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ROMBLON GOES SMART: DOST Brings E-Trikes, Solar Charging, Clean Water and AI Technology to the Island Province — Here’s What’s Next

ROMBLON — Romblon is stepping up its push to become a smarter and more sustainable island province as local officials and communities work with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to bring science, technology and innovation closer to residents. The initiative forms part of DOST’s Smart and Sustainable Communities Program (SSCP), a nationwide effort designed to help local governments use technology, innovation and data-driven solutions to improve public services, strengthen local eco

August 19, 2026

Business

Japan’s Bond Market Is Breaking Its Old Rules—And Tokyo May Be Running Out of Options

TOKYO — Japan’s bond market is sending an increasingly uncomfortable warning to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government: ambitious spending and tax-cut plans are becoming harder to finance as borrowing costs surge. Japan’s benchmark 10-year government bond yield has climbed to levels not seen since the 1990s, briefly approaching the psychologically important 3% threshold. Reuters reported that the yield reached 2.945%, its highest level since September 1996, as investors reassessed Japan’s i

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

Zoe Tay Had 8 Hours to Find Aileen Tan — Her Final Guess Took Them Back Nearly 40 Years

Singapore — What began as an eight-hour hunt across Singapore ended with an emotional reunion between two of the country’s most familiar television faces. Veteran actresses Zoe Tay and Aileen Tan, whose friendship dates back to the inaugural Star Search competition in 1988, recently revisited nearly four decades of shared memories — from their early television days to mahjong sessions, yoga and their latest drama collaboration. The reunion was featured in CNA Insider’s Meet Me There, where Tay

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

DAY6’s Young K Is Coming to Singapore — And My Days Finally Know When to Get Ready

DAY6 member Young K is officially bringing his highly anticipated “YOUNGEST” solo tour to Singapore on 23 January 2027, giving fans their first chance to see the singer-songwriter, bassist and vocalist headline a solo concert in the country. The Singapore stop will take place at The Star Theatre, with the concert scheduled for 5pm on Saturday, 23 January 2027. Ticketmaster Singapore has now confirmed the venue, date and ticketing schedule. And for fans who have been waiting for a chance to see

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

South Korean Footballers Are Breaking Their Silence on Extreme Heat — And 70 Players Reported Something Alarming

South Korean professional football is facing a growing player-safety crisis as extreme summer heat leaves hundreds of players reporting dizziness, dehydration and other heat-related symptoms — including temporary loss of consciousness. An emergency survey of 536 players from South Korea’s K League and WK League found that 86.2% said extreme heat placed a significant physical burden on them. Even more alarming, 64.7% reported dizziness, 56.6% reported severe dehydration and 13% — or 70 players —

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

ZZ Top’s Heartbeat Is Gone: Frank Beard Dies at 77—But What Happens to the Band Now?

RICHMOND, Texas — Frank Beard, the longtime drummer whose unmistakable rhythm helped power ZZ Top for more than five decades, has died at the age of 77. Beard died on August 17, 2026, at his ranch in Richmond, Texas, while receiving hospice care, with his family by his side, according to the band and his publicist. His cause of death has not been publicly disclosed. His death marks the loss of one of the defining figures of Texas rock—and the end of an extraordinary 56-year run with ZZ Top.

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

Michael Cheika Is Back at the Waratahs—But His 2027 Return Could Change Everything

Former Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika has been confirmed as the new head coach of the NSW Waratahs for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season, bringing one of Australian rugby's most successful coaches back to the club where he made history. Cheika will return to the Waratahs more than a decade after guiding the Sydney-based side to its first and only Super Rugby championship in 2014. He subsequently took charge of the Wallabies and led Australia to the 2015 Rugby World Cup final, where they

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

From Beauty Queen to Future Doctor: Rabiya Mateo Begins UST Med School at 29—But Her Journey Started Long Before the Crown

From wearing a pageant crown to preparing for a career in medicine, Rabiya Mateo is proving that some dreams simply take time. The Miss Universe Philippines 2020 titleholder has officially begun her medical school journey at the University of Santo Tomas (UST), entering the university's Faculty of Medicine and Surgery as she works toward her longtime goal of becoming a doctor. Reports from ABS-CBN, GMA News, Philstar.com, The Varsitarian, and other Philippine outlets confirm that Mateo has star

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

Vice Ganda Is Coming Back—But the Bigger Surprise Is Where ‘Gandang Gabi Vice’ Will Air

Two of ABS-CBN’s most recognizable entertainment franchises are set to return before the year ends, with “Gandang Gabi Vice” (GGV) making its television comeback in September and “Pinoy Big Brother” (PBB) opening a new chapter through another ABS-CBN-GMA collaboration. ABS-CBN Chief Operating Officer Cory Vidanes confirmed the developments, giving fans a major reason to watch out for the final months of 2026. ‘Gandang Gabi Vice’ returns—with GMA 7 in the mix The biggest surprise is arguably

August 19, 2026

Entertainment

KATSEYE’s Megan Skiendiel Finally Opens Up About Her Mental Health — But What Happened Behind the Group’s Perfect Image?

KATSEYE’s Megan Skiendiel is opening up about a deeply personal side of her life that fans rarely see — her ongoing mental-health journey, the pressure of growing up in the spotlight and how the people around her helped her feel safe enough to be herself. The 20-year-old singer shared her experience in an interview with PEOPLE tied to KATSEYE’s new documentary, KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS. Megan said she has struggled with mental health for years and credited both therapy and the support of her bandma

August 19, 2026