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San Antonio parents fundraise for newborn with ultra-rare disease

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A 17-month-old boy in San Antonio, Texas, has been diagnosed with Farber disease, an ultra-rare and terminal genetic disorder. His family is raising funds to cover medical care, therapies, and related expenses as they navigate complex treatment needs. The case highlights the medical, financial, and emotional challenges faced by families dealing with rare genetic conditions and the critical role of community and public support in managing long-term care.

Supreme Court rejects lawsuit over high school football pregame prayer

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The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to revisit a 25-year-old precedent that found student-led, student-initiated pregame prayer over a public address system at public school football games unconstitutional, leaving the 2000 *Santa Fe Independent School District v. Doe* decision in place and maintaining current Establishment Clause limits on school-sponsored religious activities.

Mexican scientists take action vs SpaceX over Gulf contamination

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A Mexican marine conservation group, Conibio Global A.C., has filed a formal complaint in 2025 against Elon Musk and SpaceX, alleging that falling rocket booster debris from Starbase launches in Texas is polluting the Gulf of Mexico and damaging marine habitats in Mexican waters. The organization cites findings from its “Expedition Booster 2025,” including reported seabed impacts and scattered debris, and is urging Mexican authorities to investigate possible environmental law violations and require detailed information on SpaceX launch and recovery practices affecting the Gulf.

DBM allocates P1.28 trillion for education

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The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) announced that the education sector will receive P1.28 trillion under the House-approved Fiscal Year 2026 national budget. The allocation covers key education agencies and programs, including basic and higher education, technical-vocational training, and support services such as classrooms, learning materials, and scholarships. The House of Representatives passed the spending plan after deliberations on sectoral priorities and will transmit the measure to the Senate for further review and amendments before final approval and enactment into law.

600 turkeys distributed to honor ‘Mama Boone’ legacy

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A Thanksgiving turkey giveaway in Houston will honor the legacy of community figure “Mama Boone” as her son and volunteers distribute 600 turkeys to local residents on Saturday, November 22, at 9 a.m., with first-come, first-served pickup, safety measures, and neighborhood support forming part of an ongoing holiday tradition in her name.

Gilas adds Kai Sotto to 18-man roster, but he sits out vs Guam

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Gilas Pilipinas named Kai Sotto to its 18-man pool for the upcoming Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers window against Guam, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas announced on Monday. Head coach Tim Cone clarified that Sotto will remain out of the Guam game despite his inclusion in the pool, as the national team continues its preparations and roster assessment in Manila. The SBP and Gilas staff coordinate with players and clubs while they finalize the official lineup in accordance with Fiba regulations.

Food banks say SNAP freeze’s financial impact still being felt

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Federal officials restored full SNAP benefits to eligible Central Texas recipients on or after November 14, 2024, following the end of the government shutdown in Austin, Texas. The Central Texas Food Bank reports that the temporary disruption in benefits increased demand for emergency food assistance and created a lingering financial “ripple effect” for many households. The food bank states that families relied more heavily on distributions, used savings, or incurred debt to cover food costs. The organization plans to maintain elevated operations, coordinate with partner agencies, and continue outreach as clients adjust to the reinstated benefits.

VP Sara flags hidden funds issue, blasts Marcos government’s budget

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Vice President Sara Duterte accused President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of mishandling corruption probes linked to the proposed 2025 Philippine national budget, while unresolved questions over her previous use of confidential funds remained under legislative and public scrutiny. Lawmakers continued to examine allocations for confidential and intelligence funds and to review transparency and accountability safeguards as Congress deliberated on and refined the 2025 budget measure.

Oyo Sotto shares how past substance use led to money loss

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Actor Oyo Boy Sotto revealed in a recent interview that he lost money in his younger years due to substance use and other vices, admitting that he mismanaged his finances during his early career in show business. He recounted how his past lifestyle choices affected his earnings, described the realization that prompted him to change, and cited the role of family and faith in his decision to reform. Sotto said he now manages his health and finances more carefully while continuing his work in the Philippine entertainment industry.

Warriors’ Draymond Green has another run-in with a fan

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Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green confronted a courtside fan during a 124-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans in New Orleans after the fan repeatedly called him a woman. Officials briefly stopped play as arena security addressed the incident, but the fan remained in his seat and the game continued. Green said he reported the remarks to security and expected the NBA to review the exchange under its fan conduct policies. No immediate ejections, fines, or disciplinary actions were announced by the Warriors, the Pelicans, or the league following the game.