France to launch sovereign alternative to Microsoft Teams and Zoom by 2027
Liam McLaughlan France has announced plans to roll out a domestically developed video conferencing and messaging platform, Visio, across all…
January 2026
Asian countries tighten airport health checks amid Nipah virus threat
Hazel Camba Countries across Asia are enhancing traveler screening at airports following the recent Nipah virus cases reported in India’s…
Health authorities on alert as Nipah virus threatens Nepal
Jheruleene Anne Ramos Nepali authorities are on alert as the Nipah virus threatens the Himalayan country following an outbreak in neighbouring…
PBA Philippine Cup Finals: San Miguel Beermen seize series edge
Paolo Castro The San Miguel Beermen took a 3-2 lead in their best-of-seven championship series against TNT Tropang 5G in…
Rising dark fleet activity observed off Malaysian waters: UANI
Mary Mae Balasanos Non-profit organisation United Against a Nuclear Iran (UANI) has observed the doubling numbers of dark fleet passing off…
WHO advises schools to create healthier eating environments for children
Rosemarie Zamora For the first time, the World Health Organization (WHO) has advised all schools worldwide to promote a healthy…
Japan crowns winner of ‘Capybara Long Bath Showdown’
Adam Peaker A capybara from Nagasaki – aptly named Prune – has won Japan’s annual ‘Capybara Long Bath Showdown’, where…
ASEAN foreign ministers set agenda
Elan Castanares Foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have convened in Cebu, Philippines, for an annual…
K-pop titan EXO conquers global charts, announces highly anticipated comeback tour
Maybelene Marcelino EXO, one of K-pop’s most influential groups, is making waves on two fronts this year with an eighth…
‘Silenced’: Amber Heard features in new documentary, speaks out about Johnny Depp trial
Shameeka Voyiya In a rare interview, actress Amber Heard has finally spoken out about the aftermath of her 2022 defamation…
‘One Battle After Another’, ‘Sinners’ top 2026 Bafta nominations
Rachel Walker It will be Leo versus Michael, round 1 on February 22nd after “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners”…
Luxury gifts, power: South Korea’s ex-first lady Kim Keon-hee sentenced to prison
Kamille Q. Cabreza Once a symbol of presidential glamour and influence, former first lady Kim Keon-hee on Wednesday became a defining…
‘Game of Thrones’ star Lena Headey joins cast of Amazon MGM’s ‘Red, White & Royal Wedding’
Bobbie Ysabelle Matias British actress Lena Headey will be joining the cast of Amazon MGM Studio's 'Red, White & Royal Wedding',…
WWE news: Finn Balor attacks CM Punk during title defence against AJ Styles
John Christopher Aquino Finn Balor returned to his usual antics after returning to the United States, attacking CM Punk while defending…
EU, India sign landmark trade deal
Zdravko Yazhikov The European Union (EU) and India have negotiated a historic free trade agreement (FTA) after nearly two decades…
Oscars voters admit Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo’s snubs due to their ‘creepy’ behaviour
Lucia Caporalini As the cinema awards season approaches, the first – thorny – revelations about nominees have been made public.…
Philippines explores nuclear technology to tackle plastic pollution
Andre Alfonso R. Gutierrez The Philippines is advancing the use of nuclear technology to address plastic pollution, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr…
Jennette McCurdy’s novel ‘Half His Age’ sparks early praise and debate
Anna Ferraz Former child actor and bestselling author Jennette McCurdy has released her first novel, ‘Half His Age’, published in…
Ancient tomb unearthed in Vietnam’s Quang Ninh
Diana Mae Y. Cleto An ancient tomb has been unearthed in Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province, with initial findings now released. The Quang…
French President Emmanuel Macron’s shades and ‘for sure’ speech at Davos go viral
French President Emmanuel Macron’s speech to world leaders at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos last week…
House moves forward impeachment complaints against Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Angelica N. Hall Two impeachment complaints against Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr were referred on Monday to the House of Representatives'…
Weight loss meds: Dangerous, or great help in shedding the extra kilos?
Eleni Poulios New year, new me – many people have likely set themselves goals for 2026. A common New Year’s…
UAE team cements early dominance after Jay Vine wins season-opening Tour Down Under
Wendellyn Mateo UAE Team Emirates-XRG cemented their position as the squad to beat after rider Jay Vine cruised to overall…
“Heated Rivalry” phenomenon reaches Olympic stage
Carmela Calling Fans of the hit Canadian television series "Heated Rivalry" are buzzing with excitement after breakout stars Hudson Williams…