PARIS (AP) — Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa said Wednesday that his country is holding indirect talks with Israel to prevent recent hostilities from getting out of control. He spoke on his first visit to Europe since taking office in January, and as he seeks to broaden ties to Western...
The Philippines and the United States concluded on a “constructive and positive note” their trade talks amid the US’ imposition of reciprocal tariffs on Philippine goods. Philippine Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs, Secretary Frederick Go (right),...
Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru will arrive on Tuesday, April 29, to meet with President Marcos to discuss regional maritime security, the Japanese Embassy in Manila disclosed. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru (MB, AP File Photos) ...
Educators today likely find themselves in a constant cycle of professional development—attending week-long trainings, joining webinar marathons, or enrolling in online courses, all to "keep up." Yet, just as teachers grasp the latest tech tool or pedagogical trend, another wave of change washes...
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks during a press conference in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka) LONDON (AP) — Diplomats and defense chiefs from Britain, the U.S., European nations and Ukraine will meet in London on Wednesday to push for a...
A dead man is removed from the rubble of the Manoun family's house after it was targeted by an Israeli army strike in Jabalia al-Balad, Gaza City, Sunday, April 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi) DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A Hamas official said Monday that the Palestinian militant...
This combo shows Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, left, pictured in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 and Steve Witkoff, right, White House special envoy, pictured in Washington, Wednesday, March 19, 2025. (AP Photos Stringer, Mark Schiefelbein) ROME (AP) — Talks between Iran...
President Donald Trump, left, shakes hands with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he leaves the West Wing of the White House, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday the U.S. will hold direct...
Corporate governance in financial reporting plays a significant role in ensuring that the financial statements prepared by a company’s management are transparent, accountable, and imbued with integrity. Effective corporate governance in financial reporting enhances investor confidence by ensuring...
Looking back on my seven years of service in the Commission on Audit (COA), I can say with conviction that I gave my all. I did all I could for the commission and its betterment. From the integrity pledging sessions visiting all regions, to the Covid-19 webinars, to explaining project reporting of...
In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Office, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets with Saudi's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the Royal Palace in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Monday, March 10, 2025. (Ukrainian Presidential Press Office via AP) JEDDAH, Saudi...
It’s that time of year again, when we choose our leaders for national and local positions. May 2025 elections are right around the corner. The 90-day campaign period for senatorial candidates and party-list groups kicked off last Feb. 11, 2025. On March 28, 2025, the 45-day campaign period for...
