Former US President to host a podcast on Audible
Sarah Irwin Launching September 24, Obama will host A Great Book with Barack Obama: a six-episode podcast available exclusively on…
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US maritime group criticizes extension of Jones Act waiver
KC Maderia US maritime groups have criticized the Trump administration’s decision to extend a waiver of the Jones Act for…
Jakarta becomes latest Southeast Asian city to welcome Cong Ca Phe
Andre Alfonso R. Gutierrez Jakarta is set to join the growing list of Southeast Asian cities hosting a branch of Hanoi-founded coffee…
30 years later, Tupac’s murder trial begins as accused killer’s memoir takes center stage
Rosemarie Zamora Considered one of America's most high-profile unresolved killings, the trial of Shakur's alleged killer, Duane "Keffe D" Davis,…
Participation of transgender athletes in WNBA becomes a hot topic
Geoffrey H. Latayan The possible participation of transgender players in the WNBA has again become a talking point after French transgender…
Queer Filipino animated film ‘The Lovers’ to stream for free on Aug 30
Bobbie Matias 'The Lovers', a queer animated short film set in dark fantasy Philippines, will finally be available for streaming…
Music news: MAMAMOO reunite with Filipino Moos after three years
Levi Mora MAMAMOO's long-awaited Manila return reminded fans why the quartet remains one of K-pop's most respected live acts.
Philippine lawmaker pushes strict AI governance bill to protect workers
Angelica N. Hall Akbayan Partylist Representative Chel Diokno once again seeks to establish AI governance in the Philippines with House Bill…
BookTok backlash: Is performative reading a problem?
Gabrielle Wilkinson Readers and content creators have hit back at The Independent’s controversial claim that Instagram's new feature enables performative…
Solar panels on UK balconies: The energy revolution we have been waiting for?
Emily Hodson Solar power is finally moving from rooftops to shelves. From August 27 2026, plug-in balcony solar panels will…
Seoul, Washington to conduct military drills amid threats from Pyongyang
James Mario Ajero South Korean and US forces will launch their annual joint military exercises next week as the allies seek…
Philippine Coast Guard warns residents of potential debris from China’s rocket
Fisherfolk, boat operators, and coastal communities in Cagayan, Philippines, were urged to stay clear of two designated sea…
Demi Vollering crowned champion in explosive Tour de France Femmes finale
Wendellyn Mateo Demi Vollering was crowned champion of this year’s Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift on Sunday after she…
F1 star George Russell announces engagement to Carmen Montero Mundt
Carmela Calling Formula 1 driver George Russell has announced his engagement to longtime partner Carmen Montero Mundt. In an Instagram…
K-pop news: TWICE’s Jeongyeon departs JYP Entertainment after more than a decade
Maybelene Marcelino TWICE vocalist Jeongyeon has officially ended her more than ten-year journey with JYP Entertainment, announcing the news on…
Ukraine, Serbia eye closer bilateral ties amid Russian strikes on Kyiv
Hazel Camba Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić have agreed to strengthen economic and bilateral co-operation during…
TV news: Why is the Battle of Tumbleton so important in ‘House of the Dragon’?
The eighth and final episode of Season 3 of “The House of the Dragon” is shaping up to…
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan reach key defence deal amid threats of US-Iran war
Jacinth Banite Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have bolstered their security co-operation by establishing a new defence pact, as the…
ASEAN chair demand release of Aung San Suu Kyi
Elan Castanares The Philippines, holding the 2026 chairship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), has renewed its call…
Volleyball news: Alas Pilipinas Women claim historic silver finish at 6th SEA V.Cup leg 2
Alas Pilipinas Women secured a historic silver finish in the second leg of the SEA V.Cup after defeating…
‘Sound not available’ for Donald Trump’s TikTok post after using Taylor Swift’s song
Ciara Mina Taylor Swift has made another one of her songs unavailable for use by the United States President Donald…
LeBron James’ move to Philadelphia 76ers boosts economy as agent hints at longer career
Jheruleene Anne Ramos NBA superstar LeBron James may extend his playing career by several more seasons after signing with the Philadelphia…
Cameroon defends President Paul Biya’s prolonged absence amid growing concern
Cameroon has defended the prolonged absence of long-time President Paul Biya as criticism and concerns over his health…
US Senate approves tougher sanctions bill against Russian energy
The United States Senate has approved a sanctions package aimed at increasing pressure on Russia’s energy exports. The…