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Lea Salonga joins star-studded lineup for Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th year

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025032 views

Lea Salonga will return to Hong Kong Disneyland to perform at a special event celebrating the theme park’s 20th anniversary. Park officials announced that the Tony Award-winning singer and Disney Legend will headline one of the milestone shows organized as part of the resort’s commemorative activities in Hong Kong. The performance will highlight Salonga’s long-standing collaboration with Disney, including her iconic work as the singing voice of Princess Jasmine in “Aladdin” and Fa Mulan in “Mulan.” Hong Kong Disneyland will release further details on the schedule and format of the anniversary event as the celebration approaches.

Catriona Gray says she has ‘lost trust’ in government

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025035 views

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray publicly expressed frustration with the Philippine government and said she has lost trust in public officials, citing what she views as a lack of concern for constituents. In an online post reported by the Inquirer, Gray described gaps between the duties of public servants and the performance she observes, without naming specific agencies or officials. She called for greater accountability, responsiveness, transparency, and empathy from leaders while acknowledging that many citizens share feelings of disappointment. Her remarks sparked mixed reactions on social media and added to ongoing public discourse on governance in the Philippines.

Giannis Antetokounmpo leaves game as Bucks fall to Cavs

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025031 views

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo left in the second quarter of a 118-106 road loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night after sustaining a left groin strain. Bucks coach Doc Rivers said he had no further update on Antetokounmpo’s condition immediately after the game and indicated that the next step would involve additional medical evaluation. The team ruled Antetokounmpo out for the remainder of the contest shortly after he headed to the locker room, and no timetable for his return has been announced.

Calvin Oftana’s hamstring injury a big blow for Gilas Pilipinas vs Guam

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025035 views

Gilas Pilipinas will play Guam in the Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers on November 28 and December 1, 2025, without forward Calvin Oftana after coach Tim Cone confirmed that a hamstring injury will sideline the national team mainstay. Cone said the staff adjusted the roster and rotation and will monitor Oftana’s recovery in coordination with his club.

Graft raps filed vs Zaldy Co, DPWH execs in Oriental Mindoro flood projects

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025048 views

The Office of the Ombudsman filed graft and corruption charges against former lawmaker Zaldy Co and several Department of Public Works and Highways officials over alleged irregularities in flood control projects in Oriental Mindoro. Prosecutors brought the cases before the Sandiganbayan under the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, citing alleged undue injury to the government and unwarranted benefits to contractors. The charge sheets detail questioned DPWH flood mitigation works, procurement procedures, and project implementation in the province. The Sandiganbayan will raffle the cases, issue notices for arraignment, and hear evidence from both the prosecution and the defense.

Supreme Court rejects Dela Rosa’s bid to force release of ICC warrant

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025055 views

The Supreme Court of the Philippines denied Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa’s petition seeking to compel government agencies to release an alleged International Criminal Court arrest warrant reportedly tied to the anti-illegal drugs campaign. In a resolution, the Court ruled that Dela Rosa failed to show a clear legal right or a ministerial duty on the part of the agencies to disclose the document, rejecting his plea for a writ of mandamus. The decision left unresolved, on the judicial record, whether such an ICC warrant exists and did not require any agency to confirm or deny its existence.

Trump plans lavish welcome for Saudi crown prince at the White House

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025051 views

President Donald Trump plans an elaborate White House welcome for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, with U.S. and Saudi officials preparing major business and security agreements. The visit focuses on economic investment, defense contracts, counterterrorism cooperation, and regional security, including energy and military ties. Both governments are drafting memorandums, reviewing arms deals, and coordinating on diplomatic protocol, media access, and public messaging. Lawmakers and analysts in Washington are watching the talks for their impact on U.S.-Saudi relations and Middle East policy.

Palace tags Imee Marcos as defender of ‘self-confessed murderer’

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025055 views

Malacañang accused Senator Imee Marcos of protecting former President Rodrigo Duterte, whom it labeled a “self-confessed murderer,” in an escalation of tensions between the Palace and the senator. The Office of the President issued the statement after Marcos renewed her criticism of the administration and defended Duterte, who previously made public claims about killings linked to his anti-crime and anti-drug campaigns. The exchange highlighted deepening rifts between political factions allied with the Marcos and Duterte families, who ran together in the 2022 elections.

City task force collects feedback on Austin’s upcoming 2026 bond

LAWIN.newsNovember 17, 2025033 views

Austin officials are preparing a comprehensive 2026 bond package and have formed a city task force to gather community feedback on potential projects. The task force is collecting input through public meetings, online surveys and departmental reports on infrastructure, transportation, housing, public safety, parks and libraries. Recommendations will go to the Austin City Council, which will finalize the bond proposal and decide what appears on the November 2026 ballot.

Trooper removed from Texas A&M-South Carolina game duty

LAWIN.newsNovember 17, 2025032 views

Texas Department of Public Safety officials removed a state trooper from sideline duty during the Texas A&M vs. South Carolina football game in College Station after a tense encounter with South Carolina players prompted an internal review. The trooper left the field for the remainder of the game while supervisors began examining video, reports and witness accounts. No injuries, arrests or criminal investigations were reported. The agency has not released the trooper’s name and has not set a timeline for completing the review.