Thomas Markle Sr., father of Meghan Markle, has relocated to Cebu City, Philippines, as part of efforts toward family reconciliation. Living in a high-rise apartment and supported by his son, Thomas Markle Jr., this move is accompanied by media attention due to ongoing family dynamics with the Duchess of Sussex.
Teo Briones and Kaitlyn Santa Juana star in “Final Destination Bloodlines,” a new film exploring a family’s battle against fate. The movie, part of the “Final Destination” series, continues the franchise’s tradition of suspense and supernatural themes, featuring a diverse cast led by actors of Filipino descent.
The Supreme Court (SC) has launched the Court Management Office (CMO) Data Hub, a centralized online platform to simplify and expedite the submission of reports by trial courts to the Office of the Court Administrator (OCA) – Court Management Office (CMO).
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved amendments to the Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act, enhancing registration and reporting requirements for motorcycle owners in the Philippines. The new law outlines specific timelines for registration and reporting sales or dispositions of motorcycles to the Land Transportation Office.
Houston, Dallas, and Austin feature in the 2025 World’s Wealthiest Cities Report, emphasizing Texas’s significant role in global wealth, despite fluctuations in millionaire populations due to industry changes and relocations.
Consul General Gunther Sales participated in the 2025 Oklahoma Showcase from May 6 to 8, 2025, to meet with local officials and academic leaders and explore areas for collaboration.
The Texas House advances House Bill 46, expanding medical cannabis use, and considers Senate Bill 3 for stricter THC regulations. House Bill 46 aims to include more medical conditions and products. Senate Bill 3 seeks to regulate THC sales and ensure compliance, reflecting Texas’ evolving stance on medical marijuana and THC oversight.
Texas House Bill 4 proposes replacing the STAAR test with shorter exams aligned with national standards. The bill, approved by the House, now faces Senate scrutiny.
A federal judge allows the IRS to share tax data with ICE for immigration enforcement, sparking debates over privacy rights and enforcement policies. Nonprofit groups have opposed the move, highlighting concerns for undocumented taxpayers.
Kanlaon Volcano erupted in the Philippines, spewing a three-kilometer-high ash plume and causing ashfall in several Negros Occidental localities. Phivolcs continues to monitor the situation closely.