Scientists and tobacco harm reduction (THR) experts stressed that nicotine alone is not the cause of smoking-related diseases and that further studies are needed to know more about its potential therapeutic benefits. Neuroscientist Dr. Paul Newhouse "I have never in all my career as a...
Officials of New Washington, Aklan visited Makati City on a benchmarking mission aimed at learning the city's best practices on gender equality and women's empowerment, as well as its solid waste management initiatives. (Photo from Makati LGU) Present during the event were New Washington officials...
Photo from Parañaque police A man who allegedly orchestrated a robbery that resulted in the killing of his stepson was arrested in a follow-up operation by members of the Parañaque Police on Friday, September 6. The Southern Police District (SPD) said the suspect, identified as alias...
Very Rev. Fr. Richard G. Ang, O.P., Ph. D. was installed on Monday, Sept. 9, as the 97th Rector of the Royal and Pontifical University of Santos Tomas, his second four-year-term, with a promise to elevate the quality of education being offered in the university and its institutions. “As I begin...
The municipality of Lubang is now the sister city of Mandaluyong after inking an agreement that will boost their ties for years to come. (Photo from Mandaluyong LGU) The signing of the sisterhood agreement was held at the Mandaluyong City Hall and was led by Mandaluyong City Mayor Ben Abalos,...
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto announced the relocation of some city government offices to the temporary city hall starting on September 16 as part of the Pasig City Hall redevelopment plan. Offices that are not included in the relocation will be moved to the Pasig City Sports Center to remain...
Bulakenyos flocked to the “Singkaban ng Bayan: Bulacan Tourism and Travel Fair” which showcases the unique local artistry and ingenuity of the province of Bulacan's cities and municipalities at the General Gregorio Del Pilar Park, Capitol Mini Forest in Malolos. The booth of...
NEW YORK (AP) — James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen — eventually lending his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader — has died. He was 93. James Earl Jones poses with his honorary...
LONDON, Ky. (AP) — The man suspected of opening fire on a highway in Kentucky sent a text message vowing to “kill a lot of people” less than 30 minutes before he shot and wounded five people on Interstate 75, authorities said in an arrest warrant. Trees stand in wooded areas alongside...
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s military conducted a missile strike early Tuesday that targeted a humanitarian area in the Gaza Strip, killing and wounding dozens of Palestinians there, authorities said. Trucks of humanitarian aids wait to cross the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza...
BRASILIA, Brazil (AP) — Brazil is enduring its worst drought since nationwide measurements began over seven decades ago, with 59% of the country under stress — an area roughly half the size of the U.S. Fires spread through the environmental protection area of Pouso Alto, in Chapada dos...
SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Arms raised high. Banners denouncing the war in Gaza . Crowds united in song and wrapped in keffiyehs, the black-and-white checkered scarves that have become a badge of Palestinian identity. Club Palestino soccer team fans celebrate their victory over Santiago Wanderers at...
