Child protection support service teams handle 428 family cases by last Sept
Child protection support service teams handle 428 family cases by last SeptSocial Welfare Department Family and Child Welfare Branch Chief Social Work Officer (Domestic Violence) Dora Yuen (center) said that the government has increased manpower in handling child abuse cases. (Source: news.gov)
Source:The Standard
February 08, 2026 11:06 UTC
Trump praises new Honduras leader after talks in US
Trump praises new Honduras leader after talks in USU.S. President Donald Trump walks towards the Presidential Limousine from Air Force One after landing at Palm Beach International Airport on February 6, 2026 in Palm Beach, Florida.
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February 08, 2026 11:06 UTC
Japan's Takaichi aims for blizzard of votes in rare winter election
Japan's Takaichi aims for blizzard of votes in rare winter electionJapan's Prime Minister and leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), Sanae Takaichi, speaks during an election campaign event ahead of the February 8 snap election, in Tokyo, Japan, February 7, 2026.
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February 08, 2026 09:56 UTC
Marcos invited Trump to ASEAN Summit, says PH ambassador
Marcos invited Trump to ASEAN Summit, says PH ambassadorUS President Donald Trump meets with Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on July 22, 2025. MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has invited United States President Donald Trump to attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in the Philippines, Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez said. "When President Marcos went to the White House last July, that's one of the things we mentioned to President Trump," Romualdez said. ASEAN hostThe Philippines is hosting the 48th and 49th ASEAN Summits this year as part of its fourth stint as ASEAN chair. The 48th ASEAN Leaders' Summit is scheduled for May 8 to 9 in Cebu, followed by the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits from November 10 to 12.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 08:36 UTC
Eala aims to get even with Valentova in Qatar Open
Eala aims to get even with Valentova in Qatar OpenMANILA, Philippines -- Alex Eala will start her climb to the steeper WTA100 Qatar Open against a familiar foe in Tereza Valentova of Czechia in Round 1, eyeing sweet revenge after bowing via sweep last time out. Valentova, a twin-champion in both the 2024 French Open girls’ singles and doubles, lived up to her lofty billing as the No. Eala and Valentoza are shoulder to shoulder in the WTA rankings – Eala at No. Should Eala pass the test of the 18-year-old Czech, she would be in for a possible clash against 2023 French Open finalist, World No. Eala’s good friends in Sonmez, WTA No.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 07:39 UTC
Acclaimed Iraqi film explores Saddam Hussein's absurd birthday rituals
PARIS, France — For Iraqis who lived through the 1990s, dictator Saddam Hussein's birthday on April 28 was a disorientating day of celebration and propaganda. "It makes you lie, it makes you a hypocrite, it makes you deceitful and it lasts long after it's gone." With "The President's Cake," Hadi hopes to deliver a timely reminder to his country, where Saddam's rule "hasn't been explored enough." Once a thriving producer of films, Iraqi cinema is still struggling to recover from the chaos the country has endured over the last two decades. "I hope people will be more receptive to Iraqi films in coming years," said Hadi.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 07:12 UTC
Atong Ang not in Cambodia
Atong Ang not in CambodiaCharlie “Atong” Ang files criminal charges before the Mandaluyong City Prosecutor's Office on July 3, 2025 against Julie “Dondon” Patidongan and Alan Bantiles for false accusations related to the case of missing sabungeros. MANILA, Philippines — Fugitive tycoon Atong Ang is not in Cambodia, an official from its capital Phnom Penh said. The spokesperson for Cambodia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, issued a statement February 6 effectively denying earlier reports that the tycoon is in Cambodia. Remulla earlier speculated that Ang is allegedly hiding in Cambodia, citing information that gaming operations in the Philippines had ceased and later shifted there. RELATED: Atong Ang may be hiding in Cambodia — DILG chief RemullaThe information, according to Remulla, came from the self-proclaimed whistleblower Julie Patidongan, who bared the alleged location of the "missing sabungeros" who have been missing since 2021.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 06:17 UTC
Shear line brings heavy rain to Luzon, Visayas
Shear line brings heavy rain to Luzon, VisayasFloods have been experienced by residents of Barangay Sabangan, in Caramoran, Catanduanes due to the shear line on Feb. 8, 2026. MANILA, Philippines —State weather bureau PAGASA issued a weather advisory Sunday morning, February 8, warning of heavy rainfall across parts of Luzon and the Visayas due to a prevailing shear line. PAGASA said rainfall distribution is expected to shift as the shear line persists:Sunday to Monday noon (February 9): Heavy rains over Quezon, Oriental Mindoro, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, and Sorsogon. Monday noon to Tuesday noon (February 10): Rains concentrated over Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, Sorsogon, Northern Samar, and Eastern Samar. Media reports said flooding was already recorded in parts of Bicol, including Barangay Sabangan in Caramoran, Catanduanes, due to persistent heavy rains.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 06:11 UTC
Tarriela invites Marcoleta to join West Philippine Sea mission flight
Tarriela invites Marcoleta to join West Philippine Sea mission flightComposite: Philippine Coast Guard photo in April 2025 of personnel conducting maritime exercise near Pag-asa Island and Sen. Rodante Marcoleta (R) as seen in August 2025MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela has invited Sen. Rodante Marcoleta to join a maritime domain awareness flight over the Kalayaan Island Group. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Tarriela said he was willing to arrange the flight and personally join the operation, following controversy over Marcoleta's remarks on the status of the Kalayaan Island Group. "Give Senator Marcoleta a chance," Tarriela wrote, adding that residents of Pag-asa Island would be "happy to welcome" the senator. He said his comments were made in reference to technical requirements for listing the West Philippine Sea with the International Hydrographic Organization. The Kalayaan Island Group lies about 280 nautical miles west of Palawan and is part of the Philippines' claimed territory in the South China Sea.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 06:04 UTC
In Photos: Philippines-US joint bomber patrols over West Philippine Sea
In Photos: Philippines-US joint bomber patrols over West Philippine SeaTwo U.S. B-52 bomber aircraft participate in a Live Drop exercise on February 2, 2026, at Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base, Tarlac City. On February 6, the engagement culminated in a Joint Bomber Air Patrol over the West Philippine Sea and Luzon Strait, showcasing combined mission planning, airspace coordination, and operational readiness among Philippine and US air units. FA-50PH fighter aircraft flies alongside a U.S. B-52 bomber aircraft over the Luzon Straight. Philippines and US air assets flying a bilateral bomber air patrol. FA-50PH fighter aircraft and two U.S. B-52 bomber aircraft.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 04:42 UTC
Volunteers collectively build the success of the National Games
The Volunteer Recognition Ceremony for the Hong Kong Competitive Region of the 15th National Games, the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities & the 9th National Special Olympic Games was held at the Hong Kong Velodrome to commend all volunteers for their dedicated contributions, which enabled the smooth and successful holding of all events.
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February 08, 2026 04:21 UTC
VP downplays new impeach raps, slams senator
VP downplays new impeach raps, slams senatorMANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte dismissed yesterday the newly filed impeachment complaints of Akbayan party-list against her, alleging that they are politically motivated and tied to Sen. Risa Hontiveros’ supposed presidential ambitions in 2028. In a video message, Duterte questioned the credibility of Akbayan, the party-list of which Hontiveros is a member. Their leader has repeatedly publicly stated her intention to run for president – a clear indication of the political motive behind their actions,” she said. While VP Sara is in power, the threat of a full-blown Duterte comeback is still a very real and present danger. It is not clear what they are fighting for in terms of public order, but their politicking and affecting our country’s diplomacy is very clear,” Duterte added.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 01:17 UTC
Sea travel ban lifted
In a PhilStar.com report yesterday, Basyang has slightly intensified as it neared landfall in Mindanao, according to PAGASA. -PAGASA said Basyang made its initial landfall in Surigao del Sur early yesterday, moving west-northwest at 25 kilometers per hour, packing maximum sustained winds of 75 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 90 kph. Wind Signal No. 2 was raised over several areas in the Visayas and Mindanao, while some parts of Luzon were under Signal No.
Source:Philippine Star
February 08, 2026 01:02 UTC