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San Miguel Beer routed Blackwater Bossing, 116-92, in the PBA Philippine Cup at Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo, extending its winning streak to seven and improving to 7-2. The victory strengthened the Beermen’s grip on the top spot and moved them closer to a twice-to-beat playoff bonus. Coach Leo Austria managed San Miguel’s rotation and adjustments as the team controlled the game on both ends. League officials updated the standings after the lopsided result in the ongoing all-Filipino conference.

The United States has removed a Brazilian Supreme Court judge from its sanctions list, altering the judge’s status under U.S. financial and diplomatic rules. The decision followed internal reviews by U.S. agencies and prompted updates across banking compliance systems and diplomatic channels. The action affected aspects of U.S.–Brazil relations, judicial cooperation, and international risk monitoring practices, while leaving the judge’s standing under Brazilian law unchanged.

Philippine authorities reported that three Filipino fishermen were injured and several boats damaged when China Coast Guard vessels used water cannons and allegedly cut anchor lines near Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea. The incident involved around 20 Philippine fishing boats operating about 150 kilometers off Palawan. China said it carried out “necessary control measures,” including loudspeaker warnings and maneuvering to drive the boats away. The confrontation followed earlier collisions and water cannon incidents between Chinese and Philippine vessels near the Spratly Islands and Scarborough Shoal.

Vice President Sara Duterte rejects revived plunder and graft complaints filed against her and several officials of the Office of the Vice President and the Department of Education, calling the cases a “fishing expedition” meant to justify investigations and divert attention from alleged corruption. Duterte says she and the other respondents are ready to answer the allegations before proper forums and maintains that all transactions under her watch complied with the law. She adds that the OVP and DepEd will continue their programs while the complaints undergo legal review.

Oscar-nominated Filipino-American actress Hailee Steinfeld and her husband, NFL quarterback Josh Allen, are expecting their first child together, according to U.S. entertainment reports. The development highlights Steinfeld’s Filipino heritage and Allen’s standing in professional football as the couple prepares to become first-time parents. Media outlets in the United States and the Philippines continue to follow the pregnancy for further details on the expected birth and any official statements from the couple or their representatives.

Cambodia said on Saturday that Thai forces continued bombing its territory hours after US President Donald Trump announced that Cambodia and Thailand had agreed to stop fighting. Officials in Banteay Meanchey linked the latest clashes to a long-running dispute over the colonial-era demarcation of the countries’ 800-kilometer (500-mile) border. Authorities reported that the renewed violence displaced around half a million people from villages near contested frontier areas and prompted emergency relief efforts and monitoring by local and national agencies.

Taylor Swift named “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version)” as her favorite song from her two-decade career during a public Q&A, according to the Philippine Daily Inquirer. The extended track, released in 2021 on “Red (Taylor’s Version),” expanded the original 2012 song and accompanied a self-directed short film. The 10-minute version set a Billboard Hot 100 record as the longest No. 1 song and earned a Grammy for Best Music Video. Swift’s choice underscored the role of her rerecorded “Taylor’s Version” catalog in her current career.

Disney’s “Zootopia 2” surpassed $1 billion in global box office receipts, becoming the fastest PG-rated animated film to reach the milestone. The sequel achieved the record through strong performance in North America and key international markets, extended theatrical runs, and a coordinated global release strategy. Box office data firms now rank “Zootopia 2” among the highest-grossing animated films in history, as exhibitors report sustained family attendance and repeat viewership across multiple territories.

The Maywald family in Austin, Texas, announced that the 2024 season will be the final year of their long-running Maywald Christmas Light Display. The neighborhood holiday attraction, which has operated for more than 15 years at the family’s residence, has drawn visitors from across Austin and surrounding areas. The display features thousands of lights synchronized to music and will continue on its regular schedule through the current holiday season before closing permanently. City officials have previously monitored traffic near the site to ensure safety.

Actress Ruffa Gutierrez reports that her father, veteran actor Eddie Gutierrez, remains in stable condition after undergoing a spinal procedure in a hospital in Singapore. She says doctors continue to monitor him closely and administer antibiotics as part of his post-operative care. The family coordinates with the Singapore medical team and has not yet announced a discharge date or details of Eddie’s return to the Philippines. Ruffa releases the health update through social media and requests continued prayers and support during his recovery.