A weak La Niรฑa climate pattern has finally emerged in the Pacific Ocean, arriving months later than anticipated. This development brings the potential for disruptive weather patterns worldwideโ€”raising risks of drought in some regions and intensifying rains in othersโ€”even as it temporarily cools global average temperatures. The phenomenon, part ofContinue Reading

Cotabato City, Philippines โ€” Ethnic Blaan farmers in the highlands of Datalblao, Columbio, Sultan Kudarat, are optimistic about improving their livelihood following the completion of a footbridge over the Dalol River, which previously hindered their access to the town market during rainy days. The Blaans, an indigenous group in MindanaoContinue Reading

A human rights group has denounced the financial terrorism charges filed against two pastors of the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Zamboanga Sibugay. The pastors had extended sanctuary to individuals claiming their lives were in dangerโ€”a fundamental act of compassion they say is being unjustly criminalized. Grecian T. Asoy, spokespersonContinue Reading

During Friday’s sentencing for 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records, former President and now President-elect Donald Trump delivered a disjointed statement via video feed, leaving many in the courtroom visibly frustrated. The case stems from allegations that Trump orchestrated hush-money payments during the 2016 presidential campaign to concealContinue Reading