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The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has rejected calls by Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) founding chairman Nur Misuari to suspend military operations against the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) while negotiations are still ongoing for the release of the 15 remaining hostages of the terrorist group.

The United Nations (UN) Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights is scheduled to review the Philippines next week – on Sept. 28-29 – on the country’s compliance with its human rights obligations under the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights (ICESCR). The ICESCR is a multilateral treaty adopted by the UN General Assembly on Dec. 16, 1966, which came into force on Jan. 3, 1976. The Philippines is one of 164 states that ratified the treaty and undergoes regular review by the committee. Читать дальше...

The weather disturbance that is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) today, Sept. 24, has been upgraded from tropical depression to tropical storm by the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). State weather forecaster Megg Escullar said that once it enters the PAR, it will be named “Helen’’ (international name “Megi”).  The tropical disturbance is located 1,975 kilometers east of Central Luzon with maximum winds of 65 kph and... Читать дальше...

Senator Panfilo M. Lacson said yesterday President Duterte should simply wage a continuing war on illegal drugs, corruption, and crime without asking for an extension of his self-imposed six-month deadline because these problems ‘’will outlive us all.’’

The La Salle Green Archers stake their unbeaten record today against the surprising Adamson Falcons and the coach that once led them to some of the school’s memorable UAAP title runs.

Games Today (Ynares Sports Center, Antipolo City) 3 p.m. – Mahindra vs Meralco 5:15 p.m. – TNT Katropa vs Phoenix TNT Katropa hopes to hold off Phoenix and its import known as “El Destructor” today as the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals head east to the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo City. The Texters carry a twice-to-beat advantage against the Fuel Masters in their 5:15 p.m. match, needing just one win to advance to the semifinals. Also needing just a win to advance to the semifinals is Meralco... Читать дальше...

Washington – The United States (US) is helping Southeast Asian allies do more to prevent the Islamic State (IS) group from gaining a greater foothold in the area, senior Pentagon officials said Thursday. The IS has already established a presence in several countries across the region, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and the Philippines, and authorities worry both about domestic attacks and nationals traveling to join the jihadists in Iraq and Syria. General Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff... Читать дальше...

It's going to be nine months of mood swings, cravings, stress, and big changes on your body. Pregnancy, no matter how joyful the fact that you're carrying another life inside you, is no easy journey,

Dear Suzi and Paolo, I would appreciate your advice and tips on how to prepare my toddler for his beloved yaya’s departure. My son is so attached to his yaya, and I’m worried that when she goes,

Wonder Girls’ Yeeun, 27, and 2AM’s Jinwoon have been revealed to be in a relationship for three years now.

Lebanese like Hamza al-Sees should have no problem finding a beach to while away the summer in a country stretching along the Mediterranean.

National Anti-Environmental Crime Task Force spotters pull over a passenger jeepney for an emission test during its Anti-Smoke Belching Operation at the corner of Commonwealth and University avenues Thursday. The Task Force, an inter-agency group consisting of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and the Land Transportation Office (LTO), aims to take out polluting vehicles from the Metro’s streets by pulling over a vehicle producing... Читать дальше...

Iceland will now allow parents to name their daughters Angelina, a name which like many others has been prohibited until now in the name of linguistic cohesion.

NEW YORK (AP) — "The Big Bang Theory" does a bang-up job of making its stars rich.

TOKYO (AP) — Brian May, guitarist of British rock group Queen, is taking a stand against Japan's dolphin killing, saying the slaughter of animals should end in the same way society has turned against slavery or witch-burning.

Three Filipino bets in the Asian Beach Games open marathon swimming did their best but failed to deliver during Friday’s competition at the Bien Dong Park in Danang City, Vietnam.

LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Former child star Linda Blair frightened the wits out of a generation of moviegoers as the possessed pre-teen with a penchant for projectile vomiting in iconic horror movie "The Exorcist."

Police officer Emmanuel Sevidal momentarily leaves the checkpoint on Scout Chuatoco Street in Quezon City to which he is

National Democratic Front (NDF) chief negotiator Luis Jalandoni addresses students at the Holy Cross Davao College in Davao

Three Thai policemen were killed and two wounded on Friday in a bomb and gun attack in the southern province of Yala where Muslim separatists have been waging a simmering insurgency against the state.

Model Gigi Hadid defended herself from headlines saying that she acted ‘aggressive’ after being manhandled by a stranger in the middle of a street in Milan.

Filipino fans of singer-songwriter Bryan Adams probably feels like they are in ‘heaven’ right now, as the Canadian artist is set to perform in Manila in 2017.

Hyundai Department Store Co., one of South Korea’s top three department store operators, said on Wednesday that it will open a department store in the commercial district of Yeouido that would be the largest-scale in the capital.

Gabby Alipe, vocalist and main songwriter of Urbandub, has released “Visions,” his debut single as solo artist. It is the

Transportation Secretary Art Tudage and PLDT and Smart Chairman President and CEO Manuel V Pangilinan, during the launching of High Speed Wifi at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) terminals.