The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) must prepare to defend the country alone for up to 30 days, as directed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., amid tensions in the West Philippine Sea. General Romeo Brawner Jr. emphasized self-reliance and modernization, with annual military exercises focusing on territorial defense to enhance readiness and capabilities.
Myles Turner, a Milwaukee Bucks center, was booed by Indiana Pacers fans during his return to Indianapolis. Despite the mixed reception, the Bucks won 117-115 with Giannis Antetokounmpo’s buzzer-beater. The incident highlighted emotions surrounding Turner’s transition from the Pacers.
The Makabayan bloc filed a resolution on November 3, 2025, urging the Philippine House of Representatives to investigate missed classroom construction targets under the Duterte and Marcos administrations. The probe aims to address inefficiencies in project execution and assess potential fund misallocation toward more corruption-prone projects. The investigation seeks to resolve ongoing construction shortfalls that affect educational environments.
A new WalletHub study ranks Texas as the seventh-best state for employment in the U.S., highlighting strong job security, high starting salaries, and significant employment growth, particularly in Houston.
The Houston Food Bank addresses SNAP benefit uncertainty amid the government shutdown by organizing multiple food distribution events to assist families in need.
Actress Kyline Alcantara expressed her openness to love despite past heartbreaks, underscoring her resilience and optimism for the future. Alcantara shared her thoughts during a media event, encouraging fans to embrace love despite previous challenges. The actress continues to inspire with her candid and positive outlook on relationships.
A recent federal court ruling by Judge Karin Immergut has blocked the deployment of National Guard troops to Portland, stating a lack of credible evidence that protests were out of local law enforcement’s control before the federal decision. This high-profile case emphasizes the ongoing debate over the balance of local and federal authority in addressing civil unrest.
Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander confirms safety of his family after a break-in at his home last week. The incident happened during a home game while he played as NBA’s reigning MVP. Law enforcement is investigating, and no injuries reported.
A recent California law created to protect Jewish students from antisemitism is facing legal challenges based on free speech concerns. The legislation, intended to address growing concerns about antisemitic incidents on college campuses, is now under scrutiny for potentially infringing on the First Amendment. The case highlights the ongoing debate over balancing protection from hate speech and safeguarding free expression.
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs faced their first defeat of the season against the Phoenix Suns with a score of 130-118. Wembanyama scored nine points, marking a challenging performance for the young center after a strong start to the season.