4-year-old boy found dead in river laid to rest in Talisay

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The boy who met his untimely demise after falling into a river in Brgy. Inayawan, Cebu City on Sunday, June 30, has been laid to rest less than a week after his passing. He was only four years old. The boy’s funeral was held at the Cansojong Public Cemetery in Talisay City, Cebu on Friday, July 5. READ MORE: Cebu Daily Newscast: Cebu City accident: Boy’s ‘basketball date’ with pa ends in tragedy Cebu City accident: Boy’s...

World leaders react to Labour's sweeping victory in UK election

(Reuters) -Keir Starmer will be Britain's next prime minister after his centre-left Labour Party won a huge majority in a parliamentary election, defeating Rishi Sunak's Conservatives and ending their 14 years of often tumultuous rule. Here are some reactions to the news: BRAZILIAN PRESIDENT LUIZ INACIO LULA DA SILVA, ON X: "I'd like to salute Keir Starmer, the new Prime Minister of the United

Three Black Sea countries launch new minesweeping force

China denies aiming missiles at PH targets

(UPDATE) CHINA has said that it does "not pose a threat" to the Philippines as it refuted claims by Sen. Imee Marcos that Chinese missiles were aimed at targets in the country. Marcos had posted a video on TikTok and Facebook in which she said that China had identified 25 targets that it would attack with hypersonic missiles. In a press briefing in Beijing on Thursday, Mao Ning, spokesman for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said: "I'm not...

Russia claimed its forces built tunnels to attack Ukrainians from behind

Army rescues NPA ‘child warrior’ in Eastern Samar

BORONGAN CITY, Philippines – The Army’s 42nd Infantry Battalion (IB) rescued a 16-year-old “child warrior” who was abandoned by his comrades at Can-avid town in Eastern Samar. Capt. Doonie Rey Diola, civil-military operations officer of the 42nd IB, said the minor, recruited by his relatives to join the New People’s Army (NPA), was endorsed to the Department of Social Welfare and Development for rehabilitation. “This clearly shows that the...

PNP: No info on possible SONA threats

THE Philippine National Police (PNP) said Friday that they had not detected any security threats for the State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. President Marcos Jr. is set to deliver his 3rd SONA on July 22. According to PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil, the PNP is still making refinements on traffic management plans to minimize inconvenience to the public. "As for the SONA, we haven't received any threats,...

Two arrested on suspicion of murder after stabbing

Police say a 19-year-old man and a 20-year-old man remain in custody.

Countermeasures against Chinese 'aggression' in WPS

Last of two parts THIS article presents the second half of proposed countermeasures against Chinese aggression in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). The Philippines has exhausted the utility of filing diplomatic protests against China, which have proven largely ineffective in deterring further incursions. The previously discussed countermeasures form part of the "porcupine" strategy, a military and geopolitical approach typically employed by smaller...

Ex-church volunteer arrested in Cebu City buy-bust; P7.1M worth of shabu seized

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – A former church volunteer was arrested in a buy-bust operation in Sitio Lumboy, Barangay San Roque, Cebu City, on Friday, July 5, 2024, at around 3:50 a.m. The suspect, identified as 48-year-old Amparo Moncada Gaviola, also known as Farah, is a resident of Stockton Village, Barangay Punta Princesa, Cebu City. Police confiscated 1,050 grams of suspected shabu worth P7.1 million from Gaviola. They also seized a bundle of...

Beijing on missiles: China not a threat to any country

MANILA, Philippines — China is neither confirming nor denying a claim by Sen. Imee Marcos that it has hypersonic missiles aimed at 25 targets in the Philippines. But while it claims that its position is defensive and not a threat to any country, China warns it is ready to act when threatened. “I’m not sure what the Philippine side’s source was, but I can tell you that China is committed to peaceful development and a national defense policy that...

Iranians vote in run-off presidential race amid widespread apathy

By Parisa Hafezi DUBAI (Reuters) -Iranians voted on Friday for a run-off presidential election that will test the clerical rulers' popularity amid voter apathy at a time of regional tensions and a standoff with the West over Tehran's nuclear programme. State TV said polling stations opened their doors to voters at 8 a.m. local time (0430 GMT). Polling was to have ended at 6 p.m. (1430 GMT), but

PCG sends Virgin of Antipolo to Pag-asa Island

MANILA, Philippines — There is hope in prayer for the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), which is invoking the intercession of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage for the easing of tension with China and helping the Philippines “overcome challenges” to its sovereignty. PCG head chaplain Fr. Lowie Palines yesterday celebrated mass at the Antipolo Cathedral – also called the International Shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage – where he called on...

PCG rescues injured Chinese seafarer off Antique

MANILA, Philippines —The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rescued a Chinese seafarer who lost his left thumb off Caluya, Antique. PCG rescued the Chinese national is an engineer of Hongkong-flagged bulk carrier MV BBG Qinzhou. The incident occurred while the ship was about 20.69 nautical miles west of Semirara Port at around 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. “The 35-year-old second engineer said he was accidentally cut by a fan blade or metal, resulting in...

DA to start mass trial of ASF vaccine

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture will start the mass trial of the vaccine against African swine fever (ASF), as the DA expects the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve its commercial distribution in the country this month. “This (mass trial) is a big development in our campaign (against ASF)… We hope that within this year (the trials will be completed) so that we will no longer have problems with ASF,” DA Assistant...

History's most famous examples of parricide

Parricide is a form of murder that refers to the killing of a parent, whether it be the mother, father, or both. A study conducted in 2019 revealed that parricide is the least common type of murder. The rarity of these incidents could explain why they receive such extensive media coverage and are incredibly chilling. Typically, this unusual crime is committed by white males with no prior criminal record. Female perpetrators of parricide are exceptionally rare, but there are a few instances documented on this disturbing list. To explore more about these terrifying crimes where parents were tragically murdered by their own offspring, simply click through the gallery.

AFP warns of China influencing education, business, LGUs, media

The Armed Forces of the Philippines has warned of China's "united front works" aimed at influencing Philippine sectors such as those in education, business, local governments, and the media. According to Joseph Morong's report on "24 Oras," AFP chief of staff General Romeo Brawner Jr. said the aim was to degrade the value system and divide the Filipinos. “One way of fighting really without firing a single shot is to infiltrate into the various...

PNP warns against 'warrant of arrest' scams

The Philippine National Police warned against the recent proliferation of text scams that threaten recipients with lawsuits and arrests. According to a 24 Oras report by Emil Sumangil on Friday, the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group called the new ploy a “warrant of arrest” scam. The texts often claim that recipients have existing cases for which they will be arrested. Some texts feature officer names, PNP offices, and the words “warrant” and...

Thief caught taking phone in Cebu City mall, says sorry to victim

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A man, who was caught grabbing a phone inside a woman’s bag at an arcade inside a shopping mall in Cebu City, reportedly apologized to the victim who caught him in the act before giving it back. The failed theft attempt happened inside a shopping mall in Brgy. Mabolo, Cebu City on Thursday afternoon, July 4, 2025. The incident was captured on video by one of the victims, who then posted it online to raise awareness. READ...

Philippine public diplomacy and China's conduct in the South China Sea

First word TRADITIONALISTS distinguish between a foreign policy based on values and a foreign policy based on interests. They describe as vital those interests that would directly affect national security and thus merit the use of force. National strategic interests are vital because if we fail to protect them, our very survival would be at stake. If there is one area where Manila is outsmarting Beijing in the contest for support and...

Jersey Chief Minister sits in the BBC hot seat

Lyndon Farnham talks to the BBC about public sector redundancies and the new hospital at Overdale.

Marcos to issue EO on ‘nomad visa’, says PSAC-Tourism

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the drafting of an executive order (EO) for the immediate implementation of “nomad visas” without tax incentives. The Private Sector Advisory Council for Tourism (PSAC-Tourism) disclosed this information on Friday, following its recommendation for the issuance of the EO “which can be added once a related bill is passed.” “[President Marcos] supports this interim solution and has...

Protesters should not inconvenience public during SONA – PNP chief

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil urged activists not to inconvenience the public when they hold their rallies during the third State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Marcos, saying city roads are not for anyone’s exclusive use. Marbil vowed police officers will exercise maximum tolerance in dealing with anti-government demonstrators expected to jam the stretch of Commonwealth...

P4P asks Marcos to probe ERC ‘passivity’ amid power rate hikes

METRO MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. should look into the “passivity” of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) in stopping power price hikes and its delays in conducting regulatory rate reset for distribution utilities and investigations of power supply agreements (PSAs). The People for Power Coalition (P4P) made the recommendation in a complaint letter sent to the president. In a statement issued on Friday, P4P said...

Thumb-bite Deliveroo rider given suspended sentence

Jeniffer Rocha attacked a customer in an argument over a pizza delivery in 2022.

Amos apologizes for sudden exit

MANILA, Philippines — Mason Amos apparently did not inform the Ateneo Blue Eagles of his departure from their nest. In the aftermath of that decision that shook the Katipunan-based crew and the entire collegiate scene, Amos issued an apology for his actions that could have been “handled better.” “It’s been a tough week with a decision I made due to my reasons. However, my actions were unacceptable and not called for,” posted the 19-year-old...

Body found in search for missing 85-year-old man

Missing George Fewtrell from Cheshire walked 27 miles and was last seen in North Wales.

UK elects most diverse parliament in history

By Suban Abdulla LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's new Prime Minister Keir Starmer will oversee a parliament more ethnically diverse and more female than ever after securing a landslide victory in the election on Thursday that ended 14 years of Conservative rule. Black, Asian and ethnic minority lawmakers will represent around 13% of the House of Commons, up from 10% in 2019, when Britain last held a

Meet Britain's first MP born in the 21st century who's just 22

Fresh-faced Sam Carling clinched a narrow victory over veteran Conservative MP Shailesh Vara last night, claiming the North West Cambridgeshire for Labour by just 39 votes.

Kenya rights groups decry abductions as government cracks down on protests

By Olivia Kumwenda-Mtambo and Mukelwa Hlatshwayo NAIROBI (Reuters) - Kenyan activist Bill Eugene Omollo was walking home after dark in his Nairobi neighbourhood on June 20 when he spotted trouble - two men eyeing him next to a parked white pick-up without number plates. The 28-year-old had been involved in the youth-led protests that have upended Kenya since last month and had been released by

K-12 adjustments considered to boost SHS grads employability – Marcos

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said several changes in the K-12 curriculum of the Department of Education (DepEd) are being considered to improve the employability of senior high school (SHS) graduates. According to Marcos, the K-12 curriculum failed to increase the employability of SHS graduates when it was the ultimate goal for its implementation. “Ginawa natin ‘yung K-12 dahil hinahanap ang years of training sa...

MARINA to shipping firms: Avoid sailing through conflict zones

MANILA, Philippines — To prevent more Filipino seafarers from being endangered, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) will appeal to shipping firms to prevent their ships from sailing in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. The agency would “appeal to the international community in urging shipping lines to avoid passing through conflict zones such as the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, following several attacks by Houthi rebels,” MARINA said in a...

Kin of Geneva Lopez, boyfriend seek NBI assistance in search

The relatives of missing beauty pageant contestant Geneva Lopez and fiancé Yitshak Cohen approached the National Bureau of Investigation for assistance in searching for the missing couple two weeks after their disappearance. According to a 24 Oras report by Oscar Oida on Friday, Cohen’s brother, Yaniv, and Lopez’s sister visited the NBI headquarters. Yanic said that his brother did not mention any sort of threat or danger to his life during...

Jailed Russian dissident moved to prison hospital

Vladimir Kara-Murza's wife has frequently expressed worries about his health.

Countries with the biggest population declines

The United Nations predicts that the global population will reach 9.7 billion by 2050, and further increase to 10.4 billion by 2100. This growth is driven partly by declining death rates and an increase in average life expectancy. However, some regions, particularly in Europe, are facing population declines due to lower birth rates and a trend towards smaller families. It's projected that by 2050 the populations of 61 countries or areas will decrease by at least 1%, largely due to low fertility and also high emigration rates. Curious? Check out this gallery to find out if your country is in the 'top' 20 when it comes to decreasing populations.

Romualdez wants probe into illegal Pogos, unmasking of masterminds

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has directed concerned committees to thoroughly investigate rogue Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos), the criminal activities surrounding it and to identify those behind it. Romualdez on Friday said that his directive was in response to alarming reports of illegitimate Pogos being involved in crimes like human trafficking, money laundering, prostitution,...

Cannibalism and massacres: The dark history of the Oregon Trail

The Oregon Trail connected the Missouri River in the east to the Oregon valleys in the west. From 1841 to 1869, approximately 350,000 people set out on the trail, and an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 lost their lives while doing so. There would be no America as we know it today without the Oregon Trail, and in this gallery we bring you the highlights of its (quite dark) history. Click through to learn more.

30 illegal things nearly every American has done

So you don't steal or murder or light things on fire, but you're not as innocent as you think! Approximately 70% of the US population has done something that could've landed them in jail, according to The Infographics Show. Are you part of that population? Click through this gallery to find out.

Preparations underway for 2024 POPCEN-CBMS census

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The public is once again urged to cooperate with enumerators who would collect demographic data for census information. Representatives from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA 7) aired this reminder on Wednesday, July 4 in the in the Kapihan sa PIA with Chief Statistical Specialist of the PSA7 Statistical Operations and Coordination Division, Leopoldo Alfanta Jr. and the PSA Cebu Senior Statistical Specialist...

Who was Lord Mountbatten and why was he assassinated?

Lord Mountbatten was a close relative of the British royal family, an officer in the British Royal Navy, and later in life the British Viceroy of India and its first Governor-General. He was the father of Patricia Knatchbull and Lady Pamela Hicks, as well as a mentor to Prince Phillip and then-Prince Charles. On August 27, 1979, Lord Mountbatten was killed by an IRA (Irish Republican Army) bomb, which accelerated growing tensions between England and Northern Ireland. If you're curious about the life of this British noble and are keen to discover why he was targeted by the IRA, click through the gallery to find out.

Octogenarian, son-in-law killed in Maguindanao gun attack

COTABATO CITY, Philippines – Gunmen shot dead an 80-year-old woman and her son-in-law in a daytime attack on Thursday in Barangay Poblacion, Ampatuan town in Maguindanao del Sur. Brig. Gen. Prexy Tanggawohn, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region police director, cited an Ampatuan police report yesterday that identified the victims as farmer Kael Nandang and his mother-in-law, Kalmo Butatek, 80. Tanggawohn said Nandang and Butatek were in their front yard...

Two people bailed in funeral home inquiry

A 54-year-old woman and a 46-year old man were arrested on suspicion of various fraud offences.

NAC chief to rebels: Apply for amnesty

MANILA, Philippines — Saying that the government amnesty program is a “benevolent act,” National Amnesty Commission (NAC) chairperson Leah Tanodra-Armamento urged all qualified former rebels to avail themselves of the program. “I would like to call on all members of the groups that have been proclaimed by the President who are qualified to apply for amnesty, to avail of this benevolent act of the President because it may not come again. So,...

Starmer's first and Sunak's last speeches as Prime Minister

Keir Starmer gave his first speech outside Downing Street just hours after Rishi Sunak gave his final speech, ahead of handing in his resignation as Prime Minister.

Rapist who attacked women and children jailed

Peter Barnes is a "manipulative predator" who targeted children as young as nine, the CPS says.

Remedies against charging multiple crimes in single complaint

Dear PAO, I saw the news about a case involving X, who faces accusations of sexual abuse. It appears that although only one complaint was filed by the prosecutor, X is charged with two crimes within the same complaint. A foreign friend said that such a practice is prohibited in their country. Do we have the same "rule"? I'm seeking clarity on our laws because I'm concerned about fairness for X in this situation. Is there a remedy available to...

Solicitor General files petition to cancel Alice Guo's birth certificate | INQToday

The Office of the Solicitor General says it filed a petition to cancel the birth certificate ofsuspended Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo.

Marcos OKs Jolo airport development

MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos ordered yesterday the immediate implementation of the P100-million Jolo airport development project to further spur economic activities in Sulu province. The President issued the directive during the distribution of assistance to farmers and fisherfolk affected by El Niño in Patikul town. “Along with our distribution of aid is the good news about our push for the Jolo airport development project,” the...

Hundreds protest against fuel price hikes in Ecuador

Quito, Ecuador — Hundreds of workers, teachers and students protested in Ecuador’s capital on Thursday against fuel price rises ordered by President Daniel Noboa in a bid to save government money spent on subsidies. Chanting “Out, Noboa, out!” and holding signs reading “Gasoline goes up, everything goes up,” the demonstrators marched to the presidential headquarters in Quito, which was guarded by police and military personnel. In June, Ecuador’s...

Police arrest five men after woman's body discovered in bungalow

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene after officers were called to an address in Radiant Road in Thurncourt, Leicestershire, at 6am yesterday.