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by Joshua Howat Berger © Agence France-Presse MEXICO CITY, Mexico (AFP) – Anti-establishment leftist Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador swept to victory in Mexico’s presidential election Sunday, in a political sea change driven by voters’ anger over endemic corruption and brutal violence. According to exit polls, the sharp-tongued, silver-haired politician known as “AMLO” won by a large margin over his two main rivals, who both conceded defeat shortly after the polls closed — laying to rest […]
Mar Gabriel Eagle News Service Naaresto na ng Philippine National Police ang mastermind, gunman at dalawa pang suspek na nasa likod ng pagpatay sa paring si Richmond Nilo noong Hunyo 10. Ayon kay Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Chief Police Director Roel Obusan, una nilang naaresto ang gunman na si Omar Mallari na nasundan nila sa pamamagitan ng kotse nito na nakuhanan ng CCTV. Sinunog pa raw ang kotse pero nakilala pa rin […]
by Ralf Isermann with Tom Barfield in Frankfurt Agence France-Presse MUNICH, Germany (AFP) – German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s ruling coalition was facing an uncertain future, as her hardline conservative interior minister Sunday offered his resignation after weeks of battling to change her mind on migrant policy. Horst Seehofer told fellow leaders of the conservative Bavarian CSU party he wants to resign as both party chief and interior minister, saying he had “no support,” sources at […]
MANAMA, Bahrain (AFP) – Colombia’s massive Chiribiquete National Park has made UNESCO’s World Heritage List, the United Nations body announced Sunday. “Congratulations,” the UN Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization announced on Twitter. With an area of 2.7 million hectares (6.7 million acres) covering five Amazonian municipalities in the southern Guaviare and Caqueta regions, Colombia’s largest natural park has rich biodiversity and is a sacred place for indigenous people. This is the ninth world heritage listing […]
TOKYO, Japan (AFP) — Japan’s “Ice Prince” and two-time Olympic figure skating gold medallist Yuzuru Hanyu accepted one of his country’s top awards Monday, pledging to be more than an “ordinary skater”. The 23-year-old, wearing a sombre, traditional male kimono emblazoned with his family crest — a far cry from his flamboyant competition wear — said the award was a tribute to his team and would propel him to new heights. “An award like this […]
TOKYO, Japan (AFP) — Japan’s 84-year-old Emperor Akihito cancelled his official duties on Monday after being taken ill, the country’s top government spokesman said. Akihito “had a sudden feeling of sickness and heavy sweating” in the early morning and Empress Michiko “immediately brought in the palace doctor,” Yoshihide Suga told reporters. The doctor diagnosed the emperor with “symptoms of vertigo and nausea due to cerebral anemia, which require a complete rest and follow-up checks,” […]
(Eagle News) — The Philippine National Police should consider stricter firearms control measures. This is according to Senator Panfilo Lacson, who issued the statement following the killing of Tanauan, Batangas Mayor Antonio Halili on Monday, July 2. “The killing of priests, prosecutors, and former and incumbent local officials in broad daylight and in full view of the public may be suggestive of the impunity and brazenness of those responsible for such acts,” he said. Senate President […]
by Pierre Donadieu and Marie Heuclin © Agence France-Presse PARIS, France (AFP)–For decades, plastic straws have been essential props for cocktail makers, smoothie lovers and fast food addicts. But that may be starting to change, thanks largely to vigorous environmental campaigning. Under pressure from activists, the European Union, Britain, India and even fast food giants like McDonald’s have all made some headway towards bringing the use of plastic straws to an end. And with […]
(Eagle News) — Akbayan Party-list Rep. Tom Villarin is slated to file a grave misconduct case against Labor Undersecretary Jing Paras after he allegedly stole the lawmaker’s phone. Villarin said he would file the case before the Office of the Ombudsman. “I think that this attitude, this juvenile act of a public official should not be allowed,” Villarin said. According to Villarin, “filing a case with the Ombudsman would serve also some sort of a […]
SHANGAI, China (AFP)–Chinese stocks opened slightly lower on Monday following data showing a drop in Chinese factory activity and ahead of the expected imposition of US tariffs later in the week. The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index slipped 0.21 percent, or 5.84 points, to 2,841.58, while the Shenzhen Composite Index, which tracks stocks on China’s second exchange, edged down 0.09 percent, or 1.40 points, to 1,606.22. Hong Kong markets are closed for a public holiday. © […]
(Eagle News) — Nakalabas na ang tropical storm Florita sa Philippine area of responsibility linggo ng hapon. Ayon sa Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), huling namataan ang bagyo sa layong 825 kilometers northeast ng Basco, Batanes. May lakas rin ang bagyo ng hanging aabot sa 105 kilometers per hour (kph) at pagbugsong 130 kph. Tinatahak ng bagyo ang direksyong pa-hilaga sa bilis na 15 kph. Gayunman, makararanas pa rin ng kalat-kalat na […]
PARIS, France (AFP)–Air pollution caused one in seven new cases of diabetes in 2016, according to a US study, which found even low levels raised the chances of developing the chronic disease. Diabetes has primarily been associated with lifestyle factors like diet and a sedentary lifestyle, but research by the Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis said pollution also plays a major role. The study estimated that pollution contributed to 3.2 million new […]
