Tensions Between North and South Korea Stem From Decade-Old Border Dispute

New York Times - Oct 27, 2026

A heated disagreement over recent land mine explosions is part of the legacy of the truce that halted the Korean War 73 years ago.

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Dole orders safety measures for riders amid extreme heat

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Engineer: Martin Romualdez not among kickback recipients

Oct 27, 2026

Engineer: Martin Romualdez not among kickback recipients

MANILA, Philippines — A public works engineer who admitted to collecting and counting alleged kickbacks from Bulacan flood control projects said on Tuesday that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez was not among the recipients. Engineer John Carlo Rivera, who worked under former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) District Engineer Henry Alcantara, testified to this

Cooler days seen as Pagasa declares onset of ‘amihan’ season

Oct 27, 2026

Cooler days seen as Pagasa declares onset of ‘amihan’ season

MANILA, Philippines — The state weather bureau on Tuesday officially declared the onset of the northeast monsoon or “amihan” season, which is expected to cause cooler weather, episodes of cold surges, and rough sea conditions. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said that the “amihan” will become the dominant weather system affecting

NCRPO warns public vs fake priests in cemeteries soliciting money on Undas

Oct 27, 2026

NCRPO warns public vs fake priests in cemeteries soliciting money on Undas

MANILA, Philippines—The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) warned the public against individuals posing as priests to solicit money for religious services during All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day (Undas). The NCRPO issued the advisory as thousands of families are expected to visit cemeteries, memorial parks and columbaria across Metro Manila for the observance.

Hontiveros calls for hydration facilities amid Super El Niño

Oct 27, 2026

Hontiveros calls for hydration facilities amid Super El Niño

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Tuesday urged local government units (LGUs) and the private sector to set up hydration stations and cooling centers in public spaces amid Super El Niño. Hontiveros, head of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, said reporting the day’s heat index alone was not enough and that people

Carlos files cyberlibel complaint vs. Tarriela, Logico

Oct 27, 2026

Carlos files cyberlibel complaint vs. Tarriela, Logico

MANILA, Philippines — Former National Security Adviser Clarita Carlos has filed a cyberlibel complaint before the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) against Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea (WPS) Rear Adm. Jay Tarriela and Philippine Military Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Michael Logico, NBI director Melvin Matibag confirmed. Matibag confirmed the development when

Dizon tells new DPWH chief Lopez: ‘Pay close attention to Bulacan’

Oct 27, 2026

Dizon tells new DPWH chief Lopez: ‘Pay close attention to Bulacan’

MANILA, Philippines — Former Public Works and Highways Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday asked Secretary Giovanni Lopez to closely monitor flood control projects and other developments in Bulacan as the latter assumes leadership of the agency. During a turnover ceremony of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Dizon presented several unfinished flood control and

Cloudy skies, rain showers expected in parts of Luzon due to ‘amihan’

Oct 27, 2026

Cloudy skies, rain showers expected in parts of Luzon due to ‘amihan’

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Castro dubs fake news peddlers ‘gremlins’ that keep multiplying

Oct 27, 2026

Castro dubs fake news peddlers ‘gremlins’ that keep multiplying

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Tuesday likened fake news peddlers to “gremlins” that multiply, even when it is not raining. This playful comparison came as Castro vowed a fiercer fight against fake news that she believes are meant to bring down the administration and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. READ: Claire Castro stays;

School violence prevention must begin at home – study

Oct 27, 2026

School violence prevention must begin at home – study

MANILA, Philippines — The findings of a new international study challenge the familiar belief that corporal punishment produces more disciplined children, with the lead researcher in the Philippines pointing out that preventing school violence depends on addressing children’s relationships at home and in school. Dr. Liane Peña Alampay of Ateneo de Manila University said in

Caraga seafood prices vary sharply between coastal, inland towns

Oct 27, 2026

Caraga seafood prices vary sharply between coastal, inland towns

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — How much consumers pay for seafood in the Caraga region depends heavily on whether they live by the sea or deep inland, regional market data showed. A price monitoring report by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) Caraga revealed a stark economic divide during the second week

India Evacuates Tens of Thousands as Cyclone Arnab Approaches

Oct 27, 2026

India Evacuates Tens of Thousands as Cyclone Arnab Approaches

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