Philippine rice researchers turn to solar technology as El Niño threatens farms
Andre Alfonso R. Gutierrez State rice scientists are promoting a portable, solar-powered irrigation pump that saves farmers the cost of diesel and…
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Russian government proposes to raise defense spending to $202bn in 2027 budget
James Mario Ajero Russia's defence expenditures are set to increase in 2027, following the government's proposal to raise military funding to…
Quentin Tarantino’s West End debut starring Sacha Baron Cohen to open in March 2027
Bobbie Matias Award-winning filmmaker Quentin Tarantino's first stage play 'The Popinjay Cavalier' will make its debut in London's West End…
UNDP warns of ‘wake-up call’ as global poverty rises
Angelica N. Hall The rise in global poverty should serve as a "wake-up call for the world," United Nations Development Programme…
Hidden meaning behind late Queen’s unusual registration plate – and how it shows ‘private jokes’ within Royal Family
Newsjustnews writers Former royal butler Grant Harrold has revealed the hidden meaning behind Queen Elizabeth II’s private registration plate, explaining…
Prince Harry more ‘relaxed’ since returning to UK – and showing off ‘happier side’, claims body language expert
Prince Harry appears to be showing a more 'relaxed and comfortable' side of himself since returning to the…
Commercial blockade escalates in Hormuz as US, Iran step up attacks
Commercial ships face intensifying safety risks as the United States and Iran race to meet their military objectives…
Microsoft boss says AI is ‘less regulated than milk’
Lucia Caporalini As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more and more powerful, numerous experts are coming forward to warn the world…
Pope Leo XIV set to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule
Pope Leo XIV announced on October 11 that he would undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule that…
Formula One news: Max Verstappen wins Singapore Grand Prix, Antonelli extends title lead
Carmela Calling Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen won at the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday, marking his very first triumph…
Pan Asia Bank part-finances Sri Lankan govt’s 10 MW battery storage facility in Galle
KC Maderia Pan Asia Bank has provided part-financing for a 10 MW/40 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Galle,…
Sri Lanka faces growing shadow economy challenges despite recovery efforts
Maybelene Marcelino Sri Lanka continues to recover from its worst economic crisis, but new data suggest informal activity and corruption…
Cycling news: Paul Seixas grabs first-ever Monument victory in Il Lombardia
Wendellyn Mateo French prodigy Paul Seixas secured his first ever Monument title in Il Lombardia on Saturday, becoming the youngest…
US-ICC dispute erupts after Nobel Peace Prize winner named
Jacinth Banite The United States and the International Criminal Court (ICC) have entered into a fresh tussle, stemming from the…
A glance at Indonesia’s death row, where executions are on hold while inmates keep coming
Indonesia's death row is getting crowded, with the state not carrying out any executions since 2016.
UK IPO approves ‘human-authored’ certification mark for books
Ciara Mina The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has approved the United Kingdom's first mark certifying that books are human-authored.
Filipino remake of Thai horror film ‘Pee Mak’ to hit cinemas on October 14
Hazel Camba Thailand’s box-office horror-comedy hit “Pee Mak” is getting a Filipino adaptation, starring Wilbert Ross and Bea Binene, and…
India’s voter-roll overhaul sparks street protests
Rosemarie Zamora Thousands of Indians have gathered across the country calling for the resignation of the country's election commissioner following…
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle elected new dean of College of Cardinals
Elan Castanares Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has been elected as the new Dean of the College of Cardinals, becoming…
‘Ragebait’ crowned Germany’s Youth Word of the Year 2026
The internet term "Ragebait" has been officially named Germany's Youth Word of the Year for 2026 following a…
Haiti postpones elections indefinitely amid worsening gang violence
Jheruleene Anne Ramos Haiti has postponed its general elections indefinitely as gang violence and political instability continue to grip the Caribbean…
Reconfigured Milwaukee Bucks step into new NBA season without Giannis Antetokounmpo
Geoffrey H. Latayan The Milwaukee Bucks are ready for the 2026-27 NBA season with a new look roster months after the…
Premier League managers have their say on Man City charges
Liam McLaughlan Premier League managers have been quizzed on Manchester City’s financial charges as the top flight returns from the…
Bill to amend Singapore’s MPA Act receives First Reading
Parliament on Tuesday, October 6, gave its First Reading to a bill seeking to amend the Maritime and…