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Philippines

Alex Eala Gets the US Open Treatment Few Filipinos Have Ever Seen—Then New York Witnessed Something Special

NEW YORK — Alex Eala arrived at the 2026 US Open carrying something far bigger than a tennis racket: the hopes of millions of Filipinos—and in New York, the tournament made it clear that the 21-year-old Filipina star had become one of its major attractions. What began as another Grand Slam appearance quickly turned into an unmistakable “Eala mania” at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, with Filipino flags, “Laban Alex” signs and passionate supporters filling the stands to cheer f

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Philippines

Adamson Lady Falcons Stay Unbeaten, Move Within One Win of V-League Semifinals

MANILA, Philippines — Adamson University continues to tighten its grip on the 2026 V-League Collegiate Challenge women's division after the Lady Falcons defeated College of Saint Benilde in four sets on Sunday night, extending their perfect run to 4-0. The defending champions overcame an early setback before pulling away from the Lady Blazers, winning 24-26, 25-17, 25-18, 25-23 at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City. The victory puts Adamson just one win away from securing a place in th

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Sport

Arteta Sends Premier League Warning After Arsenal Beat Chelsea — And Says the Champions Can Get Even Better

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has warned Premier League rivals that his champions may still have another level to reach after the Gunners produced a stirring comeback to beat Chelsea 2-1 in a pulsating London derby. Chelsea stunned the Emirates Stadium when Morgan Rogers fired the visitors ahead after just 77 seconds, but Arsenal refused to panic. Instead, the champions responded with the kind of conviction that could send an early warning through the Premier League title race. Kai Havertz equ

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Business

Lance Gokongwei’s New PhilWeb Bet: 30% Stake in Mystery Gaming Tech Firm With ₱2.2-Billion Annual Revenue

MANILA, Philippines — Lance Gokongwei is wasting little time putting his mark on PhilWeb Corp. Just days after taking the chairmanship of the listed gaming technology company, PhilWeb is making another major move: acquiring a 30% stake in JKS Tech Solutions Inc., a relatively low-profile gaming technology company whose business is already embedded in the Philippines’ regulated online gaming ecosystem. The transaction gives PhilWeb exposure to a company that reportedly generates around US$35 mi

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Sport

Jessica Pegula Storms Into US Open Quarterfinals — But Her Biggest Test May Still Be Ahead

NEW YORK — Jessica Pegula kept her dream of winning a first Grand Slam title alive after defeating Sorana Cirstea 6-3, 6-4 to reach the quarterfinals of the 2026 US Open, ending the Romanian veteran's memorable run in what was her final appearance at the tournament. The third-seeded American produced a composed performance on Sunday at Flushing Meadows, overcoming a determined Cirstea to move one step closer to another deep run in New York. Pegula, the 2024 US Open runner-up, is now through to

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Business

Even Snakes Have to Audition: Princess the Boa Constrictor Wins a Role at the Metropolitan Opera

Even Snakes Have to Audition: Princess the Boa Constrictor Wins a Role at the Metropolitan Opera NEW YORK — Landing a role at one of the world's most famous opera houses is not easy. You need talent. Stage presence. The right personality. And apparently, scales. A boa constrictor named Princess has beaten the competition to land a role at New York's Metropolitan Opera after taking part in an unusual audition for the company's upcoming production of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Così fan tutte.

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Philippines

5 Witnesses Left: Sara Duterte’s Secret Funds Trial Nears a Critical Turning Point

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte is entering a potentially decisive phase, with the House prosecution panel saying only five subpoenaed witnesses remain in its presentation concerning the alleged misuse of ₱612.5 million in confidential funds. Lead prosecutor Rep. Gerville Luistro said the prosecution hopes to complete its presentation on the first impeachment article by September 9, although the lineup could still be shortened if prosecutors determine

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Politics

‘I’m Getting Out’: Man Convicted in Tupac Shakur Murder Still Insists He Is Innocent

LAS VEGAS — Just days after a Las Vegas jury found him guilty in the decades-old killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, Duane “Keffe D” Davis is refusing to accept the verdict. The 63-year-old former gang leader insists he is innocent and says he is confident his conviction will be overturned on appeal. “I ain't worried. I'm getting out on an appeal,” Davis told The Hollywood Reporter, according to a report carried by AsiaOne. Davis was convicted of first-degree murder over his role in the 1996 dr

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Sport

Juventus Were Seconds From Defeat—Then Federico Gatti Changed Everything Against AC Milan

TURIN, Italy — Juventus rescued a dramatic point against AC Milan after Federico Gatti came off the bench to score a late equaliser in a tense 1-1 Serie A clash at the Allianz Stadium. Just when AC Milan appeared to be heading for a statement victory in Turin, substitute Gatti delivered the decisive moment for Juventus, rising above the defence to power home a header deep into the closing stages. The dramatic finish cancelled out another impressive performance from Milan teenager Alphadjo Ciss

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