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  1. BFAR issues red tide alert in Surigao del Norte town

    SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Authorities have issued a public health warning after shellfish samples collected off San Benito town in Surigao del Norte tested positive for paralytic shellfish…

  2. 63 of 77 MV June Aster fire victims identified; probe ongoing

    MANILA, Philippines — Authorities have identified 63 of the 77 people killed in the MV June Aster ferry fire off Palawan in September, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) has reported. The BFP also…

  3. Ancient trees, rare plants tell Bicol Natural Park’s story

    MANILA, Philippines — A centuries-old tree, a critically endangered plant and several rare and endemic species are among the botanical treasures documented in Bicol Natural Park during a biodiversity…

  4. NGCP raises yellow alert on electricity over Visayas grid anew on Oct. 17

    MANILA, Philippines — Merely hours after it lifted its power supply warning, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) on Saturday raised again the yellow alert over the Visayas power grid…

  5. Severe Tropical Storm ‘Champi’ outside PAR intensifies into a typhoon

    MANILA, Philippines — Severe Tropical Storm internationally named “Champi” intensified into a typhoon early Saturday morning, Oct. 17. It is forecast to bring rains into the country by Monday, the…

  6. Democrats party's Golan questions Shin Bet chief Zini's ability to safeguard Israeli elections

    Yair Golan raised concerns over Shin Bet chief David Zini's ability to protect Israel's upcoming elections, accusing him of failing to address Qatargate and Jewish terrorism in the West Bank.

  7. Senators want more for DepEd’s remedial class program Aral 

    MANILA, Philippines — Some senators deliberating on the draft 2027 national budget on Friday saw the need to restore funding for the Department of Education (DepEd) program that seeks to help…

  8. DepEd adopts ‘buddy system’ for students’ mental health

    MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday launched a “buddy system” in schools to provide students a “safe space” where they could help and support one another. In a…

  9. DPWH: Fuel costs, rising prices weigh on failed classroom bids

    MANILA, Philippines — Rising fuel prices and contractors’ concerns over project costs have contributed to failed bidding attempts for classroom construction projects under a P21.4-billion agreement…

  10. Baligod, 4 ‘maleta boys’ post bail after arrest for unjust vexation

    MANILA, Philippines — Levito Baligod and four of the so-called “Maleta boys” posted bail on Friday night after the lawyer and his 14 clients were arrested in San Juan City on Friday morning for…

  11. Sara Duterte camp: NBI probe another persecution

    MANILA, Philippines — The camp of Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday accused the Marcos administration of using the National Bureau of Investigation to persecute her politically, even branding the…

  12. Pulse Asia poll: Food prices still top concern

    MANILA, Philippines — Affordable food prices remained the leading concern that Filipinos want the national government to address, according to the latest Pulse Asia survey commissioned by the…

  13. NBI summons podcast hosts over remarks vs Kris Aquino’s PWD son

    MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation on Friday said it has issued subpoenas to the hosts of the now-terminated podcast “Machong Chismisan,” which drew online outrage and…

  14. De Lima: ‘Tokhang mindset’ showed in QC triple slays

    MANILA, Philippines — It was only right to disband the Quezon City government’s Task Force Disiplina following the death of three teenagers in the hands of one of the enforcers, Mamamayang Liberal…

  15. Pulse: Sara Duterte’s trust, approval ratings still higher than Marcos

    MANILA, Philippines — It’s apparently a tough crowd for both President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte as a new survey showed that Filipinos were not as impressed with their…

  16. Trump waives some sanctions, restrictions, duties on Russia in Graham Act

    The legislation, whose primary backer in Congress was the late Senator Lindsey Graham, was signed into law by Trump in September.

  17. 3 Mexican men jailed for over 158 years for Australian, US surfer murders

    A judge has sentenced three Mexican men to more than 158 years in prison each for the 2024 murders of two Australian brothers and their American friend, a case that tarnished Mexico’s image by…

  18. Trump mocks popularity of the name Mohammad, says 'nobody wants to be president' in Iran

    "Iran is the only country where nobody wants to be president," Trump said, then pretended to ask several people named Mohammad whether they wanted the job.

  19. 8 killed as bus overturns on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Kota

    killed as bus overturns on DelhiMumbai Expressway in Rajasthans Kota

  20. Four passengers killed after bus overturns on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Kota

    Four passengers killed after bus overturns on DelhiMumbai Expressway in Rajasthans Kota

  21. Southern California wildfire engulfs homes, prompts evacuation orders

    The fast-spreading Norte Fire in Orange County is fuelled by intense warm winds and unseasonably high temperatures.

  22. 1,000 scientists, 100+ hours, 1 verdict: Making of the biggest climate report

    scientists hours verdict Making of the biggest climate report

  23. These guys are human: Morne Morkel hits back at critics targeting India bowlers

    These guys are human Morne Morkel hits back at critics targeting India bowlers

  24. Trump Waives Russia Sanctions That Threatened 100% Tariffs On India

    Trump had signed the legislation 'Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 ' last month - which was named after Senator Lindsey Graham - one of Ukraine's staunch defenders in…

  25. CJP's Abhijeet Dipke Under Preventive Arrest, AISA Chief Neha Bora Released Over Protests In Delhi

    AISA chief Neha Bohra was released after the authorities completed the required detention formalities under Section 65 of the Delhi Police Act.

  26. Lawler, Conley battle for Jewish voters in pivotal New York race that could decide House control

    Mike Lawler and Cait Conley clashed over Israel, antisemitism, and Zohran Mamdani in a pivotal New York congressional race, with both candidates pledging continued US military support for Israel.

  27. Latin America Sports Daily for Saturday, October 17, 2026

    Copa Libertadores semi-final first legs: Palmeiras beat Fluminense at the Maracanã and Flamengo draw with Estudiantes. Second legs set for next week.

  28. São Paulo Daily Brief — Saturday, October 17, 2026

    São Paulo Daily Brief for Saturday 17 October 2026: free cultural workshops, sunny skies, and the market week in figures.

  29. Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief — Saturday, October 17, 2026

    Your Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief for Saturday: weather, the Sustainable Favela Festival at Fundição Progresso, markets, and what to do today.

  30. 5 dead, 6 injured as reactor blast rocks Gujarat chemical plant

    dead injured as reactor blast rocks Gujarat chemical plant

  31. Latin American Pulse for Saturday, October 17, 2026

    Latin America Pulse: Brazil's runoff tightens as Flávio shifts on the economy. Mexico-US flights, a Chile-Bolivia thaw, Argentina and Cuba's power cuts.

  32. US Tech Stocks Fall Over 2% as AI Debt Fears Grow | Global Economy, Oct 17

    US tech stocks fell on AI debt worries and the dollar slipped; euro area inflation was confirmed at 3.8% and China's GDP is due on 19 October.

  33. Defense firm Elbit Systems expands operations in Europe with new Swedish facility

    Elbit Systems' new Swedish facility aims to expand its European presence, strengthen local manufacturing, shorten delivery times, and improve support for defense customers.

  34. Cameroonians await government reshuffle after Biya’s return

    After 10 weeks abroad, Biya returned to Cameroon but has yet to appoint a new government or vice president.

  35. Norwegian teen jailed for 20 years in UK for Iran-linked murder plot after being recruited online

    Foxtrot Network, a Swedish criminal group, has been linked to murders across Europe, and Britain and the US allege the group was behind attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets on behalf of Iran.

  36. Nayyi Navelli box office Day 1: Yami Gautam's horror-comedy opens to modest numbers

    Nayyi Navelli box office Day Yami Gautams horrorcomedy opens to modest numbers

  37. Three men jailed for 158 years each for murdering Australian and US surfers in Mexico

    Brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their friend Carter Rhoad were killed on a surfing trip in an apparent botched robbery.

  38. Trump Signs Order Exempting Russia From Sanctions Law

    The sanctions were part of a measure that was named after Senator Lindsey Graham, the South Carolina Republican who died in July.

  39. Child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield dismissed by judge

    Prosecution did not act in fair and impartial way in grand jury proceedings, judge rules, after West Wing actor charged with groping young boy on TV set A state court ⁠judge in New Mexico has…

  40. Why Real Madrid are at war with LaLiga chief Javier Tebas

  41. ‘Thai people already poor’: developing nations protest IMF’s austerity call

    Coconut farmer Sombat Chuekrod travelled more than 200km (120 miles) to join hundreds on the streets of Bangkok on Friday demanding that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank change how…

  42. Trump waives Russia oil sanctions a day before 100% tariffs on India were due

    Trump waives Russia oil sanctions a day before tariffs on India were due

  43. US Democrats ask Rubio to raise India protest crackdown concerns

  44. Mexican judge sentences three men to 158 years in prison for murders of Australian and US surfers​

    Australian ​brothers Jake ​and Callum Robinson, and ​their ‌American friend Carter Rhoad, were killed while on a surf trip in Baja California in 2024 Get our breaking news email, free app or daily…

  45. 'Very unfair': Ashwin blasts selector for Jaiswal snub in NZ ODIs

    Ravichandran Ashwin criticised the BCCI for excluding Yashasvi Jaiswal from India’s ODI squad against New Zealand, calling the decision "unfair and unfortunate". He believes Jaiswal deserved an…

  46. Brazil’s Amazon deforestation hits lowest level on record

    Data show a 42 percent drop in forest clearance from a year earlier, giving Lula a boost before the election run-off.

  47. Trump waives several Russia sanctions as new US law takes effect

    Trump says parts of a new law that aims to punish Moscow for its war against Ukraine are against US national interests.

  48. Trump waives Russian sanctions outlined in Graham Act before they take effect

    President Trump signed an executive order Friday evening to waive sanctions against Russia set to take effect soon under a recently signed legislative package. The president officially signed the…

  49. 'Neither Me Nor Musk': Trump Denies Role In Ukraine Losing Starlink Access

    Donald Trump, speaking to reporters as he left the White House on a trip to Georgia, said neither he nor Musk was responsible for Ukraine losing Starlink access.

  50. Trump waives new Russia sanctions following deal to purchase diesel, citing ‘national interests’

    President Donald Trump waived sweeping new sanctions against Russia passed by Congress, arguing in an executive order Friday that the move “is in the national interests of the United States.”

  51. A Wayward Shark Becomes a Celebrity in South Korea

    Stranded in a port waterway for weeks, the 10-foot fish has attracted more than a million spectators, while officials try to guide her back to open sea.

  52. Trump waives Russia oil curbs amid 100% tariff threat: What it means for India

    The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 gave Trump the authority to impose broad sanctions on Russia and levy steep tariffs on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, including…

  53. Trillion dollar gap: US budget deficit swells to nearly $2 tn in fiscal 2026

    In fiscal 2026, the United States government faced a substantial budget shortfall of $2 trillion, largely attributed to soaring expenditures. Key factors included rising debt-service costs, increased…

  54. St John introduces female-form manikins to address cardiac arrest survival gender gap

    Women are less likely to survive cardiac arrest outside hospitals. St John hopes 16 new manikins will help the mission to turn that around.

  55. Trump waives tariffs on largest buyers of Russian oil

    President Trump prevented some new sanctions on Russia and hefty tariffs on large-scale buyers of Russian oil from taking effect late Friday, as he seeks to ease prices by tapping Russian energy.

  56. Mark Wahlberg wants to take on the longevity-startup crowd with an affordable gym concept

    Mark Wahlberg, who once sank money into a gym chain that got kicked off the NYSE, is now building his own, and he promises you’ll get a cold plunge, a blood panel and a protein muffin without needing…

  57. Trump pauses sanctions package targeted at Russian economy

    U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday signed an executive order that puts on hold a sweeping new sanctions package targeting the Russian economy, telling Congress the pause was in the national…

  58. How teacher, armed father tackled Oregon gunman who killed 4

    On October 15, a shooting occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. A teenage gunman opened fire, killing three children and a teacher. A teacher bravely intervened by confronting the…

  59. Brazil sees record fall in Amazon deforestation as key election looms

    The Amazon rainforest is a crucial buffer against climate change - but deforestation had expanded under former president Jair Bolsonaro.

  60. Trump Jokes About Popularity Of Name 'Mohammad' As He Mocks Iran

    Mohammad is one of the most common male names among Muslims, who often name their sons after the Prophet Mohammad, the founder of Islam.

  61. How slipper-clad Houthis hit Saudi Arabia with Claude AI and China's missile parts

    How slipperclad Houthis hit Saudi Arabia with Claude AI and Chinas missile parts

  62. Zacharia speaks out after White House press secretary exit: 'It was an honor'

    Katie Zacharia issued her first public statement Friday night after a White House official announced she'd be "transitioning out" of the press secretary post after just five days in the role. In a…

  63. Trump pauses Russian sanctions package after striking diesel deal with Putin

    US President Donald Trump on Friday signed an executive order that puts on hold a sweeping new sanctions package targeting the Russian economy, telling Congress the pause was in the national interest…

  64. Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro pledges fiscal adjustment, rejects cuts to social spending

    SAO PAULO, Oct 16 - Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro said on Friday that, if elected president, he would seek to curb Brazil's rising public debt without touching politically sensitive social…

  65. Oregon school shooter ID'd, used shotgun bought by mother, sources say

    The suspect, a former student at the school, fired as many as 15 rounds during the shooting, police said, and another 44 rounds of ammunition were located at the scene.

  66. Trump threatens California officials with imprisonment over stance on mail ballots

    On Oct 15, the Justice Department sued California to block the state from counting the ballots.

  67. A companion between appointments: Hong Kong student’s AI tool for cancer patients

    For cancer patients in Hong Kong, emotional distress can persist beyond the clinic, with a large combined analysis of multiple studies linking depression and anxiety to lower chances of survival…

  68. Jackson-Davis has 23 points in Raptors loss

    Trayce Jackson-Davis led all scorers with 23 points — including 15 made free throws — but the Toronto Raptors still fell to the Detroit Pistons 129-125 on Friday in the final pre-season game for both…

  69. Sikh body declares AAP MLA guilty of misconduct after he claims discrimination

  70. Trump puts new Russia sanctions on hold

    The US president cited national interests for his decision to sign a waiver on sanctions Congress voted to place on Russia.

  71. City of Regina’s AI Data Centre report: A waste? Or worthy?

    While it's true that all final decisions and approvals rest with the RM of Sherwood, the site does sit in a collaborative planning area.

  72. Chinese man celebrates wedding to one woman, baby with ex-lover at same venue on same day

    A man in southwestern China has sparked widespread criticism after holding a wedding with one woman and a celebration for his baby with another at the same venue on the same day. According to The…

  73. Air rage incidents in Japan surge, led by late check-in ‘flashpoint’

    Airline employees in Japan are experiencing a surge in abuse incidents from customers linked to delays or cancellations of flights or from being refused boarding due to late check-in, according to a…

  74. Foreign banks trim China branch networks as low returns test strategy

    Almost two decades after gaining permission to conduct yuan business for local clients, foreign-funded banks are still refining their strategy in China, where the financial sector is dominated by…

  75. Faisal Islam: What I learned from a week with the world's top finance leaders

    At the IMF meeting in Bangkok this week finance and business leaders grappled with uncertainty.

  76. Marcoleta case possible speedy disposition ‘may break record’

    MANILA, Philippines — The possible speedy disposition of the plunder case of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta may possibly break the record, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said on Friday. Remulla made this…

  77. House prosecution rejects Sara Duterte trial ‘compromise’

    MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel rejected suggestions of a compromise that would convict Vice President Sara Z. Duterte in her Senate impeachment trial while leaving her eligible to…

  78. Agusan del Sur localities among top tax earners in Caraga region

    SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — While it remains officially classified as a first-class municipality, this central trading hub outpaced the province’s lone component city in local revenue generation…

  79. Solon: Proposed Socoteco II-Ignite Power deal a ‘corporate takeover’

    MANILA, Philippines — General Santos City lone district Rep. Shirlyn Bañas-Nograles on Friday called the proposed joint venture of South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative Inc. (Socoteco II) with Ignite…

  80. Surigao del Sur moves to ban lewd cockpit shows

    SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — The Sangguniang Panglalawigan of Surigao del Sur has set a public hearing on a proposed provincial measure banning lewd shows in cockpit arenas following public outrage…

  81. Missiles hit Aden airport as Saudi-led coalition intercepts missile headed for Yanbu

    Oct 16 - Missiles struck Aden International Airport in southern Yemen on Friday, while a Saudi-led military coalition said it had intercepted a ballistic missile headed for the Red Sea city of Yanbu…

  82. Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs moved to new prison after reports of luxury lifestyle behind bars

    Sean “Diddy” Combs has been moved to a federal prison in Pennsylvania after reports that the hip-hop mogul was living the high life and was injured in a fight at his New Jersey lock-up, a person…

  83. Africa: Technology, Good Governance Key to Stronger Saccos in Africa

    [Daily News] AS financial services increasingly move towards digital platforms, savings and credit cooperative societies (SACCOs) across Africa face growing pressure to modernise their operations…

  84. MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot won on Oct. 16; bettor wins ₱115.99M

    MANILA, Philippines—A lone bettor won the ₱115.99 million MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draw on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. The winning combination was…

  85. Watchdog: Zacharia's exit doesn't 'wipe clean' dispute over legal credentials 

    A D.C.-based ethics watchdog group that accused Katie Zacharia of misrepresenting herself as a lawyer is urging the State Bar of California to press ahead with an investigation into her credentials…

  86. Manitoba declares measles outbreak over after weeks without cases

    After declaring that there was an outbreak of measles in Manitoba in February of 2025, the government has said the outbreak is over.

  87. Iran denies Saudi accusation of involvement in Houthi attacks

  88. McNuggets, booze smuggled by drone into Canada's most secure prison: union

    The union representing correctional officers is raising the alarm after it says an inmate had a drone drop off a McDonald's meal and alcohol to what's supposed to be Canada's most secure prison…

  89. West Bank settlers brutally attack a Washington Post journalist

    Photojournalist Heidi Levine is transferred on a stretcher into an ambulance after she was attacked by Israeli settlers while photographing Palestinian farmers harvesting their olives on October 16…

  90. Oil reaches $110 per barrel

    Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Oil hits $110 per barrel for first time since May An international oil benchmark hit…

  91. Paraguay’s tech minister defies Beijing sanctions, says Taiwan ties ‘not up for negotiation’

    Paraguay’s technology minister said on Thursday that sanctions imposed on him by Beijing over his country’s ties with Taiwan would only accelerate joint projects with the island. Gustavo Villate, who…

  92. Chinese FM tells Herzog that Israel should stop ‘forced establishment’ of settlements

    Wang Yi also meets with his PA counterpart at Baku summit, claims Palestinian question is greatest historical injustice of this century

  93. Firefighters Race to Control California Wildfires as Winds Threaten to Spark More

    The Norte fire in Orange County was growing quickly on Friday afternoon. Officials urged residents to evacuate.

  94. Oregon police say teacher tackled suspected shooter, who previously attended Silver Rail Elementary

    A teacher "fought" and "tackled" the suspected shooter by throwing her cell phone at him, according to Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz. The victim, who has been identified as Griffin J. John II…

  95. A federal IVF program will harmonize ‘patchwork’ approach, experts say

    Data collected by Ipsos for Fertility Matters Canada (FMC) found that 46 per cent of Canadians with an opinion on it support the proposed federal IVF funding program.

  96. Mexico’s telecom sector shifts again as Televisa buys AT&T for US $2 billion

    Partnering 50-50 with Fintech Holdings, Televisa's purchase enables it to offer "quadruple play" — internet, television, fixed-line, and mobile — improving its competitive position with Carlos Slim's…

  97. Press secretary under Clinton says Zacharia was 'set up to fail'

    Katie Zacharia was set up to fail by the White House and President Trump, who made her White House press secretary without preparing her, former Clinton-era White House press secretary Joe Lockhart…

  98. Could an Anthropic IPO put your 401(k) at risk? The AI safety debate hits a new dimension.

    Anthropic and New York City’s comptroller have opened a line of communication to discuss “existential risks” posed by AI and what that could mean for the company’s future stock.

  99. ‘Hands off’: Brazilians protest outside Meta in Dublin over claims of election bias

    Brazil’s top electoral court ruled on Thursday Meta must adopt measures to immediately secure equal treatment of the two candidates

  100. Cause of fiery Calgary bus crash that killed 3 passengers, injured 16 under investigation

    Calgary police are working to determine the cause of a fiery city bus crash that killed three passengers and injured 16 others, including a police officer who helped save a child.

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