The U.S. House of Representatives is preparing to vote on a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits that help reduce insurance premiums. The measure is drawing support from many Democrats and a growing number of Republicans, who describe it as a temporary step to stabilize coverage and costs while broader health policy debates continue.
The 2026 national budget bars politicians from intervening in the delivery of health assistance to indigent patients, including the issuance of guarantee letters, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa said Wednesday.
MANILA, Philippines — Meralco swingman Chris Newsome played through a dislocated left pinky finger during Game 2 of the PBA Philippine Cup…
The Houston City Council on Wednesday approved a $30 million program to demolish blighted buildings using stormwater mitigation funds, passing the measure 9-7 amid a clash between Mayor John Whitmire and City Controller Chris Hollins.
Sisters Anne Curtis and Jasmine Curtis-Smith announced Wednesday the death of their father, James E. Curtis-Smith, describing him as a “true patriarch in every sense.”
Bayern Munich midfielder Lennart Karl said Sunday that he dreams of playing for Real Madrid in the future, though he stressed that he currently values his time with Bayern.
The U.S. military seized two oil tankers, the Marinera and the Sophia, which officials say are linked to Venezuela. Authorities carried out the operation under federal sanctions and maritime enforcement powers. The vessels are now under U.S. control while investigations continue into their ownership, cargo history, and alleged connections to Venezuelan oil shipments. No injuries were reported during the operation, and further details are expected as legal proceedings and public filings move forward.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington has a three-phase plan for Venezuela, with an initial focus on stabilizing the country. He states that the United States will control money from sales of Venezuelan oil through U.S.-linked financial channels. Rubio describes revenue oversight as a key tool in the broader Venezuela strategy and indicates that later phases will build on conditions created in the first stage. He highlights coordination with U.S. agencies and international partners and links the plan to sanctions enforcement and monitoring of oil-related financial flows.
Malacañang on Wednesday called for immediate action to address alleged disinformation involving President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos.
The Philippines will host its first International Longboard Qualifying event, the La Union International Pro, from January 20 to 24 at Urbiztondo Beach in La Union, organizers announced.