China’s upgraded VT-4B export tank gets fourth-gen Type 100 tech ahead of Zhuhai show

South China Morning Post - Nov 15, 2026

China has upgraded its VT-4 series main battle tank with cutting-edge technologies aimed at the international market, newly surfaced photos show ahead of the country’s premier defence exhibition in Zhuhai. The appearance of the new tank, believed to be designated as VT-4B, indicates significant upgrades over the existing VT-4A in its armour protection, active protection, weapon station and electronic equipment. Some of the improvements show traits of technologies developed for China’s...

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Edcom: Over 26,000 public schools still without principals

Nov 15, 2026

Edcom: Over 26,000 public schools still without principals

Over 26,000 public schools in the country remain without a principal, which can affect the learning development of students and professional growth of teachers, according to the Second Congressional Commission on Education (Edcom 2). In a statement on Thursday, Edcom 2 called for an increase in the funding for School Principal I positions in the

Marks and Spencer's 'luxury, made to last' cardigan that's selling like 'hotcakes'

Nov 15, 2026

Marks and Spencer's 'luxury, made to last' cardigan that's selling like 'hotcakes'

"Half the price of a designer one I bought last year, with same good fit and high quality materials."

SWS: Marcos admin’s net satisfaction down to -4

Nov 15, 2026

SWS: Marcos admin’s net satisfaction down to -4

The Marcos administration’s net satisfaction rating dropped by 5 points from +1 in June to -4 in September 2026, but this remained within the “neutral” range, according to the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey released Friday. This was the second-lowest rating of President Marcos’ administration following its record-low “poor” rating in March 2026. READ:

JBC seeks nominees for associate justice

Nov 15, 2026

JBC seeks nominees for associate justice

The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) is accepting nominees for the associate justice post vacated by new Chief Justice Rodil Zalameda. In an advisory dated Nov. 9, the JBC called for applicants who would be the 197th justice of the Supreme Court and complete its current bench. READ: COA chief Cordoba named new Supreme Court

Ombudsman to intensify lifestyle checks on BIR, BOC

Nov 15, 2026

Ombudsman to intensify lifestyle checks on BIR, BOC

The Office of the Ombudsman announced it will intensify the lifestyle checks being conducted on officials of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Bureau of Customs (BOC) over reports that excessive fees were being collected from businesses. Speaking during a town hall dialogue with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Friday, Ombudsman

450 buses to ply Edsa Carousel lane by year-end

Nov 15, 2026

450 buses to ply Edsa Carousel lane by year-end

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon said as many as 450 buses will ply the Edsa Carousel route by the end of the year, as the government anticipates more commuters during the holiday season. READ: Dizon: Edsa Carousel bus fleet to reach 450 by year-end The Department of Transportation will deploy another 50 buses, on top of

Benguet’s Mt. Camisong puts sustainability on the plate

Nov 15, 2026

Benguet’s Mt. Camisong puts sustainability on the plate

ITOGON, BENGUET—Yesterday’s rice became chocolate mousse, fruit and vegetable peels were transformed into edible leather, and rice crusts became rice crispies at a dining experience that put sustainability on the menu. At Mt. Camisong Forest Park and Events, these culinary creations reflect an effort to minimize kitchen waste and make the most of available resources

This week’s milestones: Nov. 15 to Nov. 21

Nov 15, 2026

This week’s milestones: Nov. 15 to Nov. 21

Nov. 17, 1965 Carmen was established as an independent municipality in Surigao del Sur by virtue of Executive Order No. 197, signed by then President Diosdado Macapagal. It initially comprised the barrios of Carmen, Esperanza, Cancaban, Bonga, Santa Cruz, Antao and Puyat, which were formerly part of the municipality of Lanuza. However, EO 197 was

Rauf sworn in as Malacca CM for second term

Nov 15, 2026

Rauf sworn in as Malacca CM for second term

This comes after the BN-PN victory in state polls yesterday.

Surfliner 'train versus pedestrian' accident kills two: It happens 'more than people think'

Nov 15, 2026

Surfliner 'train versus pedestrian' accident kills two: It happens 'more than people think'

Rescue workers pronounced two people dead after they were stuck by an Amtrak Surfliner train near a Ventura County beach campground. California has the country's highest fatality numbers from railroad trespassing and rail grade crossings.

Malaysian plan to let refugees work spurs advocates’ call for safeguards

Nov 15, 2026

Malaysian plan to let refugees work spurs advocates’ call for safeguards

Malaysia’s plans to allow registered refugees to work legally have raised hopes among their communities that have long relied on precarious informal employment to survive, even as Thailand’s experience suggests that such a move is only part of the solution. Thailand has reportedly thousands of refugees taking up formal jobs under a scheme introduced last year. As for Malaysia’s initiative, refugee advocates say it will need clear registration procedures and workplace safeguards to make it...

‘Careless’ driver, 21, turned into path of biker who broke pelvis in crash

Nov 15, 2026

‘Careless’ driver, 21, turned into path of biker who broke pelvis in crash

A driver has admitted causing serious injury by careless driving after turning into the path of a motorcyclist, who broke his pelvis in the crash.

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