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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 14

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysian authorities recovered the bodies of two individuals, who were killed in an aircraft crash on Tuesday. The two victims are Malaysians aged 30 and 42 and had died at the place of the incident, Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said in a statement late Tuesday. (Malaysia-Plane Crash-Death) - - - - KUALA LUMPUR -- Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has been.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Snake on a plane alarms passengers on AirAsia flight

Passengers on a Thai AirAsia flight from Bangkok to Phuket had a nasty surprise when a snake was spotted slithering around in one of the cabin’s overhead compartments. A TikTok video starring the reptilian stowaway was shared by user @wannabnailssalon, and has since chalked up 3.4 million views on the platform. When the snake was.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Off-White™ opens door in NUSTAR Cebu City

Cebu City, February 15th — Off-White™ is happy to announce that Virgil Abloh’s legacy is celebrated yet again in the Philippines, by the launch of Off-White™ Cebu in NUSTAR Resort Cebu. Opening to the public on 18th February 2024, Off-White™ Cebu will be the third branch of the beloved brand in the country following the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, May 20

NEW DELHI -- At least 17 people were killed and eight others injured Monday after a pickup vehicle carrying them skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh, police said. The accident occurred near Bahpani village in Kabirdham district, about 173 km northwest of Raipur, the capital city of Chhattisgarh. (India-Road Accident) - - - - MANILA -- Philippine Se.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 21st, 2024

5 Filipinos on board Singapore Airlines flight that hit extreme turbulence

Five Filipinos were on board a Singapore Airlines plane that hit severe turbulence on Tuesday ten hours into a flight from London to the Southeast Asian nation, the airline said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 22nd, 2024

Japanese national nabbed for ‘lewd act’ released after posting bail

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – A Japanese national, who was arrested for allegedly committing a lewd act while on a plane to Cebu, was released on Friday after he posted bail of P3,000. Police Lieutenant Colonel Christian Torres, spokesperson of the Lapu-Lapu City Police Office (LCPO), said that the 20-year-old suspect was charged for the violation.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 13

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysian authorities launched a search and rescue operation on Tuesday following a plane crash in Selangor state. The aircraft, which crashed around 1:30 p.m. local time, had two on board including its pilot, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia said in a statement. (Malaysia-Aircraft-Crash) - - - - NEW DELHI -- Police Tuesday fired dozens of tear smoke shells and used drones t.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 13

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysian authorities launched a search and rescue operation on Tuesday following a plane crash in Selangor state. The aircraft, which crashed around 1:30 p.m. local time, had two on board including its pilot, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia said in a statement. (Malaysia-Aircraft-Crash) - - - - NEW DELHI -- Police Tuesday fired dozens of tear smoke shells and used drones t.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

NEWSBRIEFS | 2 February 2024

Balay Mindanaw members mark 26th anniversary of ill-fated Cebu Pacific Flight 387 CLAVERIA, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 02 February) — A handful of friends and relatives trekked to the Flight 387 Shrine here last year to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Cebu Pacific plane crash on the slopes of Mt. Sumagaya. Among them were […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Airline changes Singapore flight number to 1989 ahead of Taylor Swift concerts

Low-cost airline Cebu Pacific changed one of its Singapore-bound plane's flight number to 1989, ahead of singer-songwriter Taylor Swift's six "Eras Tour" concerts there in March......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

US affirms commitment to Indo-Pacific amidst recent diplomatic engagements

Washington, DC [US], May 31 (ANI): The United States has reaffirmed its unwavering focus on the Indo-Pacific region, citing recent diplomatic engagements as evidence of continued commitment. "We have not taken our eye off the ball when it comes to our efforts and our focus on the Indo-Pacific and the Asia region broadly," said Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State, Vedant Patel, emphasising the admi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

Netanyahu Claims Gaza Strike That Killed 7 Aid Workers Was Unintentional: Live Updates

Israeli strike on Iranian Embassy building in Damascus escalates undeclared war between Israel and Iran In a recent development that has rocked the region, Israel.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Israeli strike on Damascus kills 4 Iranian Revolutionary Guards

There is no immediate comment from Israel, which has long pursued a bombing campaign against Iran's military and security presence in Syria.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Asia Album: Glimpse of summer in Philippines

An aerial drone photo taken on May 5, 2024 shows people cooling off in a swimming pool at a resort in Bulacan Province, the Philippines. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)MANILA, May 6 (Xinhua) -- Check out the cool scenes from a resort in Bulacan Province, the Phi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

With 10,000 jeepneys to be taken off the road, commuters fear undersupply of public transpo

Mobility advocates urged President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to ensure a steady supply of public transportation after thousands of jeepneys are expected to stop operations within the month......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Telcos jobs safe from shift to AI, execs assure workers

Nearly 30,000 Filipinos working in the telco industry are safe from getting laid off as a result of automation, as their bosses guarantee they will be reassigned, not removed, if their jobs are taken over by artificial intelligence......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Philippines cops silver in Women s Asia & Oceania ice hockey tilt

The Philippine women’s ice hockey team fell a victory short of clinching the gold medal in their first tournament back, finishing second behind Iran in the 2024 IIHF Women’s Asia & Oceania Cup in Kyrgyzstan......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

US-Led Coalition Shoots Down 15 Yemen Rebel Drones, CENTCOM Says

Dubai, UAE - U.S. and allied forces shot down 15 one-way attack drones fired by Iran-backed Yemeni rebels into the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden on Saturday, the U.S. military said.Shortly afterwards, the rebels claimed the attack, saying they had fired missiles at an 'American' commercial ship and launched drones at U.S. warships in 'the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.'It was one of the Houthi's largest attacks sin.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

US-Led Coalition Shoots Down 15 Yemen Rebel Drones, CENTCOM Says

Dubai, UAE - U.S. and allied forces shot down 15 one-way attack drones fired by Iran-backed Yemeni rebels into the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden on Saturday, the U.S. military said.Shortly afterwards, the rebels claimed the attack, saying they had fired missiles at an 'American' commercial ship and launched drones at U.S. warships in 'the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.'It was one of the Houthi's largest attacks sin.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

At Least 2 Killed in Houthi Strike on Commercial Ship

pentagon - An anti-ship ballistic missile launched Wednesday from Houthi-controlled territory in Yemen killed two crew members on a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Aden, media reports said. It was the first fatal strike by Iran-backed Houthi militants since the onslaught on international shipping lanes began in mid-November.Three defense officials, who spoke to VOA on condition of anonymity, said the Houthi mis.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024