US forces exit Iraq, emboldening Iran’s proxies and Islamic State

Rappler - Sep 30, 2026

The withdrawal, viewed as a victory by Iran, was agreed upon in 2024 and marks a significant moment 23 years after the US-led invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein

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Australian woman dies after cosmetic surgery at HCMC international hospital

Sep 30, 2026

Australian woman dies after cosmetic surgery at HCMC international hospital

A 65-year-old Australian woman has died following cosmetic surgery at City International Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City's An Lac Ward, the municipal Department of Health has confirmed.

‘Hold the status quo’? US Congress reviews Xi-Trump summit outcomes

Sep 30, 2026

‘Hold the status quo’? US Congress reviews Xi-Trump summit outcomes

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s three-day state visit to Washington is over, but China watchers in Congress and the US-China policy community are still parsing a wide range of outcomes, with two more leadership summits expected before the end of the year. The talks between Xi and US President Donald Trump produced a series of joint announcements, including an extension of the US-China trade truce, investment commitments, an agreement to continue an AI dialogue and high-level engagement, as well...

NAPOLCOM probes off-duty cop in Tondo basketball brawl

Sep 30, 2026

NAPOLCOM probes off-duty cop in Tondo basketball brawl

The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) is investigating the alleged involvement of an off-duty police officer in a brawl during a basketball game in Tondo, Manila last September 27.

Expanded GCash services for underserved, unbanked Filipinos seen with Mynt IPO

Sep 30, 2026

Expanded GCash services for underserved, unbanked Filipinos seen with Mynt IPO

Additional resources to expand digital financial services for underserved and unbanked Filipinos are expected from the initial public offering of Mynt, the parent company of GCash.

Bank of Thailand Unveils Framework to Shield Financial Sector from Illicit Activities

Sep 30, 2026

Bank of Thailand Unveils Framework to Shield Financial Sector from Illicit Activities

Governor of the Bank of Thailand and financial service providers developed a framework to prevent financial sector exploitation for illegal activities, promoting stability, security, and protection for legitimate users. Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT), stated that the BOT, together with financial service providers under its supervision, jointly developed the “Framework […]

LIVE UPDATES: Impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte

Sep 30, 2026

LIVE UPDATES: Impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte

Bookmark this page for Rappler's comprehensive coverage of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial at the Senate

Should Sara Duterte be admonished for barbed remarks outside impeachment court?

Sep 30, 2026

Should Sara Duterte be admonished for barbed remarks outside impeachment court?

After being admonished by the impeachment court, prosecutor Jay Tolosa asks senator-judges to look at Vice President Sara Duterte too: Why is she getting away with her own biting comments?

YOURSAY | Anwar should stop acting like he is ignorant

Sep 30, 2026

YOURSAY | Anwar should stop acting like he is ignorant

'Just live up to your anti-corruption promises.'

KINIGUIDE | Why some Sarawak votes count more, and what's changing?

Sep 30, 2026

KINIGUIDE | Why some Sarawak votes count more, and what's changing?

Understanding what's happening in the land of the hornbills under redelineation exercise.

Gaza on stage: concert activism meets Malaysia, Singapore red lines

Sep 30, 2026

Gaza on stage: concert activism meets Malaysia, Singapore red lines

American rapper Macklemore lost his spot on British pop star Ed Sheeran’s US tour after speaking up for Palestinians, but in Malaysia it was Sheeran’s music which ended up being pulled from the airwaves. In neighbouring Singapore, British band Massive Attack faced a different kind of fallout, barred from returning after members displayed a Palestinian flag during a July concert. The contrasting cases highlight the competing pressures on foreign artists in Southeast Asia, where political...

Thailand to Tighten Oversight of App-Based Ride-Hailing Services

Sep 29, 2026

Thailand to Tighten Oversight of App-Based Ride-Hailing Services

Thailand's Ministry of Transport will intensify enforcement of ride-hailing regulations starting October 1, targeting eight platforms including Grab, Bolt, and LINE MAN

LTO to issue order revoking driver's licenses over pedestrian lane incidents

Sep 29, 2026

LTO to issue order revoking driver's licenses over pedestrian lane incidents

The Land Transportation Office on Wednesday said it is drafting a memorandum order that could lead to the revocation of the driver"s license of motorists involved in pedestrian lane-related incidents.

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