Category: Asia

Politics

Andy Burnham Arrives in Kyiv With a Major Ukraine Pledge — But Russia Has Already Warned of “Consequences”

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham arrived in Kyiv on Monday, August 24, for his first overseas trip since taking office, delivering a powerful message of support for Ukraine as the country marks its 35th Independence Day. The visit comes at a particularly sensitive moment in the Russia-Ukraine war, with Kyiv facing continued Russian attacks and tensions between Moscow and London escalating over Britain's military support for Ukraine. Burnham is expected to announce that Britain will allow Eu

August 24, 2026

Philippines

Who Is the Man Found Dead Near a Quezon River? Authorities Race to Identify Him

GUMACA, Quezon — Authorities are working to identify an unidentified man found dead near a river in Gumaca, Quezon, on Monday morning, August 24, as questions remain over how he ended up at the scene. Personnel of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recovered the man's body near the Pipisik River, in the vicinity of the Peñafrancia-Tañada Bridge in Barangay Peñafrancia, according to the Coast Guard-Southern Tagalog. The victim was estimated to be around 40 years old and approximately 5 feet and 4

August 24, 2026

Politics

SYRIA AT ISRAEL MULING NAG-USAP SA SECURITY DEAL — PERO MAY ISANG MALAKING HADLANG NA PUWEDENG SUMIRA SA KASUNDUAN

DAMASCUS — Umaasa ang Syria na maipagpapatuloy ang negosasyon nito sa Israel para sa isang security agreement, sa kabila ng matinding kawalan ng tiwala at panibagong tensyon matapos ang mga pag-atake ng Israel sa teritoryo ng Syria. Ayon kay Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, bukas pa rin ang Damascus sa diplomasya at nais nitong muling buhayin ang mga usapang pangseguridad na natigil kasunod ng digmaan sa pagitan ng Israel at Iran. Ngunit kapansin-pansing mabilis na nagbago ang sitwas

August 24, 2026

Philippines

Baguio Walkers, Take Note: This “Keep Right” Rule Is About to Change How You Move Around the City

BAGUIO CITY — Residents and visitors strolling through Baguio may soon need to be more mindful of where they walk as the city moves to strengthen its “keep right” system on two-way sidewalks and pedestrian lanes. The Philippine News Agency reported that the city is reinforcing the pedestrian rule to improve the movement of people and reduce conflicts on busy walkways. Under the system, pedestrians are expected to stay on the right side of the sidewalk or pedestrian path, allowing people moving

August 24, 2026

Sport

Fabinho Is Joining Salah at Trabzonspor — But the Turkish Club’s Latest Move Could Be Even Bigger

TRABZON, TURKEY — Trabzonspor are set to complete another headline-making free transfer, with former Liverpool midfielder Fabinho poised to join the Turkish club and reunite with Mohamed Salah. The 32-year-old Brazilian has agreed to move to Trabzonspor after becoming a free agent following his departure from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad. Reuters reported on Monday that Trabzonspor confirmed Fabinho’s impending arrival by posting an image of the midfielder wearing the club’s kit aboard a pr

August 24, 2026

Entertainment

Ellen Adarna Drops “Accountability” Message as Derek Ramsay’s Porsche Controversy Takes Another Turn

A cryptic message from Ellen Adarna has once again placed her in the spotlight as controversy surrounding estranged husband Derek Ramsay and his Porsche 918 Spyder continues to unfold. Adarna recently shared an Instagram Story containing a message about “accountability,” prompting online users to wonder whether it was connected to the controversy involving Ramsay’s luxury vehicle. She wrote: “Lack of due diligence? Poor discernment? Or just another excuse to blame someone else?” She then added

August 24, 2026

Philippines

They Came to the Rescue—Then Drones Came for Them: 39 Filipino Seafarers Safe After Black Sea Attacks

MANILA, Philippines — Thirty-nine Filipino seafarers have been confirmed safe after two commercial vessels were caught in separate drone attacks in the increasingly dangerous waters of the Black Sea near Novorossiysk, Russia. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said it is closely monitoring the affected overseas Filipino workers, as the latest incidents add to growing concerns over the safety of merchant ships and Filipino crews navigating one of the world's most volatile maritime regions.

August 24, 2026

Politics

Faishal Ibrahim Could Be Heading Back to NUS — But His Next Move May Surprise Singapore

Singapore — Former Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs and Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim could be making a return to academia following his resignation from politics, with the National University of Singapore (NUS) confirming that discussions are underway. NUS said on Monday, Aug. 24, that the university and Associate Professor Faishal are discussing arrangements for his return to academia. However, no final appointment or specific role has been publ

August 24, 2026

Business

Razon’s Online Gamble Is Getting Bigger—But Can Solaire Turn ₱2B in VIP GGR Into a Digital Comeback?

For billionaire Enrique Razon Jr., online gaming is increasingly looking less like a side business—and more like a crucial piece of Bloomberry Resorts Corp.’s next growth story. The operator of Solaire Resort Entertainment City and Solaire Resort North has stepped up its digital push with the launch of FUNaloMAX, an in-house online gaming platform designed for Filipino, mobile-first players. The move comes as Bloomberry works to navigate a difficult period for its land-based casino operations,

August 24, 2026

Business

SINGAPORE-US TRADE TALKS ENTER A CRITICAL PHASE — GAN KIM YONG’S WASHINGTON VISIT COULD TEST THE RELATIONSHIP

SINGAPORE — Deputy Prime Minister and Trade and Industry Minister Gan Kim Yong is heading to the United States for high-level talks as Singapore navigates a new 12.5% US tariff on a range of its exports, putting the city-state’s carefully built trade relationship with Washington under renewed pressure. Gan will be in the US from Aug. 24 to Aug. 25, beginning his trip in New York, where he is scheduled to meet business and financial leaders. He will then travel to Washington, DC, for meetings wi

August 24, 2026