Month: January 2026
15 Dead As RORO Ferry Sinks Off Basilan; Search Ongoing For 43 Passengers
ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — At least 15 passengers were confirmed dead after a roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ferry sank off the waters of Basilan early Monday, January 26, authorities said. Basilan Governor Mujiv Hataman confirmed the fatalities in an interview with Super Radyo dzBB, saying rescue operations are still ongoing for dozens of missing passengers. Hataman said
PNP Orders Intensified Intel Ops vs Terror Recruitment In Mindanao
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered stricter monitoring and intensified intelligence-gathering to prevent terrorism-related recruitment and training activities in Mindanao, following warnings of renewed militant movements in parts of the region. PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the police force is in constant coordination with the Armed Forces of the
Bright Low-Orbit Satellites Are Becoming A Growing Problem For Astronomy
MANILA, Philippines – Bright satellites orbiting close to Earth are increasingly threatening astronomical research, as a new study on Amazon’s internet satellites underscores a wider problem facing scientists worldwide. Low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites are designed to sit just a few hundred kilometers above the planet to deliver faster internet coverage. But their proximity to
BARMM Lauds Support Of Two Region 12 Governors To Moro Communities
COTABATO CITY — Officials of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) have expressed appreciation for the support extended by two Christian governors in Region 12 to Moro communities, citing their cooperation as a boost to peace and development efforts in the area. The remarks came on Friday, January 23, the final day of
4 Army Soldiers Killed In DI-Maute Ambush In Lanao Del Norte
LANAO DEL NORTE, Philippines – Four Philippine Army soldiers were killed, while another was wounded, in an ambush carried out by militants of the Dawlah Islamiyah–Maute Group (DI-MG) on Friday in Barangay Lininding, Munai, Lanao del Norte. The Philippine Army said the soldiers were traveling in a private vehicle while conducting a community support program,
Starmer Wants Trump To Apologise Over Remarks On British Troops
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on Donald Trump to apologise for remarks that British leaders say insult the service and sacrifice of UK troops who fought alongside US forces in Afghanistan. The controversy erupted after the former US president made comments in a television interview suggesting that NATO allies, including the United Kingdom,
CHED Launches Bagong Pilipinas Merit Scholarship For Incoming College Students
Incoming college students will soon have expanded access to higher education nationwide following the launch of a new government-funded, merit-based scholarship program. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the Department of Education (DepEd), and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) on Friday signed a joint memorandum circular establishing the Bagong Pilipinas Merit Scholarship
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:
