El Niño 2026 has flipped from long‑shot to likely once‑in‑a‑generation event, NOAA and WMO warn. Here is how the new forecast could reshape this winter and food prices.
Emmanuel Morilla
Jul 16, 2026
Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended a World Cup watch party at Rikers Island, highlighting the contrast between celebration and the jail's unconstitutional conditions as reported by a federal overseer.
Christelle May Napiza
Jul 16, 2026
Sadiq Khan, London Mayor, has been nominated for a life peerage, allowing him to serve as both mayor and Labour Lord, sparking debate on House of Lords reform.
Francis Louie C. Añiga
Jul 16, 2026
Conservative journalist Savanah Hernandez wins a legal battle against the Ostroushko family, who face federal charges for assaulting her. The family's restraining orders were dismissed, highlighting ongoing legal tensions.
Aiza Moraña
Jul 16, 2026
Indiana Senator Jim Banks has introduced a bill to end birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants, following a Supreme Court ruling against a similar attempt by Donald Trump.
Bernadette B. Tixon
Jul 16, 2026
BlackRock found 46% of US voters lack confidence in retirement savings, while one-third have no personal retirement funds.
Dani Oh
Jul 16, 2026
US Vice President JD Vance claims Jeffrey Epstein had connections to American and Israeli intelligence, sparking debate over his alleged deep state ties during a Joe Rogan podcast interview.
Aiza Moraña
Jul 16, 2026
Sara Netanyahu's lifetime security request sparks controversy after Hebrew media reports alleged political pressure preceded approval for extended protection for her and her sons.
Audrey Liza M. Nolasco
Jul 16, 2026
Trump shared a video calling for the criminalisation and deportation of Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani, sparking fresh controversy. Here's what the video actually says.
Audrey Liza M. Nolasco
Jul 16, 2026
Marco Rubio warns of a rising threat from far-left extremism, linking it to Iran and Cuba, and calls for global counterterrorism efforts.
Terence Repelente
Jul 16, 2026
An ancient banned Bible text, the Book of Enoch, is fuelling new debate as its Antichrist prophecy about corrupt 'kings and the mighty' is being read against today's wealth‑driven power structures.
Welbert Bauyaban
Jul 16, 2026
The Trump administration is considering forcing some green‑card applicants abroad to post bonds of around $100,000, in a move critics say would turn US immigration into a 'pay‑to‑play' system.
Briane Nebria
Jul 16, 2026
Trump's federal grants proposal could give political appointees greater control over $1.1 trillion in funding, prompting scientists to warn of risks to US research and innovation.
Audrey Liza M. Nolasco
Jul 16, 2026
The US military's new testosterone screening policy for troops has drawn criticism from medical experts and Democrats, who argue it lacks clear medical justification and may be politically motivated.
Terence Repelente
Jul 16, 2026
The Trump administration's threat to withhold federal funding from cities not complying with ICE directives endangers public safety services, prompting legal battles.
Nica Marie Virtudazo
Jul 16, 2026
Torrential rains in Texas have forced evacuations and rescues, highlighting ongoing flood risks a year after a deadly disaster. Emergency measures are in place as communities brace for more rain.
Glory Moralidad
Jul 16, 2026
Why did Trump fire Roger Rogoff? Discover why Seattle's newly sworn-in US attorney was ousted within an hour, and how the unprecedented move sparked a legal battle.
Audrey Liza M. Nolasco
Jul 16, 2026
Toronto experienced a dramatic air quality decline, becoming the world's most polluted city due to wildfire smoke. The crisis highlighted the growing threat of wildfires amid climate change.
Brian Yalung
Jul 16, 2026
Donald Trump's meeting with Iraq's Prime Minister was overshadowed by social media criticism of the Oval Office's increasingly gold decor, diverting attention from discussions to interior design.
Glory Moralidad
Jul 16, 2026
JD Vance faced online ridicule after suggesting Joe Biden's staff made him eat ice cream suggestively during a Joe Rogan podcast, sparking memes and jokes about Vance's interpretation.
Terence Repelente
Jul 16, 2026
JD Vance's frequent helicopter trips for family outings, including house hunting and golf lessons, have strained Secret Service resources, causing frustration among agents and raising taxpayer cost concerns.
Nica Marie Virtudazo
Jul 16, 2026
A Florida retiree received a licence plate with an unintended racy message, sparking laughter and debate in her community. Despite initial shock, she considers keeping it due to overwhelming support.
Chelsie Napiza
Jul 16, 2026
Dense Canada wildfire smoke is shrouding cities from Minnesota to New York City, with air quality plunging into unhealthy and even hazardous territory as a heat dome traps pollution near the ground.
Briane Nebria
Jul 16, 2026
Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins faces controversy as his son-in-law, a White nationalist influencer, is linked to his campaign, raising questions about his political and personal affiliations.
Nica Marie Virtudazo
Jul 16, 2026
Donald Trump has moved to shut down conspiracy theories over Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death after a Ukraine trip, backing the medical examiner's finding of a heart‑related cause.
Briane Nebria
Jul 16, 2026
A doctor on a political podcast expressed concerns about Donald Trump's health, citing speech and movement issues. The claims are based on observation, not official medical reports.
Crisnel Longino
Jul 16, 2026
A viral social media post alleges secret same-sex encounters by Senator Lindsey Graham, sparking debate over political hypocrisy and the ethics of sharing unverified claims online.
Crisnel Longino
Jul 16, 2026
A new NWLC poll finds 42% of US adults feel worse off under Trump, with 74% of women worried about gas and groceries as real pay remains flat.
Stephanie Cruz
Jul 16, 2026
The Social Security 2100 Act aims to boost retirement benefits above the poverty line, despite congressional challenges. Learn its potential impact on millions of older Americans and Social Security's future.
Ma. Kyla Morco
Jul 16, 2026
China's new regulations banning AI companions have led to widespread emotional distress, as users scramble to save their digital interactions before losing their virtual partners forever.
Vinay Patel
Jul 16, 2026