Stories Behind The Headlines
COTABATO CITY, Philippines โ Minimum wage earners in the Bangsamoro region will receive a two-tranche,…
In a bold and coordinated strike, police forces across 10 countries have dismantled what is believed to be the worldโs largest piracy network, dealing a major blow to digital piracy. Dubbed Operation Takendown, the massive effort spanned the UK, Bulgaria,…
Workers in the private sector across the Zamboanga Peninsula are set to receive a โฑ33 increase in their daily minimum wage, according to the new wage order approved by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB). The new wage…
Sharon Stone didnโt hold back as she addressed the state of American politics during her appearance at Italyโs Torino Film Festival on Monday, November 25. The legendary Basic Instinct star, now 66, was honored with a lifetime achievement award at…
As the holiday season approaches, a new study from BAN Toxics sheds light on a silent but alarming threat to childrenโs safety: toxic chemicals lurking in plastic toys. Released as global leaders gather in Korea for the Global Plastics Treaty…
In the heart of escalating hostilities in southern Lebanon, life-saving medical supplies from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) are offering a beacon of hope to embattled civilians in the Marjaayoun area. Mobile clinics run by the Ministry…
The world is already witnessing the devastating effects of climate change, forcing countless people in the Global South to flee their homes. But the fear of mass climate migration to Europe is overblown, argues Jan Freihardt, a researcher specializing in…
Greed and the unrelenting pursuit of power and wealth are fueling the destruction of Albayโs environment, says Bishop Joey Baylon of the Diocese of Legazpi, as the province reels from catastrophic flooding that displaced thousands. Speaking at a press conference…
The worldโs richest man, Elon Musk, and President-elect Donald Trumpโs self-proclaimed โfirst buddy,โ ignited controversy on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by accusing retired Army officer Alexander Vindman of treason and calling for him to โpay the appropriate penalty.โ…
The Parody King of the Philippines, Norman Mitchell, is bringing his signature humor and musical wit to Ipil on December 2 as the headline act for the 4th anniversary celebration of Stonehill Farms and Resto. Known for his hilarious parodies…
