9-year-old’s compliment stand wins hearts, attention
While some kids sell lemonade, 9-year-old Millie Benjamin is giving out something far sweeter: compliments.
While some kids sell lemonade, 9-year-old Millie Benjamin is giving out something far sweeter: compliments.
Vice President Sara Duterte clarified that former President Rodrigo Duterte remains in good condition in the Philippines, dismissing online rumors claiming he was found unconscious in an International Criminal Court (ICC) detention facility in The Hague, Netherlands.
Officials on Friday celebrated the completion of the Alamo Promenade, a revitalized walkway stretching from East Commerce Street to the Alamo chapel, as part of the ongoing $550 million Alamo Plan.
The Bureau of Immigration ordered heightened alert status at all international airports and seaports across the Philippines after the Sandiganbayan issued arrest warrants against former lawmaker Zaldy Co and 15 others on November 21, 2024. Immigration officers received instructions to strictly screen passengers, verify identities against the warrant list, and coordinate immediately with law enforcement if they locate any of the subjects. The alert covers all major international gateways and will remain in place while the warrants remain active.
Filipino gymnast Karl Eldrew Yulo won a bronze medal in the floor exercise at the 2025 Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championships in Manila while competing with a right ankle injury. The medal marked Yulo’s first podium finish at the Junior Worlds. Team officials confirmed he entered the event nursing the injury but received medical clearance to perform. Judges awarded Yulo third place after he completed his routine despite visible discomfort. The Philippine gymnastics delegation recorded the result as a key achievement in its 2025 junior campaign and scheduled further medical evaluation for Yulo following the competition.
The Philippine Coast Guard shadowed two China Coast Guard vessels near Panatag Shoal in the West Philippine Sea during a routine maritime patrol on [date of incident]. PCG personnel monitored the movements and positions of the foreign ships within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone and followed standard operating procedures throughout the operation. No collision, confrontation, or damage was reported during the encounter. The incident will form part of official PCG reports submitted to national security and maritime agencies for further assessment, as regular patrols continue in the West Philippine Sea.
President Trump pushes for the designation of certain Muslim Brotherhood affiliates in the Middle East as terrorist groups, escalating U.S. policy towards the controversial Islamist organization.
President Trump has initiated the “Genesis” mission, aimed at expediting scientific discovery through the use of artificial intelligence. This initiative represents a significant federal effort in the scientific community.
A University of Houston student has filed a lawsuit alleging severe hazing by the now-closed Beta Nu chapter of Pi Kappa Phi led to his hospitalization with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure. The complaint details required workouts, late-night “pledge rides,” and use of “pledge fanny packs” with degrading items at on-campus and off-campus locations. Thirteen defendants, including UH, the fraternity’s national organization, the local chapter, its housing corporation, and eight fraternity members, are named. UH confirms the chapter’s closure after a hazing investigation and says it is cooperating with law enforcement and offering support services to affected students.
Gilas Pilipinas added forward Jamie Malonzo and center Geo Chiu to its men’s basketball roster for next month’s Southeast Asian Games in Thailand after ruling out naturalized player Justin Brownlee due to eligibility issues. Team officials selected Malonzo, a former Barangay Ginebra standout, and Chiu, the current Abra center in the MPBL, to bolster the wing and frontcourt rotation. The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas coordinates with SEA Games organizers on eligibility and accreditation as Gilas finalizes its lineup, training schedule and travel plans for the regional tournament.