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Philippines

Indonesia Wildfires Push Davao Air Quality Into ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups’ Level

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — A haze linked to forest and peatland fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia has reached parts of Davao, prompting health and environmental authorities to warn residents to limit prolonged exposure as air quality deteriorates in some areas. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) reported that its Calinan air-quality monitoring station in Davao City recorded PM2.5 levels that reached the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” cat

September 3, 2026

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K-Beauty Is Becoming South Korea’s New Diplomatic Weapon — And Brazil Is at the Center of It

South Korea is taking K-beauty far beyond skincare counters and social media trends — and Brazil is emerging as a major test of how cosmetics can become an instrument of economic diplomacy. During South Korean President Lee Jae Myung’s state visit to Brazil in July, K-beauty was placed alongside commercial aircraft and critical minerals as one of the areas with potential to deepen the two countries’ economic relationship. That unusual combination highlights just how important South Korea’s bea

September 3, 2026

Entertainment

Ylona Garcia Is Coming Home for Her 10th Anniversary — But the Biggest Part of Her Comeback Comes After the Concerts

Filipino-Australian singer Ylona Garcia is returning to the Philippines for two special homecoming performances celebrating a decade of music—but the anniversary shows appear to be only the beginning of a much bigger artistic reset. MANILA, Philippines — Ten years after releasing the album that formally launched her recording career, Ylona Garcia is coming home with more than nostalgia on her mind. The singer-songwriter will stage two anniversary performances in Metro Manila on September 4 and

September 3, 2026

Philippines

Western Visayas Police Seize ₱10.1 Million in Fish, Boats and Fishing Gear in 10-Day Crackdown

ILOILO CITY, Philippines — Authorities in Western Visayas have intensified their campaign against illegal fishing, confiscating more than ₱10.16 million worth of fish, motorboats and fishing equipment in just 10 days. The Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) said its units conducted 58 anti-illegal fishing operations from July 1 to 10, 2026, resulting in the apprehension of 98 individuals for alleged violations of fisheries laws. The crackdown covered Iloilo, Antique, Guimaras, Aklan and Capiz, wi

September 3, 2026

Business

John Lewis Bets Big on AI Shopping as UK Consumers Pull Back — But the Real Retail Revolution May Be Just Beginning

LONDON — Britain’s John Lewis is turning to artificial intelligence as it confronts a difficult consumer environment, betting that the next generation of shoppers may increasingly discover what to buy through AI agents rather than traditional search engines. The UK’s largest employee-owned retailer says AI-driven searches for its products have surged to 2.5% of product searches, up from just 0.3% a year earlier — a dramatic increase that management believes could signal a major change in how co

September 3, 2026

Business

VodafoneThree Makes a Bold UK Move With TV and 4x Faster Mobile — But the 15Mbps Guarantee Changes Everything

VodafoneThree is making its biggest push yet to become more than just a mobile network operator, unveiling a new TV service alongside a premium mobile plan that promises faster speeds and a minimum download-speed guarantee. The moves, announced in the UK on September 3, mark a major expansion of VodafoneThree’s consumer offering as the company looks to compete more directly with established players such as Sky, BT and Virgin Media. The company, formed from the merger of Vodafone UK and Three U

September 3, 2026

Entertainment

Hull City Condemns Racist Abuse Targeting New Signing Robinio Vaz — Now Police Are Hunting Those Behind It

Hull City has strongly condemned racist abuse directed at teenage forward Robinio Vaz on social media, just days after the French striker completed his move to the newly promoted Premier League club. The 19-year-old joined Hull City from AS Roma on transfer deadline day on a season-long loan deal, with the agreement reportedly including an option for the Tigers to make the move permanent at the end of the season. The abuse surfaced after Hull announced Vaz's arrival on social media. The announ

September 3, 2026

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K-Food Is Taking Over U.S. Supermarkets — But Korea’s Next Big Move Could Be Even Bigger

South Korea is making a major push to take K-food beyond Asian communities and into mainstream global grocery aisles as the country races toward a record $16 billion food-export target this year. K-food exports reached $8.25 billion from January through July, up 4.8 percent from the same period last year, according to South Korea’s Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. Instant noodles alone surpassed $1 billion in exports during the first seven months. The United States has emerged

September 3, 2026

Philippines

More Than 400 Filipino Seafarers Caught in Strait of Hormuz Attacks as 3 Die, 1 Remains Missing

MANILA, Philippines — The danger facing Filipino seafarers in the Middle East has escalated, with the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) reporting that 421 Filipino seafarers were aboard 31 international vessels involved in attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz since February 28, 2026. The latest figures come as the Philippine government works to repatriate survivors and assist the families of two Filipino seafarers killed when the Saudi-flagged crude oil tanker Sidr was struck by unident

September 3, 2026

Philippines

₱386.6 Million Aid Released for 49,879 Habagat-Hit Workers in Central Luzon — Emergency Jobs, Livelihood Support Rolled Out

MANILA, Philippines — Nearly 50,000 workers in Central Luzon affected by prolonged flooding and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon, or Habagat, are set to receive emergency employment and livelihood assistance worth ₱386.6 million, as the government shifts from immediate disaster response toward economic recovery. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said the assistance will benefit 49,879 workers through its Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) program and the DOLE

September 3, 2026