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New York family of Holocaust victim reclaims Nazi-looted art

US authorities announced Friday the return of another artwork stolen by Nazis to the family of Fritz Grunbaum, the Austiran-Jewish cabaret performer and collector who originally owned it. The drawing, by Austrian expressionist Egon Schiele, was returned at a ceremony Friday by another Austrian-Jewish family, who purchased the piece without knowing that it had been stolen.

US may 'calibrate' Venezuela sanctions policy post-election, officials say

By Matt Spetalnick and Daphne Psaledakis WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Biden administration will "calibrate" its sanctions policy towards Venezuela depending on how the high-stakes election unfolds in the OPEC nation on Sunday, U.S. officials said, signaling that Washington could ease punitive measures if President Nicolas Maduro holds a fair vote. But the U.S. also put Maduro on notice that if he

PMI to pay tribute to late Chino Trinidad in ‘Kumong Bol-Anon 17’

TAGBILARAN CITY, BOHOL — The upcoming “Kumong Bol-Anon 17” boxing event was set to mark a milestone collaboration between PMI Bohol Boxing Promotions and the late veteran sports journalist Chino Trinidad on July 27 in Tagbilaran City, Bohol. Tragically, Trinidad passed away suddenly on July 13, 2024, casting a shadow over what was to be the debut live broadcast of the boxing event. READ MORE: Kumong Bol-Anon 17: PH vs China Showdown in...

She conquered Everest 10 times - and escaped an abusive marriage

Lhakpa Sherpa, who has climbed Everest more than any other woman, wants to inspire women and girls.

Arjo Atayde: New law will modernize gov’t procurement

MANILA, Philippines — The recently signed Republic Act No. 12009, or the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), will ensure that the procedures for the government’s purchase of goods will be modernized, Quezon City 1st District Rep. Arjo Atayde said on Friday. In a statement, Atayde said that laws need to keep up with the times and technologies to boost the fight against corruption. “The Government Procurement Reform Act ensures that our...

Hontiveros says Pogo probe ‘not over yet’: It’s not just about Alice Guo

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Risa Hontiveros said their investigation of Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos) will continue, stressing that it was not only about suspended Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo. She issued the remark even as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the ban on Pogos during his third State of the Nation Address (Sona) at the Batasang Pambansa last July 22. Hontiveros stressed on Friday that the whole offshore...

Man found dead in Navotas River after 'swim race'

The Navotas City Bureau of Fire Protection on Friday morning recovered the body of a man in Navotas River who went missing Tuesday after an alleged swim race with a friend in Malabon City. In Vonne Aquino’s report on “Saksi,” Barangay Bangkulasi kagawad Michael Angelo Lita said that two children first discovered the floating body along the river. The victim was identified as Ernesto Oprenario Jr, 26, a resident of Barangay Longos in Malabon...

Boy severely injured in group attack

Two boys were reportedly attacked by a group of eight to 15 teenagers.

How 'El Mayo' Zambada was arrested in the US after 35 years

The last of an original generation of drug cartel leaders, El Mayo evaded arrest for decades. Until now.

Venezuela holds elections on Sunday. Could real change be coming?

An economic crisis has forced millions to flee Venezuela. Could Sunday's election bring real change?

Arson attacks cause travel chaos before start of Paris Olympics

PARIS— Arsonists attacked the French high-speed rail network early Friday, paralyzing travel to Paris from across the rest of France and Europe for some 800,000 people, including Olympic athletes heading to the grand opening ceremony of the Games in the evening. French officials condemned the attacks as “criminal actions,” though they said there was no sign of a direct link to the Games. Prosecutors in Paris opened a national investigation...

Paris Olympics begins with ambitious, sprawling opening ceremony

PARIS — Celebrating its reputation as a cradle of revolution, Paris kicked off its first Summer Olympics in a century on Friday with a rule-breaking opening ceremony studded with stars and fantasy, showcasing the city’s resilience as authorities dealt with suspected acts of sabotage that targeted France’s flagship high-speed rail network. Widespread travel disruptions triggered by what French officials said were coordinated arson attacks on...

Families pay tribute to four friends killed in crash

Andrei Tudorov, Lyuben Gogov, Narcis Titianu, and Ioan Toma died when their car hit a tree.

My family went to help landslide victims and ended up dead

Meselesh Gosaye's home area in Ethiopia was hit by two landslides that buried hundreds under the mud.

What's the fallout of Mexican drug lords' capture?

Two top leaders of Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel were arrested by US agents in Texas during a dramatic operation and without the involvment of Mexican authorities. - Diplomatic repercussions - The Mexican authorities said they were not involved in Thursday's operation or told about it beforehand.

PNP taking steps to take down President Marcos ‘polvoron’ video

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police has taken steps to take down from social media platforms a viral video supposedly showing President Marcos using illegal drugs, a PNP official said yesterday. Col. Jean Fajardo, the PNP’s chief public information officer, said the Anti-Cybercrime Group coordinated with the Department of Information and Communications Technology for the possible removal of the video from social media sites such...

Utah officials deny clemency for man set to be executed for 1998 killing of his girlfriend’s mother

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah officials denied clemency Friday to a man who is set to be executed for the stabbing death of his girlfriend’s mother in 1998. The decision regarding the fate of Taberon Dave Honie, who is scheduled to die by lethal injection Aug. 8, was announced in a one-paragraph notice from Scott Stephenson, chair of the Utah Board of Pardons and Parole. “After carefully reviewing all submitted information and considering all...

Boy, 16, killed woman after inhaling laughing gas

The youth and victim had a physical fight, during which he stabbed her in the chest.

Uganda protester sexually assaulted in police cell - lawyer

The police have denied opposition accusations that protesters were sexually assaulted in custody.

Man denies string of sexual offences

Joshua Atkinson, 27, pleaded not guilty to 11 counts of rape.

Paris Olympics: Argentina coach slams ‘scandal’ in loss to Morocco

The head of Argentina’s football federation said the chaotic ending to its Paris Olympics football match against Morocco on Wednesday “makes no sense,” and coach Javier Mascherano called the scene “a scandal.” The opening match of the men’s football tournament was suspended for nearly two hours during added time after Morocco fans invaded the field and threw bottles in protest of a late goal by Argentina. The goal was later overturned by the...

‘Sabotage’ on French rail network before Olympics: What we know

Arson attacks scrambled France’s high-speed rail network for tens of thousands of passengers on Friday, after what officials called premeditated acts of “sabotage” just hours before the Paris Olympics opened. Friday’s attacks were launched as the French capital was under heavy security ahead of the Games opening ceremony, with 300,000 spectators and an audience of VIPs expected at the event. READ MORE: Locked-down Paris nervously awaits Olympics...

North Korea's Kim calls for 'people's paradise' marking Korean War 'Victory Day'

SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said it was a sacred mission of the current generation to build a "paradise for the people" based on the ideology defended by a previous generation of victors with their blood as the country marked the Korean War anniversary on Saturday. Kim visited memorials honouring the veterans of the 1950-53 war on Friday including the Tower of Friendship

'Massive attack' on French rail threatens more chaos

French rail officials warned of travel chaos for hundreds of thousands of people throughout the weekend after saboteurs following a meticulous plan paralysed much of the train network Friday as the Olympic Games started. With one of France's busiest holiday travel weekends clashing with the start of the Olympics, SNCF said about a quarter of trains will be cancelled on Saturday and Sunday on the lines attacked.

Firefighters tackle blaze in town centre

The fire service warns people in Kettering to keep their windows and doors closed.

Ambuklao, Binga dam gates still open July 27

Some gates of the Ambuklao and Binga dams in Luzon remained open on Saturday morning, July 27, data from PAGASA showed. Ambuklao Dam in Bokod, Benguet had one gate open at 0.50 meters as of 8 a.m. This was a decrease from the six floodgates open on Friday morning. Binga Dam in Itogon, Benguet meanwhile had two gates open on Saturday morning at 1 meter. Six floodgates were open on Friday morning. Ambuklao Dam's water level reading was at 751.03...

One killed, nine injured in blast at Russian gas field, says Russia's technical watchdog

MOSCOW (Reuters) -A blast at the East Urengoy gas condensate field in the Yamal-Nenets region in Russia's Arctic has killed one worker and injured nine others and its cause is being investigated, Russian technical watchdog Rostechnadzor said on Friday. The facility is operated by a company controlled by Russian state-owned Rosneft. The explosion occurred while crews were preparing to repair some

DOH issues list of medicines currently on price freeze

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Friday released the list of medicines that are on “price freeze” due to the state of calamity declaration in some localities in Luzon. Metro Manila, Batangas, Cainta in Rizal, Cavite, Oriental Mindoro, Bataan, and Bulacan are currently under a state of calamity because of the onslaught of Typhoon Carina (international name: Gaemi) and the southwest monsoon, or “habagat.” READ: DTI orders...

Man started California wildfire by pushing burning car into gully, prosecutor says

By Rich McKay (Reuters) - A man was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of starting a wildfire that forced thousands to flee their homes in a fast-moving blaze that is the largest in California so far this year. Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey said in a statement that the man, Ronnie Dean Stout II, was jailed without bond on a Butte County judge's warrant after he was identified as the

Number of new voter registrants about to reach 5 million, says Comelec

MANILA, Philippines — The Commission of Elections (Comelec) said the number of new voter registrant is nearing the five-million mark ahead of the May 2025 national and local elections. In a data sent to reporters on Friday, the poll body said there are already 4,672,947 new voter registrations from all regions of the country, including its main office in Intramuros, Manila. READ: Comelec breaches 3 million target of new voter registrants The...

DOTr starts feasibility study for Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas railway

MANILA, Philippines — The funding for a feasibility study for a Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas railway is being prepared, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said in a statement on Friday. The railway project is part of the Luzon Economic Corridor initiative unveiled last April during the trilateral summit of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. with US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. According to the DOTr, the plan for...

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BSP ready to welcome more digital banks

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) will resume accepting applications for digital banking licenses in the country after three years, a move that would open up the nascent industry to more players as it navigates the path to profitability. It is still unclear how many digital banking slots would be up for grabs to prospective players, but BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. told the Inquirer that a circular on this matter will be released “soon.”...

30 things that you can't do in some countries

We all know that each nation has its own set of rules and laws, which are crucial to ensure a country's stability. However, certain things we take for granted in our daily lives are banned in some countries. Some of these laws are even considered normal by these countries' citizens, rarely causing problems with their popultations.

Kamala Harris shifts tone on Gaza, but advocates say US voters want more

Palestinian rights advocates demand action as the vice president and presidential candidate expresses sympathy for Gaza.

Couple selling fruits killed after SUV hits their tricycle in Pangasinan

A couple selling fruits died after their tricycle was struck by a sports utility vehicle (SUV) on the national highway in Barangay Maronong, Sta. Barbara, Pangasinan. The victims were identified as Salvador and Barbara Martinez, both 58. Closed circuit television (CCTV) footage captured the moment the SUV, driven by a 21-year-old student, veered into the opposite lane and hit the couple's tricycle. Based on police investigation, the SUV was...

US arrests Mexican drug lord 'El Mayo' and son of 'El Chapo' in Texas

By Drazen Jorgic (Reuters) -Mexican drug kingpin Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada and a son of his former partner, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, were arrested on Thursday in El Paso, Texas, in a major coup for U.S. authorities that may also reshape the Mexican criminal landscape. Zambada is one of the most consequential traffickers in Mexico's history and co-founded the Sinaloa Cartel with El Chapo, who

Bohol acting governor laid to rest

TAGBILARAN CITY – Boholanos on Friday, July 26, bid goodbye to Acting Gov. Dionisio Victor Balite. A funeral Mass officiated by Bishop Crispin Varquez of the Diocese of Borongan in Eastern Samar and co-celebrated by Balite’s son, Rev. Fr. Bernadine Jade Dionne Balite was held at the St. Joseph the Worker Cathedral in Tagbilaran City prior to the burial. Balite died last July 17 at the age of 52. READ: President asked to declare Dagohoy Day in...

Mega Millions winning numbers for July 26 drawing: Jackpot now worth $306 million

Mega Millions players, are you feeling lucky? The winning numbers are in for the July 26 drawing.

The Nipah virus outbreak: should you be worried?

Health authorities in the southern Indian state of Kerala are on high alert following a flare-up of the deadly Nipah virus in July 2024. It comes after a 14-year-old boy died from the infection on July 21. The virus was first identified in 1999 in Malaysia and has led to outbreaks in Bangladesh, India, and Singapore. Parts of Kerala are among those most at risk globally for outbreaks of the virus. Nipah, which comes from fruit bats and other animals such as pigs, can cause a lethal, brain-swelling fever in humans. Click on to learn more about the Nipah virus.

Marcos eyes building weirs to reduce flood risk in PH

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday ordered the conduct of a study on building weirs, which can control water flow from the Sierra Madre and reduce flood risk in Rizal province and Metro Manila. Marcos made the pronouncement during a situation briefing in San Mateo, tackling the effects of Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon in Rizal province. According to the Presidential Communications Office, a weir is...

Man who killed mum in crash and fled scene jailed

Leon Roberts is jailed for causing Sharna Burgin's death in Sheffield in February 2023.

Prison employee admits relationship with inmate

A prison employee admits to misconduct in public office relating to her time at HMP Holme House.

More than 180,000 displaced from Gaza’s Khan Younis in four days, UN says

‘About 182,000 people’ displaced from central and eastern Khan Younis from Monday – Thursday, UN OCHA says.

Murder probe dropped over body found in river

A man was arrested after Natalie Dean's body was found in the water last May.

Manchester Mayor calls for calm as police officer now under criminal investigation

The incident at Manchester Airport has sparked two nights of protests in the city and Rochdale, with some 400 people staging a sit-in in central Manchester which caused severe disruption to the city's tram network.

Questions surround German man sentenced to death in Belarus

A heavily choreographed video shows Rico Krieger apparently confessing to planting explosives, but there is no direct evidence shown.

High Court injunction bans protesters from M25

National Highways is given an injunction which bans protesters from disrupting the M25.

Trump says his relationship with Netanyahu has always been good

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited former U.S. President Donald Trump at Trump's Florida resort on Friday (July 26) for a meeting that could ease tensions between two leaders who forged a close alliance during Trump's years in the White House.

INQToday: At least 32 dead due to Carina, habagat; Man dies after falling from New Senate Building

Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories: Marcos: Start of classes set July 29, flood-hit schools may need more time President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. said the opening of classes will continue on Monday, July 29, but administrators of schools affected by the recent flooding have the discretion to decide whether or not they need more time to recover. Marcos shared his directive to the Department of Education (DepEd) after...