Global Leaders Honored at Icons of Change Awards 2026: Changemakers Week

Coordinated intel work nets 67 foreigners in Davao region

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — An intensified intelligence-sharing pact among state security forces in the Davao region has led to the arrest of 67 foreigners involved in various illegal activities this year. This was the highlight of the joint military, police, and coast guard intelligence committee meeting held in Davao City on Friday, November 13,

Australian PM caught making genital joke with climate minister at COP31 - watch

Trump, Putin and Xi plan historic joint meeting in China next week, White House says

Trump will discuss the "reduction of nuclear weapons" during the unprecedented talks, a spokeswoman says.

Sixth Circuit upholds black-lung benefits for widow of deceased Kentucky miner

Nigeria cautions against travel via Ethiopia's main airport due to altitude

The foreign ministry in Abuja says 6 Nigerians with underlying health problems have died this year while transiting through Addis Ababa.

DNA test reveals 35+ half-siblings for Toronto performer; seven surprise him at his show

Noam Tomaschoff's DNA test results revealed he had over 35 half-siblings, prompting a profound family exploration. After learning about his biological origins, he created a musical titled Our Little Secret. This production reflects his family's complex history and the emotional journey he experienced. Recently, seven of his half-siblings surprised him during a performance in Toronto. Their visit underscored the important connections established through DNA testing and family reunions.

Martin Luther King Jr’s historic speech draft heads to auction

A handwritten draft of Martin Luther King Jr's iconic 1963 speech will be auctioned at Christie's in January 2027. This manuscript, the only known handwritten final draft, includes significant edits made by King himself. The auction will benefit several charities, including the Xernona Clayton Foundation and The King Center. The draft will be publicly displayed starting January 15, 2027, before the auction.

Two new Amazon howler monkey species found after 84 years; camera traps capture bridge crossing

Scientists have identified two previously unknown howler monkey species in the Amazon rainforest through genetic research, 84 years after the last new species was described. The study highlights the region’s hidden biodiversity and the threat posed by deforestation. Separately, camera traps captured a newly identified Mato Grosso red howler monkey crossing an artificial canopy bridge designed to reconnect fragmented forest habitats.

US flight operations gradually return to normal after nationwide disruption

Icons of Change 2026 awardees to be recognized on Dec. 5

MANILA, Philippines – The Icons of Change International Awards 2026 is set to recognize journalists, diplomats, business and healthcare leaders as well as peace advocates on Dec. 5. The program, which will culminate the annual Icons of Change International Week for Changemakers, honors those whose work align with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals

Tìm thấy thi thể người đàn ông mất tích khi đi câu cá ở đập thủy điện Sông Ba Hạ

Sau hai ngày đêm huy động lực lượng tìm kiếm, thi thể người đàn ông đi câu cá tại khu vực bờ tràn đập thủy điện Sông Ba Hạ tại xã Suối Trai, Đắk Lắk đã được lực lượng chức năng tìm thấy, cách vị trí gặp nạn khoảng 2km.