Malaysia warns that rising tensions between India and Pakistan could disrupt rice imports, with Malaysia relying heavily on these imports for food security. As a result, Malaysia is seeking alternative suppliers from countries like Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia to maintain rice supply stability amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla questioned the Ombudsman’s order for him and others to submit counter-affidavits regarding alleged violations related to former President Duterte’s potential turnover to the ICC. Remulla expressed confusion over the order’s basis and assured compliance, maintaining that actions taken were lawful.
Zsa Zsa Padilla shared her concerns about recent showbiz deaths, urging colleagues to maintain their health during a media event for her 40th anniversary concert.
EJ Obiena won the first Patafa Pole Vault Challenge despite rain, achieving a season-best 5.80 meters. Held at Ayala Vermosa Sports Hub and organized by the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association, the event saw Obiena claiming victory on home soil.
The Philippine Nurses Association of Metro Houston (PNAMH) marked its 45th anniversary with a grand celebration that honored the dedication, leadership, and excellence of Filipino nurses across the Greater Houston area.
The Supreme Court (SC) has reiterated that the presumption that a letter was properly delivered, based on a post office’s registry return receipt, does not apply when strong evidence suggests otherwise.
On his 30th birthday, actor Daniel Padilla organized a tree-planting event in Calatagan, Batangas, alongside environmentalists, philanthropists, and fans, demonstrating his commitment to environmental sustainability.
Texas Senate considers Senate Bill 1988 to abolish the state lottery by 2026, reallocating funds to education and potentially impacting state revenue by nearly $2 billion annually.
Artjoy Torregosa from Cebu clinched gold in the women’s 10,000-meter category at the ICTSI Philippine Athletics Championships 2025 held on May 4 in Capas, Tarlac, marking a significant milestone in her running career.
Tyrese Haliburton’s last-second 3-pointer leads the Indiana Pacers to a 120-119 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, giving them a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals series. The Pacers scored the final eight points in the last 47.9 seconds of the game.