Philippine community journalism is fighting to survive. Pia Ranada, a Marshall McLuhan fellow and Community Lead for the online news site Rappler, describes modern journalism as a struggle against algorithms that make credible news less visible. “Journalism thrives in connection and cultivates connection. If you’re self-absorbed, you don’t care; but once you watch the news, …
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The director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, has announced his resignation, saying he “ cannot in good conscience” back the Trump administration’s war in Iran. Kent said on social media that Iran “posed no imminent threat to our nation, and it is clear that we started this war due to pressure from Israel …
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NEW YORK (AP) — Iranian American Ariana Afshar has tried to produce commentary about the first weeks of the war in the Middle East based on the perspectives of people in Iran. But the New York-based social media creator keeps running into an obstacle: An internet blackout imposed by the government in Tehran has stifled almost all communications …
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In celebration of National Women’s Month, the Department of Health – Ilocos Region, led by the regional cancer control program, reinforced its commitment to women’s health by turning over a Thermal Ablation Machine to the OB-GYN Department of Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center. The equipment will enhance the hospital’s capability to provide early treatment …
DAGUPAN CITY, Pangasinan — The Department of Health (DOH) – Ilocos Region and the City Government of Dagupan formalized a series of strategic partnerships that mark a major milestone in strengthening healthcare services for Dagupeño families during a grand ceremonial event attended by regional and local health leaders, aim to enhance maternal and child healthcare, …
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The House of Representatives moved closer to granting the president emergency authority to lower fuel costs after approving a consolidated measure on second reading Wednesday, a move hailed by Benguet Rep. Eric Go Yap as a vital step toward protecting consumers from global price shocks. House Bill 8418, titled “An Act authorizing the President to …
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NEW YORK (AP) — As the price of crude oil surpassed $110 a barrel Monday, reaching heights not seen since 2022, consumers were feeling the effects of the Iran war and its damage to worldwide energy production. Gasoline prices are climbing, and many people will find some of the most immediate economic pain at the pump. But you don’t have to …
TORONTO (AP) — Canadian police are investigating after the United States consulate in downtown Toronto was hit by gunfire early on Tuesday morning. Nobody was injured. Royal Canadian Mounted Police Chief Superintendent Chris Leather called it a national security incident and said the national police force is working with Toronto police to understand the motive. …
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JUBA, South Sudan (AP) — The United Nations Mission in South Sudan said Monday that it would not comply with a government order to shut down its base in Akobo, an opposition stronghold near the Ethiopian border where tens of thousands of refugees have fled. On Friday, the South Sudanese army ordered U.N. peacekeepers as well as …
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans are divided along party lines on U.S. military action against Iran, according to polls conducted since the war began, with most polls showing opposition is higher than support. Polls suggest that many Americans are worried the military action is making the U.S. “less safe,” even as they see Iran as a …
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