Philippines protests four-month South China Sea fishing banFilipino fisherman drying squid on their fishing boat while a Chinese coast guard ship monitors near the China-controlled Scarborough Shoal, in disputed waters of the South China Sea. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has protested China’s unilateral imposition of a four-month fishing ban in the South China Sea, which includes waters the country claims as its own, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Monday. It also urged Beijing to comply with its obligations under international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and adhere to its commitments under the 2002 Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea. Last week, Marcos called China’s directive to detain foreigners entering disputed areas in the South China Sea “completely unacceptable to the Philippines.” The Philippine Coast Guard dismissed the move as an “empty threat” to deter civilian missions. China asserts sweeping claims over the South China Sea, brushing off rival claims by the Philippines and other countries, and dismissing an international ruling rejecting its territorial basis.

MANILA, Philippines — Five people were reported dead due to Typhoon Aghon (international name: Ewiniar), the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said on Monday. Of these fatalities, OCD said four were from Calabarzon and the other one was from Northern Mindanao. Aghon tore off roofs, uprooted trees, toppled concrete electric posts, wiped out crops and flooded villages, particularly in Quezon province. These provinces are Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Isabela, Aurora, Quezon and Camarines Norte. Aghon may exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Wednesday afternoon or evening as a typhoon.

KORONADAL CITY – Four persons were killed and another one was wounded when a man with an assault rifle barged inside a residential compound in South Cotabato Sunday night and shot the victims who were having a drinking binge, police said. Major Erika Vallejo, acting municipal police chief, said the unidentified attacker arrived inside the residential compound of Marlon Yuarata in Barangay Dumadalig, Tantangan town and without provocation opened fire on the victims, using a 5.56 mm assault rifle..ADVERTISEMENTRelatives identified those killed as Jerry Yuarata, Ronald Vallespin, Argie Villaronte and Marco Combiz, all farmers and residents of Purok 5 Luayon, Barangay Dumadalig, Vallejo said. Freddie Tabamo, another farmer, was wounded. The victims were drinking, enjoying the night singing videoke when they were attacked. Scene of the crime operatives recovered 37 empty shells of an 5.56mm rifle at the crime scene.

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The famous manga icon Doraemon has graced Tuen Mun Siu Hong Station of the Light Rail Line, while three special trains featuring the character's design will run on the Light Rail Line, East Rail Line, and Airport Express. The doors of the trains with Doraemon livery were painted pink as the Doraemon tool "Anywhere Door." The front and rear of the train also have bells and a tail symbolizing Doraemon. Citizens gathered at Siu Hong Station on Monday to take photos with the specially-themed train. Tse, who came with a Doraemon doll and balloons, said she was happy to see Hong Kong filled with Doraemons.

File PhotoFIFA and UEFA "abused their dominant position" and "prevented free competition" by opposing the creation of a European Super League, a Spanish court said Monday. The ruling echoed an earlier one by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) which ordered the two governing bodies "to halt anti-competitive behaviour". The court said FIFA and UEFA had imposed "unjustified and disproportionate restrictions" on free competition within the market, in a case filed by the promoters of the Super League. "This ruling does not mean that the so-called 'Super League' has been approved or validated," said UEFA in response to the ECJ ruling. "The judgement is not final, nor does it bring anything new of significance," said La Liga chief Javier Tebas, firmly opposed to the Super League project.

Eya Laure says Alas Pilipinas will have more tricks up its sleeves once the national women's volleyball team built more chemistry in the AVC Challenge Cup for Women. Laure fired 15 points against Taiwan as the semifinals-bound Alas sweep Pool A, 4-0, at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum on Sunday, May 26. Video by Nicole Anne D.G.

WATCH: Chelsea Manalo's first reaction after winning Miss Universe Philippines 2024MANILA, Philippines — Bulacan's Chelsea Manalo shared what first came to her mind when she was announced as the new Miss Universe Philippines winner. In an interview with the media following her coronation, Chelsea recalled what's on her mind upon hearing her name winning the prestigious pageant. I'm Miss Universe Philippines 2024. That's what kept running in my head because it really couldn't sink it in," she said. — Video by C. Mendez Legaspi

FRANKFURT, Germany — Finance officials from the Group of Seven (G7) rich democracies said they had moved toward agreement on a US proposal to squeeze more money for Ukraine from Russian assets frozen in their countries. Finance ministers and central bank governors pose for the family picture at the G7 Finance Ministers Meeting in Stresa, northern Italy, on May 24, 2024. Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko joined the finance ministers and central bank heads at their concluding session on Saturday. He said the G7 ministers "are working very hard to find a reliable construction for Ukraine." Russia has published a decree from President Vladimir Putin allowing the confiscation of assets of US companies and individuals as compensation for any Russian assets seized in the United States.

The 53-year-old wife and 12-year-old daughter were conscious when they were taken to Queen Mary Hospital in Pok Fu Lam. Officers were called to the family's home on 72 Peel Street at about 5am by the eldest daughter, saying her parents were having a dispute over relationship issues. The daughter's head, back and fingers were wounded when trying to protect her mother. The eldest daughter was helping in the investigation. He said he felt sad about the incident and said he immediately contacted the eldest daughter, who is now being looked after by relatives.

More importantly, Vietnam also has valuable rare earth resources estimated at 20 million tons with a value of $3 trillion. In fact, Indonesia’s nickel export ban has already resulted in Chinese investments in the country in nickel processing plants. Estimates of Indonesia’s nickel ore production for this year is at 1.99 million metric tons, six times more than the Philippines’ projected output. Of course, there is the strong likelihood that if the Philippines really wants to attract investors to put up a nickel processing plant, Chinese firms would still be the most interested. The recent China military maneuvers around Taiwan last week clearly showed that China can easily choke off the Taiwan supply chain.

'Aghon' injures 4 in Bicol, affects over 2,700 peopleThe Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Bicol Field Office provided hot meals to 2,313 stranded passengers at the various ports of the region today, May 25, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — Four individuals in Bicol region were reportedly injured, and over 2,700 people were affected by Tropical Storm Aghon, the country's disaster agency said on Sunday. Of the affected population, 523 people sought temporary shelter in evacuation centers, while 2,146 people stayed with their relatives. The NDRRMC reported that Aghon has affected three airports in Bicol region and 48 seaports across the country. Aghon, the country's first cyclone this year, continues to bring heavy rain and strong winds to parts of Luzon on Sunday.

Born and raised in Las Piñas City, Mark Rola had to overcome numerous challenges to complete his studies. Graduating from the Technological University of the Philippines, Rola obtained two diplomas – Bachelor of Technology with a Major in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Industrial Management After completing his education, Rola started a modest business specializing in aluminum and glass products. Get the latest newsdelivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy

People look at the burnt building of a baby care center in New Delhi, India, Sunday, May 26, 2024. "Legal action is being taken against the owner of the hospital," Choudhary said. He did not give further details on how the children died. The fire broke out late Saturday in the New Born Baby Care hospital in Delhi's Vivek Vihar area. Delhi Fire Department Director Atul Garg said 14 fire trucks were sent to battle the blaze, he told the Press Trust of India (PTI) news agency.

CAMP SIONGCO, MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE — The military launched on Saturday dawn air and ground assaults against suspected Dawlah Islamiyah terrorists in the marshland of Maguindanao del Sur. ADVERTISEMENT“May binobomba, sabi ko sa misis ko, kaya’t bakwit kami agad,” Tanto told the Inquirer in an interview. “Air strikes have stopped but the residents still refuse to return home,” Sandigan said. Lt. Col. Roden Orbon, speaking for the Army’s 6th Infantry Division, confirmed the air strikes but stressed these movements were far away from communities. ADVERTISEMENT“The operation is in response to the reports of the people in the communities regarding the presence of local terrorist groups in the area,” he said.