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Entertainment

Ong Seong-wu K-Drama Guide: 5 Shows That Show His Evolution From Idol to Versatile Actor

From Moment at Eighteen to his first villain role, here are the Ong Seong-wu dramas fans should add to their watchlist SEOUL, South Korea — From a K-pop idol to a leading man—and now a darker antagonist—Ong Seong-wu has steadily expanded his acting range since making his television debut in 2019. The former Wanna One member has taken on a striking variety of characters, moving from a quiet high-school student to a photographer, rookie barista, police detective and, most recently, a calculating

September 4, 2026

Business

China Cabbage Formaldehyde Scare: Singapore Tests Imports — Here’s What SFA Found

SINGAPORE — Concerns over reports of cabbages in China being treated with formalin have reached Singapore, but the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) says testing of imported cabbages and other vegetables from China has found no evidence of formaldehyde contamination in the produce tested. The SFA issued the clarification on Friday, September 4, after reports emerged from China that some cabbages in Hebei province had allegedly been treated with formalin — a solution containing formaldehyde — to help

September 4, 2026

Entertainment

Tired of the Arrogant CEO Trope? These 8 K-Dramas Are Changing the Office Romance Formula

For years, Korean dramas made the arrogant, impossibly wealthy CEO almost impossible to escape. He owned the company, wore perfectly tailored suits, barked orders at employees—and somehow became the romantic ideal. But the workplace K-drama is changing. A growing group of series is moving away from the familiar cold chaebol heir who needs to learn basic kindness and instead giving viewers something more refreshing: bosses who are competent, emotionally mature and respectful—or stories where c

September 4, 2026

Philippines

ROBBERY TAKES A STRANGE TURN: Man With Knife Fails to Get Cash—What He Took Instead Left Police Surprised

CEBU, Philippines — What began as an alleged armed robbery in Liloan, Cebu, took an unusual turn after a man reportedly failed to get money from a store and instead left with cigarettes and a bottle of soft drink. According to a report published by Cebu Daily News on September 4, a 35-year-old man was arrested after allegedly robbing a store in Liloan while armed with a knife. The suspect reportedly demanded money but was unsuccessful in getting cash from the establishment. Instead, the suspec

September 4, 2026

Sport

Zverev Survives Another US Open Thriller—But His Next Test Could Be Even Tougher

NEW YORK — Alexander Zverev is through to the third round of the 2026 US Open—but once again, the top seed was pushed to the absolute limit. The reigning French Open champion survived Frenchman Quentin Halys in a dramatic five-set battle, winning 6-4, 4-6, 7-6(3), 6-7(3), 6-3 on Thursday night at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The victory keeps Zverev's bid for a first US Open title alive, but the manner of his progression will raise questions about how much more punishment the German can absorb as the

September 4, 2026

Philippines

Western Visayas Police Put Youth at the Center of School Safety Drive

PRO-6 urges students to speak up, reject misinformation and help build safer campuses as schools strengthen preparedness against bullying, drugs and violent threats ILOILO CITY, Philippines — Young people are being urged to become active partners in keeping schools safe as police in Western Visayas intensify efforts to prevent crime, respond to emergencies and address problems that can threaten students and school communities. Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6) Director Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño

September 4, 2026

Politics

Former DPWH Chief Manuel Bonoan Released From Detention After Sandiganbayan Drops Him From Flood Control Cases

Ex-public works secretary is now free after court recalled his arrest warrant — but another graft case remains pending MANILA, Philippines — Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel “Manny” Bonoan has been released from detention following a Sandiganbayan order removing him as an accused in the plunder and graft cases linked to the alleged ₱573.75-million flood control kickback scheme. Bonoan left the Philippine National Police General Hospital in Camp Crame, Quez

September 4, 2026

Singapore

Singapore Is Still Clean—but This New Survey Reveals Where Standards Are Starting to Slip

SINGAPORE — Singapore remains widely regarded as one of the world’s cleanest cities, but a new survey shows that public satisfaction with cleanliness has slipped—and some of the sharpest declines are being seen in everyday neighbourhood spaces and public toilets. The 2025 Public Cleanliness Satisfaction Survey, conducted by the Singapore Management University (SMU), found that 91% of respondents were satisfied with the cleanliness of public spaces they had recently visited, down from 94% in 202

September 4, 2026

Politics

Marcos Signs Expanded Free College Law: Poor Students, 4Ps Beneficiaries to Get Priority in Government Aid

MANILA, Philippines — A major change to the Philippines’ free college education program is now official. President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday, September 4, signed Republic Act No. 12325, amending the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act (RA 10931) and expanding government assistance for disadvantaged students pursuing college and technical-vocational education. The new law puts greater emphasis on making sure that government education assistance reaches students wh

September 4, 2026

Politics

NBI to File Qualified Human Trafficking Charges vs. Leviste, Paras Over Alleged ‘Honey Trap’ Plot

Bureau says investigation found elements of qualified human trafficking in alleged scheme targeting Executive Secretary Ralph Recto; respondents deny accusations MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is set to bring a qualified human trafficking complaint before the Department of Justice (DOJ) against Batangas 1st District Representative Leandro Leviste, former Negros Oriental lawmaker Jacinto “Jing” Paras, and other individuals over an alleged “honey trap” operation

September 4, 2026