November 2025

Houston imposes citywide curfew on scooters, ATVs

Houston City Council unanimously approved a citywide nighttime curfew on electric scooters, rental bikes and ATVs, banning their operation and rental on public rights-of-way from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. The ordinance grants police and regulators authority to impound devices, set fees and impose penalties. Officials cited Houston Fire Department data showing most micromobility-related EMS calls occur at night and referenced complaints from downtown hotels and businesses. A December committee hearing will gather public input on possible adjustments while the new rules remain in effect.

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Dallas attorney disappears near Appalachian Trail; search continues

Authorities in Union County, Georgia, are conducting an extensive search for Dallas attorney Charles Hosch, missing near the Appalachian Trail since Nov. 11, 2024. More than 50 law enforcement officers, rescue personnel, and volunteers are involved in ground and aerial efforts across rugged, mountainous terrain. Investigators are reviewing Hosch’s recent activities, travel details, and possible routes while coordinating with state and regional partners. Officials urge anyone with information or possible sightings in the north Georgia Appalachian Trail area to contact law enforcement.

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Suzie Humphreys, longtime North Texas media figure, has died

Veteran North Texas broadcaster Suzie Humphreys, known for her years on WFAA-TV and KVIL-FM in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, has died, according to Houston Landing. The longtime television and radio personality built a decades-long career in local media, appearing in talk, lifestyle and variety segments and participating in community events across Texas. This report looks at her work on WFAA and KVIL, her role in the development of personality-driven local broadcasting and the available public information on her death, as media outlets revisit archives of her contributions.

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Ellen Adarna denies Derek Ramsay’s claim, actor stays silent

Ellen Adarna publicly refutes Derek Ramsay’s claim about their reported rift, disputing his account of their relationship in a new social media statement and declaring she will not further engage in public exchanges. The actress says she wants to correct what she considers inaccurate information while keeping remaining issues private. Media outlets and fans continue to monitor developments as both actors maintain separate public positions on their relationship, and no joint statement has been released.

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Kim Woo Bin, Shin Min Ah announce wedding after a decade-long romance

South Korean actors Kim Woo-bin and Shin Min-ah will marry in a private ceremony in Seoul after 10 years of dating, their agencies announced. The high-profile couple, who first met while working on a commercial in 2015, confirmed their relationship to the public the same year and have remained together for about a decade. Agency statements said the wedding will take place with only family and close acquaintances present and will not include media access. Both actors plan to continue their individual careers after the ceremony, with schedules adjusted around the wedding date.

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Hyun Bin, Son Ye Jin sweep acting awards at Blue Dragon Awards

Real-life couple Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin won the top acting honors at the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards held in Seoul, South Korea, on Nov. 20, 2024. Hyun Bin received the Best Actor award, while Son Ye-jin took home the Best Actress trophy. Organizers announced the winners during the annual ceremony recognizing excellence in Korean cinema, with the event broadcast nationwide.

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Enhypen supports Philippine flood victims with P4 million donation

South Korean boy group Enhypen donated 100 million won, or about P4 million, to support flood relief efforts in the Philippines. The group’s management coordinated the contribution with local partners to assist communities affected by recent flooding. Relief organizations reported that they intend to use the funds to provide food, water, basic supplies and other immediate assistance to families in multiple hard-hit areas. Authorities and aid groups continue to evaluate needs on the ground as they manage ongoing response and recovery operations.

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First-ever ‘organizing trafficking’ conviction handed to Alice Guo

A Philippine court convicted former Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo under the “organizing trafficking in persons” provision of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act, marking the first conviction under this specific section of the law. Prosecutors presented evidence on the alleged organization and management of trafficking activities in Bamban, Tarlac, which authorities investigated and brought to trial. The ruling interpreted and applied the organizing trafficking provision, imposed penalties under the statute, and added a new reference point for future human trafficking prosecutions in the Philippines.

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SC rules in favor of seizing unexplained wealth from public officials

The Supreme Court of the Philippines, in a 27-page ruling promulgated on March 5, 2025, upheld the forfeiture of approximately P155 million in properties and bank accounts linked to the unexplained wealth of retired Lieutenant General Jacinto Ligot and his family. The court’s Third Division affirmed earlier findings that the assets greatly exceeded Ligot’s lawful income and that the respondents failed to justify their acquisitions with credible evidence. The decision ordered the transfer of the questioned assets to the government and clarified the legal standards and burden of proof in civil forfeiture cases involving alleged ill-gotten or unexplained wealth of public officials and their relatives.

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