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Busy Philipps Reveals Grade 2 Brain Tumor, Surgery Complete — Aug 26, 2026Busy Philipps, 47, was diagnosed with a rare grade 2 oligodendroglioma brain tumor after a February Prenuvo full-body MRI, and she underwent two brain surgeries, later expressing gratitude to be alive. The procedures occurred weeks before she was set to start filming Cupertino, and she discussed the ordeal publicly with People, calling the period the weirdest six months of her life.

Nestlé sells $1 billion vitamin brands to Yellow Wood in portfolio shift — Sep 1, 2026Nestlé will sell its mainstream vitamins and supplements business, including Nature’s Bounty and other brands, to Yellow Wood Partners for $1 billion as CEO Philipp Navratil focuses the company on higher-growth pillars. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027, will help reduce leverage and free resources for Nestlé’s core growth areas, with the VMS unit being restructured under dedicated ownership as part of a broader portfolio transformation.

Nicole Hardy Funny how these deals always "reduce leverage" - corporate speak for shuffling debt around.

Canada Bends Knee On Key Tax After Trump Pulls Plug On Trade Talks — Jun 30, 2025Canada announced Sunday that it is rescinding its digital services tax (DST) in an attempt to restart trade negotiations with the U.S. government. Canada’s finance minister François-Philippe Champagne announced in a…

Global Leaders Congratulate Belgium on National DayWorld — Jul 21, 2026Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev sent congratulatory letters to King Philippe on Belgium's National Day, extending best wishes and prosperity to Belgium and its people. UAE leaders and Kazakhstan's Tokayev also issued greetings, highlighting unity and the strengthening of bilateral ties with Belgium.

Brie Larson-led Skeletons release date set for June 2027Entertainment — Jul 20, 2026Brie Larson headlines the horror Skeletons, directed by J.T. Mollner and produced by J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot, with a June 4, 2027 release date and adaptation of Philipp Fracassi’s Fail-Safe about a boy uncovering his mother’s disturbing secret.

Mike Phillips joins Kyoto Hannaryz on two-year dealSports — Jul 21, 2026Philippine-based Filipino-American forward Mike Phillips has signed a two-year deal with Kyoto Hannaryz in Japan’s B.League for the 2026-27 season and will continue to represent Gilas Pilipinas, having been classified as a local/Asian import after FIBA’s adjustments. The move follows his UAAP success with La Salle, a brief MPBL stint with San Juan Knights, and his recent international exposure as a Gilas player.

Philippines warns China may exploit US-South Korea drill cuts — Sep 7, 2026Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro warns that Beijing could exploit cuts to US-South Korea drills to reassert itself in the Indo-Pacific, while Manila has received definite assurances that US commitments to the Philippines remain unchanged. He also notes Manila’s expanding security ties with the US and other partners as tensions in the region persist and cautions about China’s use of influence operations.

Rachel Meyers Manila is smart to diversify partners instead of relying on one ally, spreads the risk around.

Roblox, Meta pledge stronger child protection in PhilippinesTech — Aug 27, 2026Philippine officials announced that Meta and Roblox will bolster child-safety protections for local users, including AI-assisted age verification, stricter messaging safeguards, faster takedowns of harmful content, and closer law-enforcement cooperation, with Roblox planning a Philippine office by October and Meta designating a local presence. The talks come amid a broader push to regulate online platforms following a fatal shooting and a recent US settlement by Meta, underscoring ongoing efforts to curb online harms and expand digital-literacy and safety measures in the country.

US Condemns China Coast Guard Actions in SCS — Jul 20, 2026China Coast Guard vessels attacked Philippine Navy personnel at Ayungin Shoal, with a baton strike injuring a sailor and damaging a Philippine rubber boat as AFP and BRP Sierra Madre operations continued in accordance with international law. The Philippines denounces the actions as violent and unlawful, condemns a pattern of harassment around Ayungin Shoal, and reiterates its commitment to lawful operations and the 2016 Arbitral Award.

Philippine couple marry in flooded churchWorld — Sep 1, 2026A Philippine couple wed in a flooded Catholic church in Hagonoy as heavy monsoon rains drenched the region, with the ceremony proceeding despite rising waters and fewer than 15 attendees. The bride’s gown was altered to shorten the train to navigate the flood, and the event drew widespread attention as authorities reported casualties from the rains.

Philippine bettor claims multimillion-peso jackpot as global lottery results roll in — Sep 6, 2026Lotto and lottery results dominated headlines across multiple countries the past few days, with a 6/49 Lotto winner in the Philippines securing a multi‑million prize and UK, US Oklahoma, South Africa, and other draws posting large jackpots and detailed claiming instructions. The coverage highlights tax deductions on Filipino winnings, rollovers in major Lotto draws, and the ongoing public interest in matches and potential millionaires.

Rachel Meyers Always wonder how many people forget to check their tickets after draws like this, probably more than we think.

Couple marries in flooded church after monsoon in Philippines; bride walks the aisle in waist-deep waterGood News — Sep 8, 2026A Philippine couple held their wedding in a flooded church after monsoon rains, with the bride wading through waist-deep water to reach the altar on September 1.

Philippine inflation cools to 6.1% as rice prices keep soaring — Sep 4, 2026Philippines inflation eased to 6.1% in August, the fourth straight monthly deceleration, led by slower food and housing costs even as transport inflation rose due to higher oil prices. Core inflation eased to 4.1%, the eight‑month average sits at 5.2%, and the BSP’s 5.5–6.5% forecast range remains intact while policymakers monitor Middle East tensions and weather risks.

Sam Okafor Glad BSP is keeping an eye on Middle East tensions, because one supply shock and we're right back to double digit inflation talk.

Philippines Plans Expanded Drone Fleet — Aug 25, 2026The Philippines plans a significant expansion of its unmanned drone capabilities as part of a 50 billion peso modernization program for 2027, with increased emphasis on external defense and preparedness against rising tensions with China in the South China Sea. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said the effort includes developing secure communications, network capabilities, and integration with other major assets like guided-missile corvettes, while highlighting that drone expansion is one element of a broader push to strengthen external defense.

New Zealand, Philippines Forge Comprehensive Partnership — Jul 21, 2026New Zealand and the Philippines formalized a Comprehensive Partnership, elevating ties across political engagement, defence and security, maritime cooperation, trade and economic ties, and people-to-people links, and they signed education and geothermal-energy cooperation agreements. The partners plan a Plan of Action, celebrate six decades of diplomatic relations, and aim to deepen defense cooperation and trade, including discussions on joining the CPTPP and boosting two-way trade toward 2030.

Rubio Arrives Manila as US Condemns China ActionsWorld — Jul 21, 2026The United States condemned China’s dangerous and aggressive actions after a clash with the Philippine Navy in the South China Sea as Rubio arrived in Manila for ASEAN meetings, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to freedom of navigation and the regional defense umbrella, and signaling openness to a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Manila and Beijing trade allegations over an incident near a disputed outpost, with China denying the Philippine account of a Coast Guard injury.

Over 150,000 Evacuated as Typhoon Kalmaegi Bears Down on the Philippines — Nov 3, 2025More than 150,000 residents fled their homes in eastern Philippine provinces Monday as Typhoon Kalmaegi roared in from the Pacific Ocean, bringing warnings of torrential rain, destructive winds, and storm surges up to…

‘Significant’ Financial Loss Forces CNN to Shut Down Philippines Branch After 9 YearsReporting — Jan 30, 2024CNN’s financial woes seemingly extend well beyond just America. Variety reported that the broadcasting network will shut its operations in the Philippines on Wednesday after “accumulat losses of more than $89 million”…

Philippines and China Trade Blame Over South China Sea Vessel Collision — 14hChina Coast Guard vessel CCG-21585 struck BFAR ship BRP Datu Magat Salamat at 11:13 a.m. during a fuel run for fishermen about 54 nautical miles off Palawan.

Nicole Hardy The Philippines needs stronger allies to push back against repeated harassment in those waters.

Sept. 17 Lottery Results and Powerball JackpotsLifestyle — 5dGlobal lottery updates show mixed outcomes and reforms: the Philippines’ PCSO reported no winners for the Grand Lotto 6/55 and Megalotto 6/45 jackpots on Sept 14, 2026, while New Zealand moves to a 14-ball Powerball format starting Sept 16 with a higher $60 million cap and altered odds. Meanwhile, Daily Lotto results were posted in South Africa with notable jackpot estimates, and apps continue to provide alerts and terms of use for lottery results across regions.

Deadly Southeast Asian Ferry Disasters Spur Safety ScrutinyWorld — 6dSoutheast Asia is reeling from deadly ferry incidents in Indonesia and a ferry fire in the Philippines, renewing scrutiny of vessel inspections, seaworthiness checks, and overall maritime safety oversight. Meanwhile, Australia’s Matilda Bay ferry-terminal plan faces safety warnings from opponents and risk assessments, and Lagos is strengthening maritime safety through a targeted ferry safety training module for engineers.

Filipiñana Wins Sundance Award, Examines Philippine InequalityEntertainment — Sep 3, 2026Filipiñana, Rafael Manuel’s satirical feature about a 17-year-old tee girl at an exclusive Manila country club, uses extreme heat and a lush golf-course setting to critique colonialism, inequality, and the slow pace of social change, earning Sundance’s Special Jury Award for Creative Vision. The film foregrounds climate stress and a climate-poverty trap while drawing connections between land privatization, elite privilege, and deeper Filipino societal issues, with festival exposure and distribution plans expanding its international reach.

Mitsubishi recalls 67,146 Outlanders over backup camera glitch in U.S., Canada — Sep 1, 2026Mitsubishi launches the Outlander PHEV in the Philippines with a 2.4-liter engine, up to 302hp, up to 100 km electric range and multiple drive modes, underscoring flexible electrified commuting. At the same time, Mitsubishi is recalling about 67,000 Outlander and Outlander PHEV crossovers in the US and Canada for an infotainment software bug that can prevent the rearview camera image, with dealers reprogramming units and official owner notices planned in 2026.

Elena Vasquez Funny how they're launching a fancy new PHEV overseas while the current models can't even show a reliable backup camera feed here.

Glacier Collapse Triggers Nepal-Tibet FloodsWorld — Aug 25, 2026From India’s Rajouri district to the Philippines’ Bulacan province and Bulgaria’s Blagoevgrad region, relentless floods and related damage—destroyed crops, road washouts, evacuations, and outages—are testing local infrastructure and prompting criticism of flood-control projects and governance. Authorities have declared states of disaster, ordered evacuations and closures, and are coordinating rescue and recovery efforts as communities seek restoration and compensation.