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Entertainment

Jason Kidd Goes Full Filipino in Manila, Feasts on Lechon and Kare-Kare at Grace Park

NBA legend Jason Kidd is getting more than a taste of the Philippines’ famous basketball culture during his first reported visit to the country — he is also digging into some of its most recognizable flavors. MANILA, Philippines — Basketball Hall of Famer Jason Kidd apparently made room in his packed Manila schedule for a distinctly Filipino experience, sitting down to a meal featuring lechon and kare-kare at Grace Park, one of Makati’s best-known restaurants for elevated Filipino comfort food.

August 30, 2026

Politics

Venezuela’s 25-Year Oil Deal With the US Is Here—But the Biggest Questions Are Just Beginning

CARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodríguez has announced that a newly forged energy agreement with the United States will last 25 years, setting the stage for an ambitious push to revive the country’s struggling oil industry and dramatically increase crude production. But while both governments are portraying the agreement as historic, major questions remain over exactly how the deal will work—and whether Venezuela can deliver on its enormous promises. Rodríguez said th

August 30, 2026

Business

PLDT and Smart Keep Their Seat in Government SDG Chamber — But the Bigger Sustainability Test Is Still Ahead

MANILA, Philippines — PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm Smart Communications are strengthening their sustainability commitments after remaining part of a key government-led platform helping shape the Philippines’ drive toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals — but the clock is increasingly becoming part of the story. With less than four years before the 2030 deadline for the global SDGs, the telecommunications group’s continued membership in the Stakeholders’ Chamber on the Sustain

August 30, 2026

Entertainment

Claudine Barretto Calls Kitty Duterte Her ‘Little Baby Sister’ After Davao Dinner — But Their Friendship Goes Back Further Than Many Knew

What looked like a simple dinner between two friends has turned into one of Philippine showbiz’s more unexpected talking points. Veteran actress Claudine Barretto drew attention online after sharing affectionate photos from a dinner with Veronica “Kitty” Duterte, the youngest daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, in Davao City. Barretto posted images and a short video from the gathering, including a photo showing her embracing Kitty, and affectionately referred to the former presidenti

August 30, 2026

Entertainment

Lando Norris Makes a Huge McLaren Decision—And It Could Shape F1 for Years

Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has made his biggest commitment yet to McLaren, signing a new long-term deal that will keep him in papaya until at least the end of the 2030 season—with an option that could extend the partnership even further. The 26-year-old British driver announced the news at McLaren’s Technology Centre in Woking, England, strengthening a relationship that has already delivered a remarkable turnaround from midfield struggles to championship glory. For Norris, the decis

August 30, 2026

Business

Peso Breaks P62—but Philippine Exporters Are Facing a Painful Catch

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso's plunge beyond the P62-per-US-dollar level may appear, at first glance, to be good news for exporters. After all, every dollar earned overseas converts into more pesos. But Philippine manufacturers are warning that the reality is far more complicated—and potentially more painful. As the peso sank to historic lows, the Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) warned that rising costs for imported raw materials, components and other production inputs a

August 30, 2026

Entertainment

Manny Pacquiao Brings Back His Rare Ronaldo Moment—Then Fans Notice What Happened Next

MANILA, Philippines — Two sporting legends, one unforgettable moment. Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao has taken fans on a trip down memory lane after revisiting his rare encounter with football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, reigniting excitement over a meeting that brought together two of the biggest names in global sports. The throwback moment dates back to October 2023, when Pacquiao and Ronaldo crossed paths in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, during the star-studded festivities surrounding the blo

August 30, 2026

Philippines

Can a 50-Year Master Plan Finally Stop ‘Ghost’ Projects and Flood-Control Corruption in the Philippines?

MANILA, Philippines — After years of massive infrastructure spending, persistent flooding and allegations of irregular government projects, Senator JV Ejercito is renewing his push for a long-term national development master plan that he believes could help prevent wasteful and potentially anomalous projects before they begin. Ejercito is advocating for the proposed Masterplan for Infrastructure and National Development (MIND) Act, a measure designed to create a long-term, integrated roadmap fo

August 30, 2026

Business

Anwar Brings Back 300 Litres of Subsidised RON95 — Here’s How Much the Extra Fuel Could Be Worth

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 30, 2026 — Malaysian motorists are set to regain a bigger fuel-subsidy cushion after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that the government will restore the monthly BUDI95 subsidised RON95 petrol quota to 300 litres per eligible citizen, reversing the temporary 200-litre ceiling introduced earlier this year. The decision was announced Sunday as part of measures aimed at responding to persistent cost-of-living pressures, according to Reuters and Channel NewsAsia. The initi

August 30, 2026

Philippines

Metro Manila Soaked by 186mm of Rain in Just 23 Hours—And the Worst May Not Be Over

METRO MANILA, Philippines — Metro Manila was battered by an intense wave of monsoon rain after 186 millimeters of rainfall was recorded in just 23 hours, highlighting the relentless impact of the Southwest Monsoon, locally known as Habagat, across the capital region. The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), citing data from the DOST-PAGASA Science Garden Station in Quezon City, said the massive rainfall total was recorded from 9 a.m. on August 29 until 8 a.m. on August 30, 2026. T

August 30, 2026