Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Thursday called for the suspension of Spain from the Schengen Area after thousands of migrants entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, prompting concerns within Italy over irregular migration and border security.
K-pop group BTS said it will not submit its music for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards, citing its preference for music to compete without divisions based on language or region after the Recording Academy introduced a new Asian pop category.
Actress Empress Schuck announced that she is expecting her second child with husband Vino Guingona after sharing the news in a video on social media featuring their daughter, Athalia.
FIFA said Friday it will continue an “open and democratic” consultation on a proposed private investment plan for its commercial operations despite opposition from UEFA and several regional football bodies, which have rejected the proposal and raised the possibility of a World Cup boycott.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. said Wednesday that he uses the legacy and guidance of his father, NBA legend Scottie Pippen, as motivation as he prepares to take on a bigger role with Memphis.
The Office of the Ombudsman confirmed Friday that Sen. Robin Padilla submitted a counter-affidavit responding to an obstruction of justice complaint against him over his alleged role in helping Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa leave the Senate to avoid arrest.
Vice President Sara Duterte again invoked a hypothetical scenario involving the hiring of a gunman, drawing renewed scrutiny from House prosecutors as she faces an impeachment trial over, among other allegations, her previous remarks about a supposed assassination plot.
The Office of the Ombudsman has started a preliminary investigation into plunder and graft complaints against Sen. Loren Legarda, her son, Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste, and former Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi over alleged irregularities involving solar energy service contracts.
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” earned P95.93 million on its opening day in the Philippines, setting new local box office records and ranking as the country’s third-biggest opening day ever.
The Austin ISD Board of Trustees voted 7-2 Thursday to close Paredes Middle School just weeks before the 2026-27 school year begins, citing years of low academic performance despite additional district support.