behind Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano’s beef about the new Senate building, Sen. Nancy Binay said yesterday. Binay made the remark after Cayetano allegedly refused to talk to her about the issue, as she prepares for today’s Senate accounts committee hearing for a “review” of the ballooning costs of the building....

SolGen files quo warranto case vs Guo this month

MANILA, Philippines — A quo warranto petition and another case will be filed by the Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) this month against suspended Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo, a suspected Chinese infiltrator. “We’re just waiting for certified copies of our documentary evidence from official sources,” Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra told reporters yesterday. A quo warranto case is a special civil action against a person who usurps,...

Countries with the highest (and lowest) concentration of immigrants

Global migration and immigration are felt and experienced everywhere and by each of us. There are countries out there that boast high immigrant populations, while others have next to nothing. By understanding the patterns of migration, we can better understand the lives of immigrants and nonimmigrants alike. Whether it's the lure of a promising job market, or discouraging and restrictive immigration policies, the things that invite (or deter) immigrants are important to consider. This gallery will not only list the nations with the highest and lowest immigration populations, but also explain the 'why' behind both realities. Click through to discover more.

Tunisian president sets election date for Oct. 6

TUNIS (Reuters) -Tunisian President Kais Saied on Monday set the presidential election date for Oct. 6 and is widely expected to seek a second term, with at least one potential candidate in jail and others facing prosecution. Elected president in 2019, Saied has not officially announced his candidacy but said last year he will not hand power to what he called non-patriots. The opposition says

PNP probes cop allegedly planting evidence in Iloilo anti-drug op

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) is investigating the circumstances surrounding the viral video of an anti-illegal drugs operation in Iloilo province showing a policeman allegedly planting evidence. PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said the Western Visayas police conducted the operation in Barangay Poblacion in Duenas, Iloilo, resulting in the arrest of a male individual. READ: Court finds cop guilty of torturing...

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

UNITED NATIONS — 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 presumptive Republican nominee’s claim, 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 Ukrainians. I...

PAOCC files raps vs Chinese citizens involved in raided Pampanga Pogo

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) on Tuesday filed criminal complaints against two Chinese citizens for their involvement in illegal activities in a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (Pogo) hub in Porac, Pampanga. Named in the complaint were Qin Ren Gou, 37 years old, and Jiang Shi Guang, 41 years old, both from Hebei province of China. They were arrested during a raid at the Pogo hub where Lucky...

Putin arrives in Kazakhstan for Russia-China dominated SCO summit

(Reuters) - Russia's President Vladimir Putin arrived in Kazakhstan on Wednesday for regional security and defence talks, the Kremlin said, as well as a series of bilateral meetings, including with Chinese and Turkish leaders. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), a forum established by China and Russia in 2001 as a guardian of security in the Eurasia region, will meet for their summit on

US has 'undeniable complicity' in Gaza war killings, say former US officials

By Kanishka Singh and Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A dozen former U.S. government officials who quit over U.S. support for Israel's war in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday accused President Joe Biden's administration of "undeniable complicity" in the killing of Palestinians in the enclave. In a joint statement, the 12 former government officials said the administration was violating U.S. laws

Police launch manhunt for killers of UBJP member

COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — The Cotabato City Police Office (CCPO) has intensified its manhunt operation against gunmen who shot dead a former purok (sub-village) leader of Barangay Rosary Heights 8 or Notre Dame on Monday morning. Police Lieutenant Jonathan Marciano, the station commander for Police Station 2 of CCPO, identified the victim as Maria Alona Villar, 50, a resident of Barangay Notre Dame. The victim, according to reports, is...

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

Satellite images reveal FOUR Chinese spy stations stationed in Cuba

The 'electronic eavesdropping' facilities, located just 100 miles off the coast of Florida, could allow China to scoop up a 'treasure trove of data' from U.S. military bases.

Fake Irish heiress Marianne Smyth is extradited to the UK

A judge in Maine ruled that there was sufficient evidence for extradition of the American, who accusers say has also fashioned herself as a witch, a psychic and a friend to Hollywood stars.

French candidates bow out in bid to block far-right

By Sudip Kar-Gupta and Dominique Vidalon PARIS (Reuters) -Opponents of France's National Rally (RN) stepped up their bid to block the far-right party from power on Tuesday as more candidates agreed to pull out of this weekend's run-off election to avoid splitting the anti-RN vote. More than 200 candidates have confirmed they will not stand in Sunday's second-round for France's 577-seat national

Why Exactly is the Philippines the World's Top Rice Importer?

Is it because of corruption, incompetence, bad politicians, or laziness? According to IRRI, the answer is quite simple.

Barbers: No sinophobia, we’re only against Chinese doing illegal things

MANILA, Philippines — Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers again maintained that he and other House of Representatives lawmakers are not racist or sinophobes, noting that they are merely against Chinese individuals doing illegal things in the country. In a press briefing on Tuesday, Barbers was asked about netizens’ observations that he has been vocal when it comes to issues involving Chinese nationals—like the West Philippine Sea (WPS),...

Minnesota prosecutor provides most detailed account yet of shooting deaths of 3 first responders

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Police investigating a potential sexual abuse case in a Minneapolis suburb found themselves in a gunbattle against a well-armed resident in a darkened home while trying to protect seven children inside, a prosecutor said Tuesday in a report on the shootings that left two officers and a paramedic dead. Dakota County Attorney Kathryn Keena made the revelation in a memo, based on an investigation by the state Bureau of Criminal...

Revealing the CIA's controversial history

Previously known as the Office of Strategic Services, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) played a crucial role in covert operations during and after World War II. Today, the CIA is infamous for its alleged disregard for federal and international laws, with rumors suggesting that it undertakes projects not even privy to the President of the United States. Indeed, the secretive organization has been involved in various shady activities, including overthrowing governments, orchestrating false flag operations, and introducing highly addictive drugs into the US. And as declassified covert CIA operations come to light, they make for riveting dissemination. Intrigued? Keep reading to discover more about these clandestine endeavors.

Michael Gove calls Keir Starmer the 'Jellyfish of British Politics'

Michael Gove shows unwavering support for Conservative Party Leader Rishi Sunak at his late night campaign in London. Labelling Labour leader Keir as the 'Jellyfish of British Politics!'

China coast guard says Philippine ships’ presence at Sabina Shoal violated China’s sovereignty

BEIJING — The China Coast Guard said the Philippines on Monday dispatched three vessels to resupply a Philippine coast guard vessel (9701) “illegally” stranded on a reef in the South China Sea that Beijing claimed as part of its territory. In a statement on Tuesday, the China Coast Guard said it had followed and monitored the supply […]

3 die of suffocation while allegedly hunting for gold in Misamis Oriental

Three people died due to suffocation while allegedly searching for gold down a hole they have dug in Balingasag, Misamis Oriental, on Monday, July 1, 2024. The fatalities included two men, 48 and 38 years old, and the 15-year-old son of one of the victims. Their companion, a minor, survived and is recuperating in the hospital. Investigation showed that the water pump engine the victims used may have exploded and the smoke it emitted suffocated...

Boris Johnson makes triumphant return to Conservative front line

With just a day of campaigning left before Brits go to the polls, the formerPrime Minister put to bed any rumours of a feud with Rishi Sunak in a last ditch attempt to cling on to blue seats.

One killed after shooting outside Newport Beach mall leading to high speed chase: Reports

One person was killed after a shooting outside the Fashion Island mall's Barnes and Noble in Newport Beach, California, police said.

Water firms 'facing lawsuits' and 'prisons near capacity'

A Supreme Court ruling on sewage and the crisis of overcrowding in the UK's prisons lead the papers.

Good Samaritan is beaten to death trying to break up a fight

Dahal Umesh, 41, died in hospital on Tuesday morning after fighting for life since the beating by at least two people on Saturday night during a concert at a Top Golf in Nashville.

DFA chides North Korea over missile launch

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Tuesday condemned the recent ballistic missile launch by North Korea, saying it causes tensions to rise in the Korean Peninsula and instability in the Indo-Pacific region. Two ballistic missiles were launched 10 minutes apart by North Korea on Monday just a day after the joint military drills among South Korea, Japan and the United States concluded. READ: North Korea fires two...

Vote to give SNP 'historic hammering', urges Ruth Davidson

Scots voters should seize their chance to give the SNP a 'historic hammering' in tomorrow's General Election , Ruth Davidson has said.