Category: Asia

Entertainment

A Japanese Nutritionist Swears By These 7 Foods for an Anti-Inflammatory Diet — But One Detail Matters

MANILA, Philippines — Seven everyday ingredients found in traditional Japanese kitchens are drawing renewed attention after Japanese nutritionist and longevity expert Michiko Tomioka shared the foods she regularly recommends as part of an eating pattern aimed at supporting overall health and managing inflammation. In a recent CNBC feature, Tomioka, who was born and raised in Nara, Japan, highlighted konnyaku, burdock root, nori, fermented soy and rice products, bonito flakes, mushrooms and gree

September 6, 2026

Entertainment

Cerundolo Stuns Fritz From Two Sets Down at US Open — And Suddenly, the Men’s Draw Is Wide Open

NEW YORK — Francisco Cerundolo has turned the 2026 US Open men's singles draw upside down. The 24th-seeded Argentine erased a two-set deficit to defeat ninth seed Taylor Fritz, 3-6, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4, on Arthur Ashe Stadium, ending the American's title hopes and advancing to the fourth round of the tournament. The comeback was particularly striking because Fritz appeared firmly in control early. The American had entered the match without dropping a set in his first two rounds and was being vi

September 6, 2026

Politics

US Ambassador Visits West Bank Town Hit by Settler Violence — Then Delivers a Message Israel Can’t Ignore

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee made a rare visit to a Palestinian town in the occupied West Bank, meeting Palestinian Americans and families affected by escalating settler violence while delivering an unusually blunt message: Israel has a responsibility to protect civilians and perpetrators of violence should face serious consequences. Huckabee visited Turmus Ayya, near Ramallah, on Sept. 5, where he met residents, including relatives of Palestinian Americans who were killed in inciden

September 6, 2026

Entertainment

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MAKES HISTORY! Joheirry Mola Dominguez Takes Miss World 2026 Crown—But Her Journey Was About More Than Beauty

NHA TRANG, Vietnam — The Dominican Republic has a new global queen. Joheirry Mola Dominguez was crowned Miss World 2026 on Saturday, September 5, at the 75th-anniversary edition of the prestigious international pageant in Nha Trang, Vietnam, emerging on top of a field of 111 contestants from around the world. Mola Dominguez succeeded Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangsri, who made history in 2025 as the first Thai woman to win the Miss World title. The victory capped a month-long Miss World festi

September 6, 2026

Business

Cebu Pacific Rewards Passengers Who Got Their Bags Right—But This Simple Packing Rule Could Save Travelers From Airport Trouble

MANILA, Philippines — Getting through airport security and boarding without a baggage problem usually feels like a small victory. For a group of Cebu Pacific passengers, however, following the airline’s hand-carry rules earned them something extra: recognition, certificates and even a special “CEBlay.” Cebu Pacific turned baggage compliance into a lighthearted airport celebration on September 4, recognizing passengers whose hand-carry bags successfully fit its new and improved baggage sizer bef

September 6, 2026

Business

PAL Opens Its Cabins to Cats — But Pet Owners Need to Know This Before Booking

Philippine Airlines is making domestic air travel more pet-friendly, and this time, cat owners are getting their turn. The flag carrier has expanded its FurPAL in-cabin pet program to include small cats, allowing eligible passengers to travel with either one small dog or one small cat on PAL domestic flights. The service starts at ₱2,500 one way, subject to the airline’s requirements and travel guidelines. The move expands a program that initially focused on small dogs and was later made avail

September 6, 2026

Philippines

House Turns Up Pressure on Senate Over Cybersecurity Bill — What Happens If the Threat Hits First?

MANILA — House lawmakers are pressing the Senate to move quickly on a sweeping cybersecurity measure that would create a dedicated National Cybersecurity Agency and establish tougher protections for the digital systems that keep the Philippines running. Camarines Sur Reps. Miguel Luis “Migz” Villafuerte and Vincenzo Renato Luigi Villafuerte are urging senators to advance their chamber’s counterpart to House Bill No. 9605, or the proposed National Cybersecurity and Critical Information Infrastru

September 6, 2026

Business

Anak Krakatau Ash Grounds Flights at Jakarta Airport — 33 Services Hit, and the Disruptions May Not Be Over

JAKARTA — Air travel through Indonesia's main gateway was disrupted Sunday after volcanic ash from an ongoing eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau spread into the area of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, forcing authorities to temporarily suspend operations and affecting dozens of flights. The airport initially suspended operations from 1:30 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. local time on September 6, under a NOTAM issued by Indonesian aviation authorities. The suspension was subsequently extended until 9:30 a

September 6, 2026

Entertainment

Kim Soo-hyun Faces Fresh Fan Backlash as Overseas K-pop Fans Demand His Removal From Major Awards Shows

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun is facing renewed criticism from some international K-pop fans following confirmation that he will appear at two major entertainment awards shows later this year. The latest backlash comes as the actor's public comeback gathers momentum after more than a year away from major activities in South Korea amid allegations concerning his past relationship with late actress Kim Sae-ron. According to reports from The Korea Herald and The Straits Times, organizers have c

September 6, 2026

Business

PAL Makes a Major Change for Fur Parents—And Cats Can Finally Fly Too

MANILA, Philippines — Fur parents who hate leaving their cats behind when traveling now have another option. Philippine Airlines (PAL) has expanded its FurPAL in-cabin pet program to include small cats, allowing eligible feline companions to travel inside the aircraft cabin alongside their owners on domestic flights. The latest expansion means FurPAL is no longer limited to small dogs. PAL said passengers may now bring one small dog or cat into the cabin for a one-way fee starting at ₱2,500, s

September 6, 2026