I Covered the Tiananmen Square Massacre. It Still Weighs on Me.

New York Times - Oct 30, 2026

The day that changed modern China also taught me how to recognize true courage.

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Judges took away the possibility of parole for an Australian woman, Erin Patterson, and rejected a bid to overturn her conviction over a deadly beef Wellington lunch.

[OPINION] From Super El Niño to the budget: What is the plan?

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[OPINION] From Super El Niño to the budget: What is the plan?

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MIAA vows turnover of CCTV to NNIC in November after Dizon rebuke

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MIAA vows turnover of CCTV to NNIC in November after Dizon rebuke

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) on Friday promised to complete the turnover of the CCTV surveillance system to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport's (NAIA) private management by November 2026.

Andrea Brillantes speaks up on rumored rift with Bea Borres

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Andrea Brillantes speaks up on rumored rift with Bea Borres

Andrea Brillantes has addressed the rumored rift between her and Bea Borres, revealing they've already talked about the issue privately.

Flooded graves, fading traditions: Undas in Hagonoy

Oct 30, 2026

Flooded graves, fading traditions: Undas in Hagonoy

MANILA, Philippines — The water reaches past the ankles, swallowing the narrow paths between tombs at the Hagonoy Catholic Cemetery in Bulacan. Into it, families step carefully in rubber boots, carrying candles and flowers for loved ones they have come to remember. It is a scene far removed from the Undas gatherings residents once knew

Is Vista Mall Santa Rosa next to go as the Villars’ debt deadlines loom?

Oct 30, 2026

Is Vista Mall Santa Rosa next to go as the Villars’ debt deadlines loom?

The Villars aren’t saying much about the possible mall sale, but their long-delayed financials hint at billions in debt repayments that could be pushing them to part with some of their prized possessions

MMDA: Light to moderate traffic Friday morning ahead of Undas break

Oct 30, 2026

MMDA: Light to moderate traffic Friday morning ahead of Undas break

MANILA, Philippines — Light to moderate traffic was reported in several parts of Metro Manila on Friday morning as travelers headed to their home provinces in time for the Undas 2026 weekend. Below is the traffic situation along major roads as of 8 a.m., according to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA): READ: Rain, cloudy skies

Undas 2026: Latest News, Traffic Updates, Guides, and Everything You Need to Know

Oct 30, 2026

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LOOK: Aquino family tomb draws visitors ahead of Undas

Oct 30, 2026

LOOK: Aquino family tomb draws visitors ahead of Undas

MANILA, Philippines — Flower arrangements were seen at the Aquino family mausoleum at Manila Memorial Park-Sucat in Parañaque City on Friday, ahead of the Undas holidays. The tomb serves as the final resting place of prominent members of the Aquino family, particularly former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, former President Corazon “Cory” Aquino, and former

UNDAS 2026: When no one bids the dead goodbye

Oct 30, 2026

UNDAS 2026: When no one bids the dead goodbye

Historically, cultures all around the world have different ceremonies to commemorate their dead. These days, people typically bury their loved ones or cremate them, giving them final respects. But what happens when someone dies and there is no one left to claim their body, let alone bid them goodbye?

Marcos to new Bangsamoro MPs: Serve with humility, good governance

Oct 30, 2026

Marcos to new Bangsamoro MPs: Serve with humility, good governance

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday called on the newly elected members of the Bangsamoro parliament to serve the people with humility and honor those who fought for peace through good governance.

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