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BSP: Photocopying of peso bills is prohibited
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has reiterated that photocopying or reproducing banknotes is strictly prohibited. The reminder comes after images of photocopied currency circulated online, following a viral statement by private prosecutor Atty. Amando Ligutan that “photocopy is now an…
Eating dark chocolate can improve focus, brain function in mentally challenging tasks — study
A study published in the journal Heliyon suggests that dark chocolate may do more than satisfy cravings—it could also help improve mental focus. Researchers found that consuming dark chocolate rich in cacao polyphenols may enhance cognitive performance, particularly during mentally demanding…
Oil prices climb as US strikes on Iran fuel fears truce is unravelling
TOKYO, July 8 (Reuters) – Oil prices climbed nearly 2% on Wednesday after the U.S. military launched airstrikes against Iran and reimposed crude sales sanctions, raising fears their fragile truce was unravelling and Middle East supplies could be disrupted again. The U.S. airstrikes were in…
South Korean law targeting false online information takes effect
SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea began enforcing Tuesday a revised law targeting false information posted online, toughening penalties for repeat offenders despite concerns over the impact on free speech. The law, which requires major platforms to set up new response systems, comes as concern…
More areas under Signal No. 1 as super typhoon ‘Inday’ enters PAR: PAGASA
WEATHER ALERT: Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 has been raised over more areas in Northern Luzon after Super Typhoon “Inday” entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), state weather bureau PAGASA said. In its 5 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA said the following areas are under Signal No. 1: The…
Thousands without power in US Pacific islands after Super Typhoon Bavi
GUAM — Tens of thousands of people were without power Tuesday on Guam and the Northern Marianas after a super typhoon tore through the US Pacific territories, with no casualties reported. Worst hit was the small island of Rota when it was struck early Monday by Super Typhoon Bavi with winds up to…
Grand Theft Auto 6 seen to break records, sales on November launch, analysts say
The highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI is expected to break industry records upon its release on November 19, 2026, according to analysts. Citing industry forecasts, Forbes reported that the game could sell up to 40 million copies within its first 24 hours, potentially generating…
Study finds kimchi may help remove nanoplastics from the human body
A recent study suggests that eating kimchi, the traditional fermented cabbage dish from South Korea, may help remove nanoplastics from the human body. The study, published in the international journal Bioresource Technology, presents a potential biological approach to addressing the growing…
El Niño set to be strong, UN warns
GENEVA, Switzerland — El Niño will quickly develop into a strong event between July and September, fuelling the likelihood of extreme weather, the United Nations’ weather and climate agency warned Friday. The World Meteorological Organization said El Nino had already set in, and would quickly gain…
UN chief warns AI is developing faster than rules can keep up
GENEVA, July 6 (Reuters) – The United Nations secretary general on Monday warned that artificial intelligence is developing faster than anyone can keep up, urging the need for globally harmonised rules to reduce potential risks – especially to children. “A technology that can reshape…
A new champion awaits: World No. 1, 2, 3 exit Wimbledon
The top three seeds in women’s tennis bowed out of the Wimbledon Championships after suffering defeats in their respective matches, ensuring that a new champion will be crowned this year. Defending champion and World No. 3 Iga Swiatek was dethroned by Filipina rising star Alex Eala in the third…
US National Weather Service on super typhoon ‘Bavi’: ‘very dangerous and catastrophic’
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA — A “super typhoon” with equivalent force to a category-5 hurricane made landfall on the US island of Rota in the Pacific on Monday, the National Weather Service said, warning of “catastrophic damage and (a) life threatening situation.” “The western eyewall of Super…
Philippines rises to 72nd place in Henley Passport Index
The Philippines climbed one spot in the latest Henley Passport Index, ranking 72nd with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 66 destinations. According to the latest rankings, the Philippines shares the 72nd spot with Uganda, improving from 73rd place in January. Data from the index showed that…
WHO declares cruise ship hantavirus outbreak over
GENEVA, Switzerland — The World Health Organization on Thursday declared an end to the deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship which sparked international alarm, after the last person left quarantine. There were 12 confirmed and one probable case stemming from the MV Hondius, including three…
Philippines ranks among Southeast Asia’s angriest workers: report
The Philippines ranked second among Southeast Asian countries with the highest share of workers experiencing daily anger, according to a report by Gallup. In its State of the Global Workplace 2026 report, Gallup said 29% of Filipino respondents reported feeling anger daily, trailing only Myanmar…