Malaysian floods caused $1.4 bn in losses: government
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AFP) -- Devastating floods that hit Malaysia in recent weeks caused about $1.4 billion in losses,…
4 years ago
PHL new Covid-19 cases inch higher for 2nd straight day at 18,638; new recoveries lower at 13,106
Total active cases rise slightly to 231,658 (Eagle News) – For the second straight day, new Covid-19 cases inched higher…
4 years ago
Philippines to re-open to vaccinated foreign tourists
MANILA, Philippines (AFP) -- The Philippines will re-open to fully vaccinated tourists from most countries on February 10 and lift…
4 years ago
Six rockets target Baghdad airport, damaging plane: security source
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AFP) -- Six rockets were fired at the Iraqi capital's airport at dawn on Friday, causing damage but…
4 years ago
Gunman arrested in Japan after taking doctor hostage, shooting nurse: reports
TOKYO, Japan (AFP) -- A Japanese man has been arrested for the attempted murder of a doctor he took hostage…
4 years ago
North Korea confirms missile tests as Kim inspects ‘important’ munitions factory
by Cat BARTON / Kang Jin-kyu SEOUL, South Korea (AFP) -- North Korea test-fired two different weapons systems this week,…
4 years ago
24 NCR sites to participate in Feb. 4-5 vaccination of kids aged 5-11, says Galvez
Specially formulated Pfizer jabs for 5-11 age group to arrive on Feb. 2 (Eagle News) -- The Philippine government…
4 years ago
Hong Kong outbreak exposes flaws in 21-day quarantine policy
by Holmes CHAN HONG KONG, China (AFP) -- Hong Kong's U-turn on its mandatory three-week quarantine for arrivals follows growing…
4 years ago
76ers rout short-handed Lakers, Warriors beat Timberwolves
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) -- The Philadelphia 76ers, fueled by 26 points from Joel Embiid, cruised to a 105-87…
4 years ago
Judge cancels major US oil and gas exploration sale
WASHINGTON, D.C., United States (AFP) - A judge on Thursday canceled the sale of oil and gas exploration leases of…
4 years ago