BEIRUT (AP) — Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon killed at least five people Friday, while Hezbollah fired rockets on northern Israel without in inflicting any casualties. The Health Ministry in Lebanon said that an Israeli airstrike on the southern village of Toura near the port city of...
The provincial government of Bulacan reaffirmed its commitment to the arts as Vice Governor Alex Castro, representing Governor Daniel R. Fernando, welcomed more than 120 local and international artists to the 13th Pulilan Mandala International Art Festival. Castro expressed gratitude to...
Vice President Sara Duterte criticized Palace Press Officer and Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro, saying statements from Malacañang representatives could embarrass the country. During an interview released by the Office of the Vice President on Friday, May 8,...
MADRID (AP) — Spanish authorities on Friday were preparing to receive more than 140 passengers and crew members on board a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands, where health officials have said they will perform careful evacuations. The vessel is expected to reach the...
Vice President Sara Duterte shared former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s (PRRD) message to supporters gathered in The Hague, saying her father urged Filipinos to pray for the country and for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. amid the nation 's challenges. During an interview released by the...
CAVITE – A fire broke out in a factory located at the First Cavite Industrial Estate in Dasmariñas City on Friday, May 8. The Dasmariñas City Fire Station told the Manila Bulletin that the industrial fire was reported at 9:33 a.m. The flames reached the first alarm at 9:37 a.m. and escalated...
The Pasay City Traffic and Parking Management Office (TPMO) advised motorists to expect temporary road closures early Saturday morning, May 9, as traffic rerouting will be implemented for the staging of the “Popeye Fun Run 2026.” According to TPMO head Ferdinand Lee, several major roads along...
LONDON (AP) – The BBC is hosting a party for David Attenborough at the Royal Albert Hall. Cinemas are playing his nature films. Friends have spent weeks lavishing praise on the man and his work. But the world’s most famous wildlife presenter is likely to be uncomfortable with all the attention...
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) – The Iran war’s shaky ceasefire was further strained on Friday as the United Arab Emirates ' responded to a missile and drone attack hours after the US said it thwarted attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliated against Iranian...
VATICAN CITY (AP) – Pope Leo XIV had tried during his first year as pontiff to insist that his essential role was that of a pastor accompanying his flock. President Donald Trump’s continuing criticisms – and Leo’s increasingly bold retorts – complicated the effort and overshadowed...
In an apparent swipe at the current administration, Vice President Sara Duterte criticized leaders who are heavily affected by public criticism, saying officials who react strongly to ordinary citizens are “sensitive, insecure, and afraid,” while also blaming poor governance for rising...
The local government of Marikina launched on Friday, May 8, the “Summer IsCool sa Marikina” program, designed to make the vacation more enjoyable for both youth and adults through various learning and recreational activities. Mayor Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro said the program seeks to...
