Ocean Park Panda Cubs to Debut on Giant Screen starting November 23
Ocean Park in Hong Kong is set to give visitors a rare glimpse of its twin panda cubs as they reach a major milestone. The popular theme park announced on Thursday that it will beam live footage of the cubs onto a giant screen starting November 23, when the pair will be 100 days old. Guests will be able to watch...
Over 10,000 Evacuated as Typhoon Marce Hits Northern Philippines
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Philippines - Typhoon Marce, known internationally as Yinxing, has forced the pre-emptive evacuation of nearly 10,100 individuals across northern Luzon as the powerful storm pummels the region, officials said Thursday. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Region II reported that 3,469 families, or 10,088 people, have been moved to evacuation centers since Wednesday across the...
DMW Suspends Seasonal Worker Deployments to South Korea
MANILA - The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has temporarily suspended the deployment of seasonal workers to South Korea through local government units (LGUs) following reports of illegal recruitment activities, officials announced on Wednesday. Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said the decision is part of an ongoing effort to curb unlawful practices in the recruitment process. He stated...
275 Arrested in Hong Kong for Allegedly Staging Accidents to Defraud Welfare Benefits
Police in Hong Kong have uncovered a sprawling fraud scheme in which hundreds of people allegedly staged traffic accidents to fraudulently obtain millions in government financial assistance, authorities announced on Wednesday. In a major crackdown, law enforcement said they arrested 275 individuals suspected of involvement in the scam, which is believed to have netted around HK$14 million (US$1.8 million) over...
America Votes Trump Back Into Office In Stunning Political Comeback
Former President Donald Trump has pulled off a remarkable electoral comeback, winning the 2024 presidential election and reclaiming the White House. Trump's victory represents an extraordinary reversal of political fortunes for the divisive figure, who was previously voted out of office and faced numerous legal challenges. Trump's path to the presidency was paved by a campaign that promised sweeping changes,...
Trump Triumphs: Former President Stages Stunning Comeback to Reclaim White House
Washington - Republican Donald Trump has claimed victory in the 2024 US presidential election, marking a stunning political comeback four years after leaving office. In a closely watched contest, the former president defeated Democratic challenger Kamala Harris, according to a projection by Fox News. Trump's triumph came despite predictions by many pundits that his political career was all but over...
Employees in Hong Kong Demand Bigger Pay Hikes for 2025
Workers in Hong Kong are calling for substantial pay increases next year, with a major labor union suggesting salaries should rise by at least 5.5% in 2025. The Federation of Hong Kong and Kowloon Labour Unions surveyed over 1,100 people between August and October and found that more than 35% believe a 5-7% pay hike would be reasonable, while 30%...
Heightened Security at Hong Kong Courts After Brazen Knife Attack on Magistrate
Heightened security measures were implemented at Hong Kong courts on Tuesday, a day after a magistrate narrowly escaped a violent attack by a knife-wielding assailant during a court hearing. Multiple police officers and security personnel were deployed at the entrances of the Kowloon City Magistrates' Court, with visitors required to undergo security screening before entering the premises. Security guards were...
DFA Reveals Overseas Worker Executed in Saudi Arabia Acted to Defend Himself
MANILA, Philippines - The Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday provided new details about the recent execution of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who was convicted of murder in Saudi Arabia. In a statement, DFA Undersecretary for Migration Eduardo Jose de Vega acknowledged that his previous comments to the media did not fully capture the circumstances surrounding the...
