NEW YORK — The U.S. government has seized more than $14 billion in bitcoin and charged the founder of a Cambodian conglomerate in a massive cryptocurrency scam, accusing him and unnamed co-conspirators of exploiting forced labor to dupe would-be investors and using proceeds to purchase yachts, jets and a Picasso painting. In an indictment unsealed Tuesday, Brooklyn federal prosecutors charged Prince Holding Group chairman Chen Zhi with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy. At the same time, U.S. and British authorities imposed sanctions on Chen’s company, which is involved in real estate development and financial services, and the Treasury […]... Keep on reading: US charges Cambodian executive in massive crypto scam

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MANILA, Philippines — With the crafting of the 2026 national budget proceeding to the next stages in the coming weeks, all eyes are now on the Senate whether it would agree with the House of Representatives about opening up the bicameral conference committee deliberations, which have been traditionally held behind closed doors. For budget watchdogs, […]... Keep on reading: From proposal to approval: Budget watchers set up tracker

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It's time to binge-watch all your favorite Kapuso programs LIVE on Kapuso Stream! Catch our Kapuso shows here by subscribing to the GMA Network's official YouTube channel! Here's the list of programs with their PHT timeslots: 05:30 AM - Unang Hirit 08:00 AM - Art Angel (Pia Arcangel, Tonipet Gaba) 09:00 AM - Munting Heredera (Mona Alawi, Camille Prats, Mark Anthony Fernandez) 09:39 AM - Magic Palayok (Carla Abellana, Geoff Eigenmann, Angellie Sanoy) 10:10 AM - Legacy (Heart Evangelista, Lovi Poe) 11:00 AM - Tiktoclock (Kuya Kim Atienza, Pokwang, Faith Da Silva, Herlene Budol) 12:00 PM - It's Showtime! (Vice Ganda, Vhong Navarro, Anne Curtis, Jhong Hilario) 02:30 PM - Hating Kapatid (Carmina Villarroel, Zoren Legaspi, Mavy Legaspi, Cassy Legaspi) 03:20 PM - Cruz vs. Cruz (Gladys Reyes, Vina Morales, Neil Ryan Sese) 04:05 PM - Akusada (Andrea Torres, Benjamin Alves, Ashley Sarmiento, Marco Masa) 04:45 PM - Fast Talk With Boy Abunda (Boy Abunda) 05:10 PM - Encantadia 2016 (Kylie Padilla, Glaiza De Castro, Gabbi Garcia, Sanya Lopez) 05:40 PM - Family Feud Philippines (Dingdong Dantes) 06:30 PM - 24 Oras (Mel Tiangco, Vicky Morales, Emil Sumangil) 08:00 PM - Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre (Rhian Ramos, Bianca Umali, Faith Da Silva, Kelvin Miranda, Angel Guardian) 08:50 PM - Sanggang Dikit (Dennis Trillo, Jennylyn Mercado) 09:40 PM - Kapuso Primetime Cinema 10:20 PM - Saksi 11:05 PM - State of the Nation (Atom Araullo) Watch your favorite GMA Network shows at https://www.youtube.com/@gmanetwork/live and subscribe to get notified. #GMANetwork #KapusoStream GMA Live, GMA Livestream today, GMA Live Today

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The 20-point plan recently announced by United States President Donald Trump at a joint news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu comes close to living up to Trump’s hype. It is a bold attempt to address all the issues that need to be resolved if there is to be lasting peace in Gaza.  Could […]... Keep on reading: 5 problems with Trump’s Gaza peace plan

• Inquirer
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Last week, I was the keynote speaker for the first day of the 2025 Speech Communication Conference held at the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB). In those few hours, I saw the kind of work that my fellow researchers were carrying out. We all spoke the same language: examining the world through the […]... Keep on reading: Learning languages, telling stories

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MANILA, Philippines — Marikina Rep. Marcelino Teodoro went to the Department of Justice (DOJ) on Tuesday to submit his counteraffidavit as he also presented 28 witnesses to refute the complaints for acts of lasciviousness and rape by sexual assault filed against him by two police officers. Teodoro was accompanied by his wife, Marikina Mayor Marjorie […]... Keep on reading: Teodoro presents 28 witnesses to DOJ to refute sexual abuse raps

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A trickle of sweat raced down my hairline to join the one pooling above my upper lip. Inhale. Exhale. Zeroing in on what seemed to be a loose end at the bottom of the tower, I stretched my hand outward to give it a little push. The entire column shook with the force, threatening to […]... Keep on reading: The wind might’ve knocked my Jenga

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SEN. Bong Go extended assistance to families affected by a fire in Malate, Manila, through his Malasakit Team on Monday. In coordination with local officials, the senator’s team conducted a relief operation inside the Barangay 705 Covered Court, where 75 displaced families received financial aid, grocery packs, vitamins, shirts, snacks, water containers, electric fans, and basketballs and volleyballs. In a message delivered during the activity, Go emphasized the importance of preserving life and upholding the Filipino spirit of bayanihan during times of crisis. “It is heartbreaking to lose your home to fire, but what matters most is that we are alive,” Go said. “Material things can be replaced and money can be earned again, but a life lost is lost forever.” The senator also urged national and local governments to prioritize the construction of disaster-resilient evacuation centers as mandated by Republic Act 12076, or the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act, which he principally authored and co-sponsored. “I call on my fellow public servants to give priority to evacuation centers since it is already a law. Let’s not waste funds on flood control projects that become sources of corruption,” Go added. He renewed his call for the passage of Senate Bill 415, or the proposed Rental Housing Subsidy Program, which seeks to provide rental assistance to families displaced by calamities as they transition to permanent housing. “Let us remember, we only pass through this world once. Whatever good or help we can extend to others, let us do it now because we will not pass this way again,” he said. FRANCO JOSE C. BAROÑA

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LONDON — A professional tennis player who said a kiss caused a positive methamphetamine drug test was suspended for four years by the International Tennis Integrity Agency on Friday. Goncalo Oliveira, who represents Venezuela, was provisionally suspended in January following a positive test in November 2024 while competing at the ATP Challenger event in Manzanillo, […]... Keep on reading: ‘Kiss’ excuse fails to absolve tennis player in drug test

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PASAY City Mayor Emi Calixto-Rubiano on Tuesday led inspections of public schools to ensure classroom safety amid fears brought about by a series of recent earthquakes and rising influenza-like virus cases among students. Calixto-Rubiano was joined by acting city engineer Johari Rangiris, schools division superintendent Joel Torrecampo and other city officials. She said the city has recorded about 200 influenza-like illnesses since June, but most patients have already recovered, leaving only a few active cases. Also, the mayor showed reporters classroom tables designed to serve as sturdy shelter for students in the event of an earthquake, along with hard hats and emergency kits stored under each chair. In time for the inspection, the city government simultaneously conducted classroom disinfection to prevent further spread of the flu virus. The mayor also instructed school administrators to make misting and disinfection a regular practice. She said health centers and facilities were ready to assist sick students, assuring residents of sufficient medicine supplies when needed. The City Engineering Office said it would take several days to complete inspections to verify the structural stability of school buildings and other facilities. During Monday’s flag-raising ceremony, Calixto-Rubiano emphasized the importance of preparedness over mere resilience in times of calamities. “When it comes to disasters and calamities, resilience is indeed commendable, but preparedness is paramount,” the mayor said, noting the city’s strong interagency coordination to provide “efficient, modern and innovative capacities” for Pasayeños’ safety and well-being. She also commended Vice Mayor Mark Calixto for his “determination and sincerity” in public service, citing his first 100 days as vice mayor as proof of the city’s commitment to “honest and more-than-sufficient service.” Moreover, the mayor said the city has long invested in readiness, recalling that Pasay distributed “Go Bags” to residents as early as 2020 during the height of the pandemic and the typhoon season. JAMES DANIEL DANIO

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• 3 gün, 8 saat, 57 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — The authority to impose class suspensions should be exercised responsibly and also continue to reflect care for the commitment to learning continuity, the Department of Education (DepEd) said on Tuesday. It issued the reminder to local government units (LGUs) after Laguna Gov. Sol Aragones ordered the suspension of classes in the province […]... Keep on reading: Laguna’s suspension of classes prompts reminder from DepEd

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Although with different lead actors—the late President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. then, and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. now—the scenarios and sequence of events are almost the same. ​In 1983, former Sen. Ninoy Aquino was assassinated. There was a flood of people in the streets who joined and watched his funeral march. Marcos Sr. created the Fernando […]... Keep on reading: Will Marcos learn from history and change its course?

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ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar — An elite Madagascar military unit said Tuesday it had taken power in the Indian Ocean nation after parliamentarians voted to impeach President Andry Rajoelina following weeks of anti-government protests. There were celebrations in the streets of the capital after the commander of the CAPSAT military unit, which joined the demonstrators at the weekend, announced that it was in charge. The presidency denounced “a clear act of attempted coup” and insisted that Rajoelina, in hiding reportedly out of the country, “remains fully in office.” Rajoelina, 51, had late Monday refused growing demands to step down from the protest […]... Keep on reading: Military seizes power in Madagascar as president impeached

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MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading two landmark education measures aimed at closing the country’s widening education gap by improving access for students in underserved and marginalized communities. House Bills No. 4744 (Private Basic Education Voucher Program) and 4755 (Last-Mile School Act) were both passed with over […]... Keep on reading: House approves landmark bills boosting access to education

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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is appealing for information on two overseas Filipino workers who have been missing in Hong Kong since Oct. 4, expressing deep concern over their disappearance. Citing reports from its Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Hong Kong, the DMW on Tuesday identified the missing Filipino workers as […]... Keep on reading: DMW seeks information on 2 missing Filipinos in Hong Kong

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MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero merely reiterated in his explanation to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) that he accepted the P30 million donation of a contractor-friend for his Senate campaign in May 2022 because he believed the money was given by the donor in a “personal capacity.” Talking to reporters about Escudero’s affidavit, […]... Keep on reading: Escudero: P30-M donation from contractor-friend from private fund

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