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$473M US 90 expansion kicks off in west Bexar County

TxDOT has started construction on a $473 million expansion of US 90 in west Bexar County between Loop 410 and SH 211. The multi-year project will widen and upgrade the highway to increase capacity, reduce congestion, improve safety and shorten commute times for drivers, freight traffic and regional travelers. Officials say the corridor serves fast-growing residential, commercial and industrial areas on the west side of the San Antonio region. The agency plans phased construction, active work zones and ongoing traffic advisories while keeping lanes open where possible.

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Lacson flags ‘cover-up’ risk as Palace calls budget insertion reports unverified

Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Friday warned Malacañang against quickly dismissing as hearsay allegations that Cabinet officials inserted projects into the proposed national budget, as the Senate continues its deliberations on the government spending bill. Lacson said he received information from credible sources, shared the details with fellow senators, and sought further verification before naming officials allegedly involved. He vowed to present his findings in plenary debates, push for the removal of unjustified items, and coordinate with the Department of Budget and Management and the Commission on Audit.

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Alex Eala to battle Mirra Andreeva at Macau Masters

Filipino tennis player Alex Eala will end her season with an exhibition match against Russian teen Mirra Andreeva at the Macau Tennis Masters on Sunday in Macau, China. The showdown follows Eala’s gold medal performance at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, where she represented the Philippines. Tournament organizers included the Eala-Andreeva clash in a star-studded lineup designed to showcase rising talents in women’s tennis. The match, which will not affect official rankings, forms part of a weekend schedule that features international players, broadcast coverage, and on-site fan activities.

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Scottie Thompson posts triple-double, keeps cool as Ginebra wins

Scottie Thompson recorded a triple-double to lead Barangay Ginebra to a 105-85 win over Converge in the PBA Philippine Cup quarterfinals on Christmas Day at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, as the Gin Kings moved closer to advancing in the playoffs. Thompson approached the game with a businesslike attitude, directed Ginebra’s offense, contributed on defense and on the boards, and left the arena quickly after the final buzzer despite his all-around performance.

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Malaysia’s Najib found guilty in high-profile 1MDB graft case

A Malaysian court in Putrajaya on Friday convicted former prime minister Najib Razak of abusing his power in the multibillion-dollar 1MDB graft scandal. The ruling, which found that Najib used his position to influence decisions linked to the now-defunct sovereign wealth fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad, adds to a separate six-year prison term he is already serving in another 1MDB-related case. Prosecutors presented financial records and witness testimony to support the charges, while the court set a later date for sentencing and outlined Najib’s right to appeal.

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Zelensky signals upcoming meeting with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced in Kyiv on Friday that he will meet former U.S. President Donald Trump in the near future for high-level talks aimed at helping end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Zelensky said the two sides agreed to hold the meeting soon and suggested that many key issues related to the war could be decided before the New Year, although he did not provide a specific date or location. Ukrainian officials said they will release more details once they finalize the agenda and logistics.

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14 hurt in Japan attack involving stabbing, liquid spray

Fourteen people sustained injuries on Friday in a stabbing and liquid spray attack at a factory in Mishima city in Japan’s central Shizuoka region, according to a local firefighting department official. Emergency services transported all 14 victims to medical facilities after reports of the incident. Authorities confirmed that the attack involved both stabbing and the use of an unspecified liquid but did not immediately release information on the suspect, motive, or the severity of the injuries. Local police and emergency responders secured the factory area and opened an investigation into the circumstances of the attack.

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Flu surge hits Texas during busy holiday travel period

Flu cases are rising sharply across Texas during the holiday season as health officials track a fast-spreading influenza variant. Hospitals, clinics and laboratories report increased patient visits and higher test positivity rates for flu. Authorities urge vaccination, early treatment and basic preventive measures such as handwashing, masking when symptomatic and staying home when sick. Public health agencies continue to monitor hospital capacity and community transmission while providing updated guidance for residents, schools, employers and long-term care facilities statewide.

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