Megawide Construction Corp. has sold its remaining shares in the Mactan-Cebu International Airport for P7.76 billion to Aboitiz InfraCapital. This move is part of Megawide’s strategy to improve liquidity and shift toward property development, enhancing its financial position and strategic focus.
A former middle school coach in Mesquite ISD, Sergio Gonzalez, was arrested on charges of child grooming. Authorities initiated the arrest after allegations surfaced regarding Gonzalez’s inappropriate relationship with a student.
Kevin Quiambao of De La Salle and Kacey Dela Rosa of Ateneo are named UAAP Players of the Week. Writers covering the league recognize their outstanding performances.
Shohei Ohtani’s stellar debut season with the Dodgers culminated in a World Series victory against the Yankees, marking a historic achievement for the Japanese player.
A wrong-way crash in Dallas on Loop 820 killed five people, including a family of four and a bride-to-be. The crash left one survivor and resulted in vehicles catching fire. Fort Worth Police are investigating the incident, which highlights concerns about wrong-way driving in the area.
Two men were arrested in Kyle, Texas, for car burglary after police tracked stolen AirPods. The suspects were found with meth and a stolen gun, highlighting modern technology’s role in law enforcement.
A New Braunfels man has pleaded guilty to planning mass murder, thanks to timely intervention by the FBI and SAFD. This thwarted attack underscores the importance of vigilance and effective law enforcement collaboration in ensuring public safety.
Typhoon Kong-rey struck Taiwan, causing fatalities and injuries, halting transportation, and forcing thousands into shelters. Authorities responded with safety measures to mitigate damage.
Elon Musk was absent from a Philadelphia court hearing regarding a complaint over his super PAC’s $1 million voter lottery. The complaint questions the legality of such financial incentives in election processes. The case remains unresolved, likely to affect future voter engagement methods.
Marathon Oil will lay off over 500 Houston employees as it prepares for a $22.5 billion merger with ConocoPhillips set to close by the year’s end. This significant corporate restructuring reflects the ongoing shifts in the energy sector.