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NTF-Elcac Respects Proposed House Inquiry into Toboso Clash
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NTF-Elcac Respects Proposed House Inquiry into Toboso Clash

A ranking official of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) stated the body respects the proposed House inquiry into the April 19 clash in Toboso, Occidental Mindoro, emphasizing the need to prevent civilians from being drawn into insurgency.

Red tide warning up in 2 Pangasinan towns
Healthinquirerjust now

Red tide warning up in 2 Pangasinan towns

BOLINAO, Pangasinan – The coastal waters of the island town of Anda and this town in Pangasinan province remain positive for red tide toxin (paralytic shellfish poison), and shellfish here are not…

Singapore, Malaysia Expand Cross-Border Taxi Scheme
Businessmalay-mail13m ago

Singapore, Malaysia Expand Cross-Border Taxi Scheme

Singapore and Malaysia are set to expand their cross-border taxi scheme with new rules taking effect on May 4. The changes aim to widen routes, increase options, and boost competition for travelers between the two countries.

King Charles Visits New York; Faces Call to Return Koh-i-Noor Diamond
CultureBBCcbcberlingske+16SCMPtvn24morgunbladiddelfi-ltdelodigi24The Independentindex-hr+8 more20m ago19 sources

King Charles Visits New York; Faces Call to Return Koh-i-Noor Diamond

King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited New York, laying flowers at the 9/11 Memorial. During their visit, New York City Councilman Zohran Mamdani publicly called for the King to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond to India.

Myanmar Trims Aung San Suu Kyi's Prison Term Again
PoliticsAl Jazeerayle-uutisetchannel-news-asia+1Rappler21m ago4 sources

Myanmar Trims Aung San Suu Kyi's Prison Term Again

Myanmar's military junta has once again reduced the prison sentence of former leader Aung San Suu Kyi as part of a broader amnesty. Her lawyer confirmed the sentence was cut by a sixth.

Inquiry: Police Warned of Antisemitic Attack Before Bondi Shooting
PoliticsAPBBCFT+9le-mondecbcruvle-figaroindex-hrjutarnji-listdh-les-sportsjerusalem-post+1 more43m ago12 sources

Inquiry: Police Warned of Antisemitic Attack Before Bondi Shooting

An inquiry into the mass shooting at Bondi Beach revealed that Australian police had received a warning from a Jewish organization about a potential antisemitic attack less than a week before the incident. The report calls for counter-terrorism reforms, increased security at Jewish public events, and stricter gun laws.

SpiceJet Cancellations Cause Chaos at Mumbai Airport
BusinessTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express52m ago3 sources

SpiceJet Cancellations Cause Chaos at Mumbai Airport

Several SpiceJet flights were cancelled and delayed at Mumbai's T1 terminal, leading to chaos and leaving numerous passengers stranded for hours. The disruptions sparked widespread frustration among travelers.

Sabah Bans Open Burning Amid El Niño Forest Fire Risk
Environmentmalay-mail1h ago

Sabah Bans Open Burning Amid El Niño Forest Fire Risk

The Sabah state government has issued a circular prohibiting open burning, including land clearing, due to the heightened risk of forest fires exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon. The ban aims to prevent environmental damage and health hazards.

South Korea Uses AI to Check on Older Adults Living Alone
japan-times1h ago

South Korea Uses AI to Check on Older Adults Living Alone

South Korea has adopted an artificial intelligence-powered call service across its cities and counties to regularly check on thousands of older adults living alone, providing a vital welfare check for those in isolation or poverty.

North Korea Faces Severe Food Shortages Amid Drought
WorldDWle-figarodelfi-lt1h ago3 sources

North Korea Faces Severe Food Shortages Amid Drought

North Korea is reportedly experiencing severe food shortages as a significant drought threatens its agricultural crops. The lack of rainfall is exacerbating the country's already precarious food security situation.

Philippines Aid Delayed by 'Ghost' Beneficiary Discovery
Politicsinquirer2h ago

Philippines Aid Delayed by 'Ghost' Beneficiary Discovery

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in the Philippines identified numerous "ghost" drivers and riders on beneficiary lists for a P5,000 aid program. This discovery of fraudulent entries has caused a significant delay in the release of the financial assistance.

Philippine Tourism Chief Advocates for System-Wide Strategy
Worldphilstar3h ago

Philippine Tourism Chief Advocates for System-Wide Strategy

Newly appointed Philippine Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay has called for a coordinated, system-wide approach to strengthen the tourism industry, emphasizing that it should be treated as an interconnected system rather than a standalone sector.

India State Elections: Exit Poll Results Released
PoliticsDWTimes of India10m ago2 sources

India State Elections: Exit Poll Results Released

Exit poll results have been released for several key state elections across India, including Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. These polls offer early indications of potential outcomes before official vote counts.

Russia Scales Back Victory Day Parade Amid Ukraine Drone Threat
WorldBBCle-mondeFrance 24+5die-pressejutarnji-liststraits-timesmkd-mkerr-news1h ago8 sources

Russia Scales Back Victory Day Parade Amid Ukraine Drone Threat

Russia has significantly scaled back its annual May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow, citing fears of potential Ukrainian drone attacks. This year's event will feature less military equipment and fewer participants compared to previous years.

Indian SC Urges Abortion Law Reform for Rape Survivors
HealthTimes of Indiahindustan-times1h ago2 sources

Indian SC Urges Abortion Law Reform for Rape Survivors

India's Supreme Court refused to reopen a 15-year-old's abortion case but urged the Centre to consider amending the law to allow abortions beyond 20 weeks for rape survivors. The court highlighted the pain and humiliation faced by victims under current restrictions.

Indians Become Australia's Largest Migrant Group
WorldbloombergSCMPhindustan-times+1ndtv1h ago4 sources

Indians Become Australia's Largest Migrant Group

New data reveals that Indians have surpassed the British to become the largest migrant group in Australia. This marks a significant demographic shift in the country's immigrant population.

Malaysian Man Faces New Assault Charges Amid Repeat Abuser Scrutiny
WorldSCMP2h ago

Malaysian Man Faces New Assault Charges Amid Repeat Abuser Scrutiny

A Malaysian man, previously married nine times and appealing a 10-year jail sentence for domestic abuse, is facing new charges after allegedly assaulting his pregnant wife, leading to a miscarriage and raising questions about the country's tracking system for repeat offenders.

Thai Opposition Urges Cabinet to Endorse Clean Air Bill
HealthBangkok Post2h ago

Thai Opposition Urges Cabinet to Endorse Clean Air Bill

The opposition in Thailand has called on the cabinet to pass a resolution endorsing the Clean Air Bill at its upcoming meeting on May 5. They emphasize prioritizing public health over waiting for the air pollution crisis to worsen.

Philippine Customs Sells Seized Luxury Vehicles for P102M
Businessinquirer2h ago

Philippine Customs Sells Seized Luxury Vehicles for P102M

The Philippine Bureau of Customs has collected over P80.3 million from the sale of five seized luxury vehicles, including four owned by private contractors Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya II and his wife, Sarah. The total revenue from these sales reached P102 million.

Bank of Japan Warns of Inflation Risk Scenario
Financechannel-news-asia2h ago

Bank of Japan Warns of Inflation Risk Scenario

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has warned that inflation could rise significantly above its target in a potential risk scenario. The central bank projects inflation to move around 3% under such circumstances.

Schneider Electric, KLA, Cambricon Report Strong Revenue on AI Demand
TechnologyReutersbloombergwsj+1channel-news-asia3h ago4 sources

Schneider Electric, KLA, Cambricon Report Strong Revenue on AI Demand

Schneider Electric, KLA Corp, and Cambricon have all reported strong revenues or positive forecasts, attributing their financial success to the surging global demand for artificial intelligence technologies and related infrastructure like data centers and AI chips.

Supreme Court Defines 'Forthwith' in Impeachment Trials
PoliticsRapplerinquirerphilstar3h ago3 sources

Supreme Court Defines 'Forthwith' in Impeachment Trials

The Supreme Court has issued a ruling defining the term 'forthwith' in impeachment proceedings. The court clarified that 'forthwith' means within a 'reasonable time,' granting the Senate discretion over the trial's timing.

Georgia's GDP Grows 10.7% in March, 9.1% in Q1
Worldcivil-ge20m ago

Georgia's GDP Grows 10.7% in March, 9.1% in Q1

Georgia's real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 10.7% year-on-year in March 2026, with the average real GDP growth for the first quarter of 2026 standing at 9.1%, according to rapid estimates from the National Statistics Office.

Ukraine War: Russian Drones Hit Odesa, Ukraine Strikes Russian Naval Assets
Politicsyle-uutisetukrainska-pravdalsm-lv+13irozhlasorfdelfi-ltdigi24index-hrn1-serbiadnevnik-bghotnews+5 more40m ago16 sources

Ukraine War: Russian Drones Hit Odesa, Ukraine Strikes Russian Naval Assets

Russian drone attacks on Odesa have injured multiple civilians and damaged residential areas, kindergartens, and hotels. Concurrently, Ukrainian forces have launched strikes against Russian naval assets, reportedly hitting two boats guarding the Kerch Bridge and a Russian tanker in the Black Sea.

Seoul Court Halts Bithumb's Business Suspension
BusinessKorea Herald1h ago

Seoul Court Halts Bithumb's Business Suspension

A Seoul court ruled in favor of Bithumb, temporarily suspending a six-month partial business suspension imposed by regulators, allowing the crypto exchange to continue operations pending a final decision.

Tokyo Airport Trials Humanoid Robots for Baggage Handling
TechnologyFox Newsklix-bazerohedge1h ago3 sources

Tokyo Airport Trials Humanoid Robots for Baggage Handling

A major airport in Tokyo, Japan, has begun testing humanoid robots to assist with baggage and cargo handling operations. Early reports suggest the initial performance of these robotic workers has not been entirely impressive.

Christchurch Mosque Shooter Fails in Bid to Appeal Convictions
WorldAPBBCThe Guardian+11Al Jazeeranosle-figaroorfindex-hrn1-serbiaDawnjapan-times+3 more1h ago14 sources

Christchurch Mosque Shooter Fails in Bid to Appeal Convictions

A New Zealand court has rejected the Christchurch mosque gunman's attempt to appeal his convictions and life sentence for the 2019 attacks that killed 51 people. This decision solidifies his guilty pleas and finalizes his punishment.

Australia and China Agree to Collaborate on Jet Fuel Exports
BusinessbloombergSCMPhk-free-press1h ago3 sources

Australia and China Agree to Collaborate on Jet Fuel Exports

Australia's foreign minister announced that China has agreed to collaborate on jet fuel exports, a move seen as crucial for stable trade relations. This agreement underscores Australia's delicate diplomatic balancing act between the two nations.

India Successfully Tests Indigenous Naval Anti-Ship Missile
WorldTimes of India1h ago

India Successfully Tests Indigenous Naval Anti-Ship Missile

India's Navy and DRDO successfully demonstrated the salvo launch capability of an indigenous naval anti-ship missile. This marks a significant achievement as it was also the first successful test of India's indigenous air-launched anti-ship missile.

OPEC+ Future Assessed After UAE Departure
WorldReutersde-volkskrantYahoo2h ago3 sources

OPEC+ Future Assessed After UAE Departure

Following reports of the UAE's departure from OPEC+, analysts and officials are assessing the implications for the group's power and future, with Russia stating the organization will continue.

LG Energy Solution Reports Q1 Loss Amid Weak EV Demand
BusinessKorea Heraldchannel-news-asia3h ago2 sources

LG Energy Solution Reports Q1 Loss Amid Weak EV Demand

LG Energy Solution reported a financial loss in the first quarter, primarily due to a downturn in electric vehicle demand, particularly in the North American market. The company is banking on new orders to recover from this loss.