November 2025

DFA poised to cancel Zaldy Co’s passport pending legal ruling

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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said it has not yet received a court order to cancel the passport of resigned lawmaker Zaldy Co, who faces an arrest warrant. The DFA explained that it can only act on passport cancellations when courts or competent authorities issue formal directives. The agency said it will comply once it receives the required order and confirmed that it coordinates with law enforcement and judicial institutions in handling travel documents of individuals with pending criminal cases.

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Hidilyn Diaz tells Karl Eldrew Yulo: “Don’t quit”

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Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz attended the 2025 Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championships at Newport World Resorts in Pasay City to support Filipino junior gymnast Karl Eldrew Yulo, younger brother of world champion Carlos Yulo, during the men’s all-around final. Yulo did not reach the podium in the all-around standings, but Diaz met him after the event and urged him not to quit and to keep working on his routines for future competitions. The Junior World Championships gathered young gymnasts from multiple countries, with the Philippine delegation using the meet to evaluate its junior athletes under international standards. Diaz’s presence highlighted athlete-to-athlete support within Philippine sports as officials and coaches monitored performances and prepared for upcoming international events.

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North Dakota’s top court brings back abortion ban

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North Dakota’s Supreme Court has restored the state’s near-total abortion ban after failing to secure a majority to uphold a lower court ruling that blocked the law. The decision returns one of the country’s most restrictive abortion measures to full effect, limiting access to the procedure except in narrow circumstances. Lawmakers, medical providers and advocacy groups are now adjusting to the renewed legal landscape, while broader debates over constitutional rights and reproductive health in North Dakota continue.

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Trump ends deportation protections for Somalis in Minnesota

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President Donald Trump announced that he is ending deportation protections for Somali immigrants in Minnesota, signaling a shift in federal immigration policy affecting one of the largest Somali communities in the United States. The move targets Somali nationals who had received temporary protection from removal due to conditions in Somalia. The decision places renewed focus on immigration enforcement, legal status reviews, and potential deportation actions involving Somali immigrants residing in Minnesota. Community groups, legal advocates, and policymakers are monitoring how the change will affect affected individuals and families.

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Dylan Harper joins Austin Spurs Turkey Drive for the holidays

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Rookie guard Dylan Harper joined a turkey drive on the east side of San Antonio ahead of Thanksgiving, helping distribute turkeys and groceries to local residents. The event formed part of the Spurs organization’s ongoing community outreach efforts and aimed to support families facing food insecurity during the holiday season. Organizers, volunteers and team representatives coordinated distribution, provided information on local resources and worked to assist households preparing Thanksgiving meals.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene to vacate her seat in Congress

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia announced on X that she will resign from Congress early next year, following a weeks-long split with former President Donald Trump and many Republicans. The timing of her departure, the process for a special election in Georgia’s 14th District, and the reaction from GOP leaders remain uncertain. The move could affect the narrow Republican majority in the U.S. House and reshape internal party dynamics as potential successors prepare for a likely contest to fill her solidly conservative seat.

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DNA breakthrough brings closure to 1983 KFC murders

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Houston authorities report a DNA breakthrough in the 1983 Kilgore KFC murders, identifying the long-suspected third perpetrator through new forensic testing of preserved crime scene evidence. Investigators say modern DNA analysis linked material from the restaurant and crime scene to a man previously associated with the case, clarifying his role decades after the killing of five victims. Officials have updated the case file and notified families, describing the finding as a key development in one of East Texas’ most notable homicide investigations.

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$10M lawsuit targets UH, fraternity over alleged hazing

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A former University of Houston student has filed a $10 million hazing lawsuit in Harris County against UH and a campus fraternity, alleging severe physical and psychological injuries from pledge activities. The complaint claims violations of anti-hazing laws, negligence, and failures in supervision and enforcement of university policies. The plaintiff seeks compensatory and punitive damages and requests a jury trial. The case remains pending in state district court, with no trial date yet set and no formal responses filed by the defendants in the public record at this time.

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