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Politics

81 DEAD AS YEMEN’S HOUTHIS PUSH TOWARD RED SEA CHOKEPOINT—AND THE NEXT MOVE COULD RATTLE GLOBAL SHIPPING

SANAA/DUBAI — Yemen’s war has erupted into a dangerous new phase, with clashes between Houthi forces and Saudi-backed government troops leaving at least 81 people dead as the Iran-aligned rebels push toward territory overlooking the strategically vital Bab el-Mandeb Strait, according to military and medical sources. The fighting began Thursday after the Houthis launched a ground offensive supported by rocket and drone attacks along Yemen’s western coastal areas, according to reports cited by Ag

September 5, 2026

Philippines

DepEd Opens National Teachers’ Month 2026 With a Powerful Message—But This Year’s Celebration Goes Beyond “Thank You”

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has officially opened the 2026 National Teachers’ Month (NTM) celebration, honoring Filipino educators while putting renewed attention on their welfare, professional growth and the support they need inside and beyond the classroom. The national kickoff was held September 5 at Limketkai Center in Cagayan de Oro City, bringing together delegates from DepEd regions in Mindanao and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mind

September 5, 2026

Philippines

Leviste, 6 Others Face Human Trafficking Raps Over Alleged ‘Honey Trap’ Plot vs Recto—What Did the NBI Find?

MANILA, Philippines — Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste and six others are facing qualified human trafficking complaints before the Department of Justice (DOJ) over an alleged scheme to entrap and discredit Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, according to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). The NBI said it has completed its investigation and formally lodged the complaints with the DOJ for preliminary investigation. NBI Director Melvin Matibag said investigators found what they co

September 5, 2026

Business

Mexico’s Biggest Drug Bust Yet? 16.8 Tons of Meth Seized in Sinaloa as Authorities Shut Down Massive Secret Labs

MEXICO CITY — Mexican authorities have dealt a major blow to the country’s illegal synthetic-drug industry after seizing approximately 16.8 tons of suspected methamphetamine and shutting down three clandestine laboratories in Sinaloa, including a sprawling facility covering about 5,700 square meters. The operation, carried out by Mexico’s Navy, the Attorney General’s Office and the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection, took place around the communities of Corralejo and Corral Viejo on

September 5, 2026

Thailand

Thailand’s Sex-Work Debate Explodes as Pattaya Faces Global Spotlight

Thailand’s long-running debate over sex-work decriminalisation has returned to the national spotlight, with Pattaya once again at the centre of attention as thousands of U.S. military personnel visit the area. The issue is bigger than Pattaya’s nightlife. At its core is a question that Thailand has struggled with for decades: should consensual sex work between adults remain a criminal-law issue, or should the country move toward a system focused on labour rights, safety and regulation? Recent

September 5, 2026

Philippines

FEU Opens V-League Title Defense With Sweep, Survives Mapúa Fightback

But the final score does not tell the whole story. Mapúa mounted a serious challenge in the second set, taking a 20-17 advantage and putting the defending champions in danger of surrendering the momentum. FEU, however, responded when it mattered most, turning the pressure into a decisive run and eventually securing a two-set cushion. The Tamaraws then took control in the third set to complete the sweep. Saavedra leads FEU charge FEU captain Dryx Saavedra provided the finishing touch to a st

September 5, 2026

South Korea

Seoul Fireworks Festival 2026: 1 Million Expected as Korea, US and UK Light Up the Han River

SEOUL,South Korea — Seoul's night sky is set for one of its biggest spectacles of the year as South Korea, the United States and Britain prepare to unleash a massive fireworks display over the Han River on Saturday, September 5. The 2026 Seoul International Fireworks Festival, hosted by Hanwha Group, begins its main fireworks program at 8 p.m. around Yeouido and Ichon Hangang parks, with the fireworks scheduled to continue until approximately 9:10 p.m. But behind the colorful spectacle is an e

September 5, 2026

Philippines

Court Backs Permanent Disability Benefits for Filipino Seafarer—And the Medical Deadline Became the Turning Point

MANILA — The Court of Appeals has upheld an award of total and permanent disability benefits to a Filipino seafarer, emphasizing that employers cannot rely on an incomplete medical assessment when determining whether an injured or ill seafarer is fit to return to work. The ruling adds to a growing body of Philippine jurisprudence stressing that medical evaluations in seafarer disability cases must be timely, final and definitive—a requirement that can have major financial consequences for marit

September 5, 2026

Entertainment

Rene Q. Bas, Last of a Newspaper Era, Dies at 88 — But His Legacy Goes Far Beyond The Manila Times

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine journalism has lost one of its veteran figures. Rene Q. Bas, the longtime journalist, editor and author who became one of the defining figures of The Manila Times, has died at 88. Bas was born in Manila on June 17, 1938, and died at his home on September 3 following a lingering infection, according to a September 5 report by The Manila Times. His death closes another chapter in the history of Philippine newspapering — particularly for a generation of journalis

September 5, 2026

Politics

Cambodia Turns Back Toward the US With Military Drills Set to Resume—But China Factor Looms Large

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Cambodia and the United States are preparing to revive a major bilateral military exercise in February 2027, marking a significant step in rebuilding defense ties after nearly a decade of suspended drills. The Royal Cambodian Army announced that the two countries have agreed to resume Exercise Angkor Sentinel, with the upcoming edition scheduled for February 2027. The announcement followed an Initial Planning Conference held in Cambodia from Aug. 31 to Sept. 4 involving C

September 5, 2026