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Space X's upgraded Starship V3 ready for debut launch ahead of IPO
2+ hour, 47+ min ago (689+ words) STARBASE, Texas, May 19 (Reuters) - Space X is poised this week to conduct the 12th uncrewed test flight of its next-generation Starship rocket, the first of a newly upgraded vehicle seen as critical to Elon Musk's efforts to satisfy investors and push…...
Five dead, including two suspects, after shooting at San Diego mosque
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (255+ words) SAN DIEGO, May 18 (Reuters) - Two teenage gunman opened fire on Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego in California, killing three men outside the mosque, one of them a security guard, before the two suspects were found dead, apparently…...
NBI retirees defend Director Matibag, slam alleged move by Sen. Marcos to influence suspension
18+ hour, 54+ min ago (278+ words) The NBI Retirees and Ex-Employees Association Inc. (Rex EAI) strongly criticized what it described as attempts by Senator Imee Marcos to influence the president to suspend National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag and several agents, while expressing full…...
The Voice of Childhoods: Animation legend Tom Kane passes away at 64
20+ hour, 59+ min ago (306+ words) Voice acting legend Tom Kane, whose distinctive performances helped define beloved characters in The Powerpuff Girls, Star Wars animation, Disney Parks attractions, and countless other animated projects, has died at the age of 64 due to complications related to a stroke…...
PNP tasks commanders, personnel: Focus on "peace and order" amid political noise
20+ hour, 59+ min ago (389+ words) The Philippine National Police (PNP) assured continued cooperation and institutional stability with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), according to a Tuesday report by RH 52 Edniel Parrosa. According to PNP Chief PGen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. , law…...
ICC confirms Peter Haynes as Duterte's new counsel
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (290+ words) The International Criminal Court (ICC) Registry has formally confirmed the appointment of British lawyer Peter Haynes as the new counsel for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in his crimes against humanity case. In a document dated May 15, 2026, the Registry informed Trial…...
House recognizes BINI for global promotion of Filipino culture, OPM
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (171+ words) The House of Representatives has formally recognized P-pop group BINI for their contribution to promoting Filipino culture and Original Pilipino Music (OPM) on the global stage. The recognition was led by House Speaker Faustino "Bojie" Dy III, alongside House Majority…...
DOJ recommends filing of cases vs. Sen. Estrada, DPWH officials in flood control probe
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (228+ words) The Department of Justice (DOJ) recommended the filing of criminal charges against Senator Jose "Jinggoy" Estrada, several Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials, and other individuals over alleged involvement in a multi-billion-peso infrastructure corruption scheme linked to flood…...
PCG rescues 3 after motorbanca capsizes off Sta. Ana, Cagayan due to rough seas
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (212+ words) The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) responded to a maritime incident involving a capsized motorbanca off the waters near Pozorrubio, Sta. Ana, Cagayan, on May 16, following rough sea conditions that led to the vessel's overturning. In a social media post, the…...
Zubiri, Ejercito joins minority bloc ahead of impeachment proceedings
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (243+ words) Senator Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri and Sen. JV Ejercito has announced their move to the Senate minority bloc following last week's leadership shakeup in the upper chamber. Zubiri, who earlier declared his independence during the reorganization of Senate leadership, said…...