The Philippines is home to thousands of islands, yet one stands out above the rest. Situated in the western region of the archipelago, bordering the West Philippine Sea, lies a long stretch of land home to dazzling beaches, lush mountains, and welcoming locals: the island of Palawan. Known as the "Last Ecological Frontier" of the Philippines and home to one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, the Underground River, Palawan offers an unforgettable experience. Here are just a few r

By embracing the hardest moments of life, the founder of SOULution Therapy discovered that true healing—and true business success—starts with the courage to rebuild. In a business world that often prioritizes speed, scalability, and the bottom line, the story of Karen Whelan stands out as a testament to the power of the human spirit. Her practice, SOULution Therapy, was born not in a boardroom, but in the crucible of lived experience. Blending the rigor of psychotherapy with

The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globe Awards were announced this morning, and the gritty World War II drama One Battle After Another has emerged as the clear frontrunner. The film, directed by Christopher Nolan, secured a staggering 12 nominations, including Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director, and acting nods for its entire ensemble cast. The overwhelming support for the film signals a shift back toward traditional, large-scale cinema in the eyes of the Hollywood

In a collision of worlds that has set social media ablaze, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and American pop superstar Katy Perry have officially confirmed they are dating. The confirmation came via a coordinated Instagram post on Monday evening, following months of speculation, blurry paparazzi photos, and hushed rumors about the pair’s quiet meet-ups in various global cities. The post, shared to Perry’s 200 million followers, features a candid, sun-drenched selfie of

Facing growing unrest in the American heartland, President Trump announced a new $12 billion support package for US farmers today. The aid comes as the administration ramps up tariff threats against multiple trading partners, including India and Canada, which have led to retaliatory fears and falling commodity prices. The package is designed to be a "liquidity bridge" for farmers caught in the crossfire of the President’s aggressive trade policies. During a roundtable at the

The battle for the future of Hollywood took a dramatic and aggressive turn today as Paramount Global launched a hostile $108.4 billion takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). The move is a direct challenge to Netflix, which had announced an $83 billion merger deal with WBD just days prior. Paramount’s surprise offer has thrown the media industry into chaos and set the stage for one of the largest bidding wars in entertainment history. Paramount is pitching its offer as

The US Supreme Court appeared ready on Monday to hand the Trump administration a significant legal victory that could fundamentally reshape the structure of the federal government. During oral arguments regarding the President's firing of a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) member, the court’s conservative majority signaled strong support for the "unitary executive" theory, which posits that the President should have the power to remove the heads of independent agencies at will.

In a major breakthrough for one of the most lingering mysteries of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced today the arrest of a suspect in connection with the pipe bombs placed outside the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters. The Justice Department identified the suspect as Brian Cole Jr., who was taken into custody following a reinvigorated investigation that utilized advanced forensic analysis and new tips from the publ

An Interview with the CEO of Lifeology AZ, Inc., on Turning Trauma into Transformative Leadership In a landscape often defined by bureaucracy and short-term fixes, Lifeology AZ, Inc . , is not just running a shelter—it is building a blueprint for systemic, generational change. At the helm is CEO and Co-Founder Zaneta Alexander , whose journey into youth advocacy wasn't a career path, but a deeply personal commitment forged by lived experience. We spoke with Alexander about th

In Paris, President Emmanuel Macron announced France will form a joint panel with the Palestinian Authority  to draft a new constitution for Palestine, following growing international recognition of Palestinian statehood.

A car explosion near the historic Red Fort in Delhi killed 13 people  and injured more than 20. Authorities have invoked terrorism laws and tightened security across the capital.

After 43 days , the longest government shutdown in U.S. history may end today as the House reconvenes to vote on a Senate-passed funding bill.