Day: January 23, 2026
Australia Braces For Another Weekend Heatwave, Fire Danger Rises
Australia is set to endure another intense heatwave this weekend, with meteorologists warning of soaring temperatures and elevated fire danger across several states. Weather forecasts show temperatures climbing well above seasonal averages, particularly in southeastern Australia. Parts of South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and inland Queensland are expected to record highs exceeding 40 degrees
Fact Check: Mar Roxas Did Not Make Viral Anti-Duterte Statement
A Facebook post by a Western Samar-based vlogger claims that former senator Mar Roxas criticized former president Rodrigo Duterte, allegedly saying Duterte’s leadership was abusive, chaotic, and responsible for the deaths of many innocent people due to his failed war on drugs. Verdict: FALSE Facts Former senator Mar Roxas has categorically denied making the statement
Mark Carney At Davos: A Bold Vision For A New Global Order
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made waves at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, delivering a speech that many are calling one of the most consequential political addresses in recent memory. His remarks laid out a vision for a new global order at a time when traditional alliances are under pressure, particularly amid the
Climate Risks Grow From Arctic To Tropics As Scientists Debate Risky Fixes
MANILA, Philippines — Scientists are exploring bold ways to cool a rapidly warming planet, even as new research warns that climate change is intensifying risks to water, food, and ecosystems across the globe. A series of newly published studies shows how human-driven warming is reshaping Earth’s systems — from the Arctic and Antarctic to tropical
Fewer Gaming Phones, Better Value: The Best Midrange Picks For 2026
The market for gaming phones is shrinking—but gamers on a budget may actually be better off. With ASUS exiting the smartphone business, one of the biggest names in gaming phones has effectively stepped away from the scene. The Republic of Gamers (ROG) series once defined high-end mobile gaming, but its departure underscores a broader shift:
EXPLAINER: How Global Warming Is Making The Philippines More Vulnerable To Disasters
Global warming is no longer a distant threat for the Philippines—it is actively reshaping the country’s risk landscape, making extreme weather more frequent, intense, and deadly. International environmental group 350.org sounded the alarm after new data showed that 2025 was the world’s third-warmest year on record, underscoring how fast the climate crisis is accelerating. Why
