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Myanmar Airstrike Kills 50, Philippines Offers ASEAN Talks — 5dThe Philippines, as ASEAN chair, condemned a deadly airstrike in Myanmar’s Rakhine state that killed 50 people and wounded dozens, and offered to facilitate bloc discussions on assistance. Manila said any response should follow ASEAN’s consensus-based approach and support a Myanmar-led solution.

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Catholic Church in the PhilippinesWorld — Sep 28, 2026

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Asian Games Close in Japan, Qatar Receives Flag — 4dThe 20th Asian Games closed Oct. 4, 2026 in Nagoya as Qatar received the OCA flag; the Philippines won 29 medals, its biggest haul since 1966.

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Sam Okafor The Philippines hitting 29 medals is their strongest showing in years and a sign their training programs are paying off.

Tour Bus With Philippine Travelers Overturns in Bavaria, Killing Two — Sep 27, 2026Tour bus with Filipino travelers overturns on A96 near Buchloe Sept. 27, 2026, killing 2 en route to Oktoberfest; about 35 aboard, no other vehicle involved.

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Fulton Sheen Beatified at St. Louis Mass — Sep 24, 2026Archbishop Fulton Sheen was declared blessed at a Mass in St. Louis presided over by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, who praised his life of faith and care for the poor; Pope Leo XIV set Sheen’s feast day for Dec. 9. Sheen’s 1975 preaching visits to the Philippines and a conference examining how his legacy can inspire Catholics underscored his continuing influence.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Philippines and China Trade Blame Over South China Sea Vessel Collision — Sep 18, 2026China Coast Guard vessel CCG-21585 struck BFAR ship BRP Datu Magat Salamat at 11:13 a.m. during a fuel run for fishermen about 54 nautical miles off Palawan.

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Nicole Hardy The Philippines needs stronger allies to push back against repeated harassment in those waters.

AI Adoption Spreads Across Banks, Campuses — Sep 23, 2026Organizations and educators are accelerating AI adoption while emphasizing cost control, practical skills and human oversight: Société Générale is cutting IT costs as it cautiously expands AI, while guidance for students and workers stresses learning generative AI and directing its tools effectively. Initiatives and policies also aim to shape responsible use, including free Gemini access and training for Irish university students and new Philippine higher-education rules on disclosure, integrity and human review.

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Nicole Hardy Philippine rules requiring disclosure and human review of AI work should help maintain standards as more campuses adopt these tools.

West Bank Settlements Expand a Year After Palestinian State Recognition — Sep 17, 2026A year after Western powers recognized a Palestinian state, ground realities have deteriorated as Israeli settlement expansion increases, Palestinian movement is restricted, and the Palestinian Authority is weakened. International responses remain divided while efforts to preserve a two-state solution confront obstacles from plans like Israel's E1 development and ongoing violence, with voices from the Philippines and Amnesty International highlighting urgency to halt actions that threaten viability of a future Palestinian state.

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Florida Lottery Reports $6 Million Winner as Jackpot Climbs — Sep 16, 2026Lottery players nationwide are being reminded how to play and where to claim winnings, with updates from Florida, New York, and multiple states on Sept. 15–16 draws, Mega Millions estimates, and prize rules. Florida reports a $6 million Florida Lotto winner from Aug. 5 and ongoing rollovers, New York highlights Millionaire for Life along with other draw games, and Philippine Ultra Lotto 6/58 details play formats and consecutive-draw options.

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Deadly Southeast Asian Ferry Disasters Spur Safety ScrutinyWorld — Sep 12, 2026Southeast Asia is reeling from deadly ferry incidents in Indonesia and a ferry fire in the Philippines, renewing scrutiny of vessel inspections, seaworthiness checks, and overall maritime safety oversight. Meanwhile, Australia’s Matilda Bay ferry-terminal plan faces safety warnings from opponents and risk assessments, and Lagos is strengthening maritime safety through a targeted ferry safety training module for engineers.

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Sept. 17 Lottery Results and Powerball JackpotsLifestyle — Sep 13, 2026Global lottery updates show mixed outcomes and reforms: the Philippines’ PCSO reported no winners for the Grand Lotto 6/55 and Megalotto 6/45 jackpots on Sept 14, 2026, while New Zealand moves to a 14-ball Powerball format starting Sept 16 with a higher $60 million cap and altered odds. Meanwhile, Daily Lotto results were posted in South Africa with notable jackpot estimates, and apps continue to provide alerts and terms of use for lottery results across regions.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Couple marries in flooded church after monsoon in Philippines; bride walks the aisle in waist-deep waterGood News — Sep 8, 2026A Philippine couple held their wedding in a flooded church after monsoon rains, with the bride wading through waist-deep water to reach the altar on September 1.

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Philippines warns China may exploit US-South Korea drill cuts — Sep 7, 2026Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro warns that Beijing could exploit cuts to US-South Korea drills to reassert itself in the Indo-Pacific, while Manila has received definite assurances that US commitments to the Philippines remain unchanged. He also notes Manila’s expanding security ties with the US and other partners as tensions in the region persist and cautions about China’s use of influence operations.

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Rachel Meyers Manila is smart to diversify partners instead of relying on one ally, spreads the risk around.

Over 150,000 Evacuated as Typhoon Kalmaegi Bears Down on the Philippines — Nov 3, 2025More than 150,000 residents fled their homes in eastern Philippine provinces Monday as Typhoon Kalmaegi roared in from the Pacific Ocean, bringing warnings of torrential rain, destructive winds, and storm surges up to…

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‘Significant’ Financial Loss Forces CNN to Shut Down Philippines Branch After 9 YearsReporting — Jan 30, 2024CNN’s financial woes seemingly extend well beyond just America. Variety reported that the broadcasting network will shut its operations in the Philippines on Wednesday after “accumulat losses of more than $89 million”…

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The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

US Condemns China Coast Guard Actions in SCS — Jul 20, 2026China Coast Guard vessels attacked Philippine Navy personnel at Ayungin Shoal, with a baton strike injuring a sailor and damaging a Philippine rubber boat as AFP and BRP Sierra Madre operations continued in accordance with international law. The Philippines denounces the actions as violent and unlawful, condemns a pattern of harassment around Ayungin Shoal, and reiterates its commitment to lawful operations and the 2016 Arbitral Award.

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Philippine couple marry in flooded churchWorld — Sep 1, 2026A Philippine couple wed in a flooded Catholic church in Hagonoy as heavy monsoon rains drenched the region, with the ceremony proceeding despite rising waters and fewer than 15 attendees. The bride’s gown was altered to shorten the train to navigate the flood, and the event drew widespread attention as authorities reported casualties from the rains.

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Roblox, Meta pledge stronger child protection in PhilippinesTech — Aug 27, 2026Philippine officials announced that Meta and Roblox will bolster child-safety protections for local users, including AI-assisted age verification, stricter messaging safeguards, faster takedowns of harmful content, and closer law-enforcement cooperation, with Roblox planning a Philippine office by October and Meta designating a local presence. The talks come amid a broader push to regulate online platforms following a fatal shooting and a recent US settlement by Meta, underscoring ongoing efforts to curb online harms and expand digital-literacy and safety measures in the country.

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Philippine inflation cools to 6.1% as rice prices keep soaring — Sep 4, 2026Philippines inflation eased to 6.1% in August, the fourth straight monthly deceleration, led by slower food and housing costs even as transport inflation rose due to higher oil prices. Core inflation eased to 4.1%, the eight‑month average sits at 5.2%, and the BSP’s 5.5–6.5% forecast range remains intact while policymakers monitor Middle East tensions and weather risks.

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Sam Okafor Glad BSP is keeping an eye on Middle East tensions, because one supply shock and we're right back to double digit inflation talk.

Philippine bettor claims multimillion-peso jackpot as global lottery results roll in — Sep 6, 2026Lotto and lottery results dominated headlines across multiple countries the past few days, with a 6/49 Lotto winner in the Philippines securing a multi‑million prize and UK, US Oklahoma, South Africa, and other draws posting large jackpots and detailed claiming instructions. The coverage highlights tax deductions on Filipino winnings, rollovers in major Lotto draws, and the ongoing public interest in matches and potential millionaires.

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Rachel Meyers Always wonder how many people forget to check their tickets after draws like this, probably more than we think.

Philippines Plans Expanded Drone Fleet — Aug 25, 2026The Philippines plans a significant expansion of its unmanned drone capabilities as part of a 50 billion peso modernization program for 2027, with increased emphasis on external defense and preparedness against rising tensions with China in the South China Sea. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said the effort includes developing secure communications, network capabilities, and integration with other major assets like guided-missile corvettes, while highlighting that drone expansion is one element of a broader push to strengthen external defense.

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Rubio Arrives Manila as US Condemns China ActionsWorld — Jul 21, 2026The United States condemned China’s dangerous and aggressive actions after a clash with the Philippine Navy in the South China Sea as Rubio arrived in Manila for ASEAN meetings, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to freedom of navigation and the regional defense umbrella, and signaling openness to a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Manila and Beijing trade allegations over an incident near a disputed outpost, with China denying the Philippine account of a Coast Guard injury.

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New Zealand, Philippines Forge Comprehensive Partnership — Jul 21, 2026New Zealand and the Philippines formalized a Comprehensive Partnership, elevating ties across political engagement, defence and security, maritime cooperation, trade and economic ties, and people-to-people links, and they signed education and geothermal-energy cooperation agreements. The partners plan a Plan of Action, celebrate six decades of diplomatic relations, and aim to deepen defense cooperation and trade, including discussions on joining the CPTPP and boosting two-way trade toward 2030.

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Rare Spotted Deer Born at England ZooReporting — Oct 27, 2023One of the world’s rarest animals was born at the Chester Zoo in England — the Philippine spotted deer. According to the Good News Network , the fawn, named Hercules, recently took his first steps outside. He is the…

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