US deportations rose to decade high in fiscal 2024, outpacing Trump years
WASHINGTON — U.S. deportations of immigrants rose in the past year to the highest level since 2014, according to a U.S. government report released on Thursday,...
Animal orgs urge Pinoys to celebrate New Year’s Eve responsibly
Various animal welfare organizations appealed to Filipinos to greet the year 2025 with consideration for pets and animals this New Year's Eve. It is common...
Liam Payne’s manager, hotel staff failed ‘vulnerable’ singer before death, judge says
An Argentine judge argued that the manager of former One Direction singer Liam Payne and employees of the hotel where he was staying failed the...
Quotes: World leaders react to former US President Jimmy Carter’s death
World leaders and U.S. politicians reacted to news that former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who as president brokered peace between Israel and Egypt and later...
South Korea court issues arrest warrant for President Yoon
SEOUL — A South Korean court on Tuesday approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, who has been impeached and suspended from power...
‘Ninong and ninang duties’: Atong Ang, Sunshine Cruz spotted at wedding
"Ninong and ninang duties." Businessman Atong Ang was spotted attending a wedding with his girlfriend, Sunshine Cruz. On Saturday, December 28, Facebook user Kate Villalon posted pictures...
Rizal Day must-nots: Activities prohibited on Jose Rizal’s death anniversary
Did you know that certain activities are banned on Rizal Day? Every year, the 30th of December is commemorated by Filipinos as a regular holiday. It...
‘Wicked’ director wants fans to see characters soar
LOS ANGELES — Jon M. Chu, the director behind the musical film “Wicked”, felt pressure from both himself and the rest of the team at Universal...
Pope Francis names new Tarlac bishop
Pope Francis on Sunday appointed Bishop Roberto Mallari to fill the vacant diocese of Tarlac, transferring him from the San Jose diocese in Nueva...
Factbox: Final minutes of Jeju Air flight before South Korea’s deadliest air disaster
A South Korean Jeju Air passenger jet crashed on landing at Muan International Airport on Sunday, killing 179 people in the country's deadliest air disaster.
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How much time should you spend sitting versus standing? New research reveals the perfect...
People have a pretty intuitive sense of what is healthy – standing is better than sitting, exercise is great for overall health and getting...
Most Asian currencies subdued heading towards year-end; South Korean markets rise
US Treasury yields, strong dollar weigh on emerging Asia FX
South Korean won, shares edge higher after Friday's sharp fall
Indonesian rupiah up...
Marcos signs into law record P6.33 trillion budget for 2025
MANILA — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the 2025 budget into law on Monday, saying a planned 10% increase in government spending to a record...
Why sending a belated gift is not as bad as you probably think −...
If finding the right present and making sure the recipient gets it on time leaves you feeling anxious, you’re not alone. More than half...
Experts question bird strike as cause of deadly South Korean airliner crash
Uncertainties surround the deadliest crash on South Korean soil, experts said on Sunday, questioning initial suggestions that a bird strike might have brought down Jeju Air 089590.KS flight...