Miss Eco International 2025, Alexie Brooks, announced her same-sex relationship on “Ask Boy Abunda,” revealing her partner’s significance following her grandmother’s passing.
President Trump has introduced a new travel ban targeting nationals from 12 countries. The proclamation focuses on national security risks, with additional restrictions for seven more countries, effective next Monday. Legal and international responses are anticipated following this announcement, highlighting ongoing debates around U.S. immigration policies.
A new budget bill advanced by House Republicans, under President Trump, aims to substantially reverse the Affordable Care Act, sparking debates over healthcare access and costs. The legislation, centered on cutting Medicaid expansion and insurance subsidies, faces a contentious path ahead in the Senate, highlighting contrasting visions for the future of American healthcare.
U.S. immigration authorities have detained the family of Mohamed Sabry Soliman, the suspect in the Colorado attack. Federal officials investigate possible prior knowledge of the attack.
The Philippine Consulate General joined the Filipino Leaders Coalition of North Texas (FILCON) on Saturday in commemorating the 127th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine Independence.
Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” has been hospitalized in Cincinnati while receiving an award. The 98-year-old is expected to be released soon to return to Fort Worth. Her family assures she is doing well.
Texas lawmakers pass Senate Bill 8, requiring sheriffs to partner with ICE under 287(g) agreements for immigration enforcement. The bill aims to enhance local-federal collaboration in enforcing immigration laws, with significant implications for Texas counties.
The U.S. Department of Justice wins a landmark antitrust case against Google, with a court ruling that the tech giant monopolized digital advertising markets. This decision could reshape digital advertising and search landscapes as legal proceedings continue.
The Philippine Statistics Authority reported that ischaemic heart disease was the leading cause of death in the Philippines in 2024, accounting for 19.3% of deaths. Neoplasms ranked second at 11.1%.
The FBI is offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of escaped Arkansas inmate Grant Hardin. The search continues as law enforcement agencies collaborate in efforts to capture the former police chief convicted of murder and rape. Public cooperation is vital in resolving this high-profile case.