by Deborah COLE BERLIN, Germany (AFP) — A stolen truck ploughed into cars in the center of the German city of Limburg on Monday leaving several people injured, police said, adding that the driver had been detained. “Based on what we have learned and several witness accounts, the man seized control of the truck at about 5:20 pm (1520 GMT),” police said in a statement. Soon after, the truck slammed into cars waiting at a […]
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‘Joker’ gets last laugh, setting record on N. American screens
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) — Warner Bros.’ “Joker” survived the intense controversy over its violent themes to take in $96.2 million in North American theaters at the weekend, setting a record for an October release, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations said Monday. Starring Joaquin Phoenix, “Joker” provides the backstory for the rise of Batman’s maniacal nemesis, painting a dark and disturbing portrayal of a would-be stand-up comedian’s descent into madness. Amid fears that it might […]
NBA champion Raptors, Lowry agree on $31 million one-year deal: report
NEW YORK, United States (AFP) — Five-time NBA All-Star guard Kyle Lowry has agreed to a one-year contract extension with the reigning champion Toronto Raptors worth $31 million, ESPN reported Monday. The move takes Lowry out of next July’s free agency market and follows the $33.4 million the 33-year-old will make this year in the final season of his expiring deal, according to agent Mark Bartelstein, ESPN reported. The deal would produce the largest salary […]
Iraqi president urges end to ‘escalation’ after days of deadly protests
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AFP) — Iraq’s president called Monday for a “halt to escalation” after widespread protests that killed dozens, including an overnight rally in east Baghdad in which the military admitted using “excessive force”. Demonstrations have rocked the capital and Iraq’s southern provinces since Tuesday, first demanding reforms to fight corruption and unemployment but ramping up to calls for a total overhaul of the country’s political system. In a televised address, President Barham Salih appealed […]
Trump urges ‘humane solution’ in Hong Kong
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP) — US President Donald Trump on Monday urged a “humane solution” in Hong Kong but noted that the crowds protesting against Chinese authorities were smaller than before. “We just want to see a humane solution,” Trump said in comments to reporters. “I think they have to do that in a peaceful manner.” He remarked on the “great people over there” and said, “they’re flying the American flag.” But Trump avoided expressing […]
LRT-2 ops from Cubao to Recto and back to resume tomorrow, Oct. 8
(Eagle News)–The Light Rail Transit-2 will resume operations from Cubao to Recto and back tomorrow, October 8. The Light Rail Transit Authority said operations will start at 6 a.m. and will end at 8:30 p.m. from Cubao and 9 p.m. from Recto. The LRTA said commercial operations need to start late and close early to give way to maintenance work. “We appeal to our passengers to allot an additional hour for their journeys since speed […]
PHL gov’t imposes total ban on deployment of OFWs to South Sudan
(Eagle News)–The government has imposed a total ban on the deployment of Overseas Filipino Workers to South Sudan. In a statement, the Department of Labor and Employment said the governing board of the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration, in a resolution, decided to impose the ban also on the processing of the documents of OFWs bound for the country “until further notice.” The board is chaired by Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III. Bello said the ban […]
Albayalde directs the return of 15 cops earlier recalled by PNP as security detail of PDEA chief Aquino
(Eagle News) – The 15 police security escort assigned to Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) chief Director Gen. Aaron Aquino, who were previously recalled, will now be returned to him, according to Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Oscar Albayalde. Albayalde said that he had already directed the Regional Director of Provincial Regional Office 3 to “bring back all the security personnel” of Aquino. He said he decided on this after Aquino claimed that […]
25th Siargao Int’l Surfing Cup, matagumpay na sinimulan
by Jabes A. Juanite Eagle News Service SIARGAO, Surigao del Norte (Eagle News) – Matagumpay na sinimulan ang 25th International Surfing Cup sa Siargao, Surigao del Norte sa pangunguna ng lokal na pamahalaan at World Surfing League (WSL) Asia noong Sabado, Oktubre 5. Pormal na sinimulan ang kompetisyon sa pamamagitan ng ceremonial breaking ng surfboard na pinangunahan ng mga local government officials at ng WSL na siyang namamahala sa aktibidad na ito ngayong taon. Ang […]
Thunderstorm advisory hoisted over Quezon, Laguna
(Eagle News)–A thunderstorm advisory has been hoisted over Quezon and Laguna. The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said moderate to heavy rainshowers with lightning and strong winds are expected over the provinces within the next two hours. “All are advised to take precautionary measures against the impacts associated with these hazards which include flash floods and landslides,” PAGASA said.
Duterte: PHL gov’t working on bilateral agreement with Russia to help undocumented Filipinos
(Eagle News) – President Rodrigo Duterte said that the Department of Labor and Employment is now working on a bilateral agreement with Russia to address the concerns of the many undocumented Filipinos in that country. There are around 10,000 Filipinos in Russia, most of them undocumented, according to Philippine Ambassador to Russia Carlos Sorreta. Duterte said he raised the problems of the many overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who lacked documentation with Russian President Vladimir […]
Blood donation drive, isinagawa ng Iglesia ni Cristo sa Pamplona, Cagayan
PAMPLONA, Cagayan (Eagle News) — Nagsagawa ng blood donation drive ang Iglesia ni Cristo sa pakikipagtulungan ng Don Mariano Memorial Hospital sa Curva, Pamplona, Cagayan. Layunin ng nasabing aktibidad na makalikom ng sapat at ligtas na dugo upang makatulong sa mga nangangailangan nito, maging sila man ay kaanib o hindi kaanib sa Iglesia ni Cristo. Umaga pa lang ay nagsidatingan na ang mga donor sa lugar upang makapagbahagi ng kanilang dugo at makapagsalba ng maraming […]
