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Blocked by censors, China's animal lovers take fight against abuse offline and overseas

The killing of a dog and her puppies in Guangdong has sparked outrage inside and outside the country.

River levels approach all-time low as drought announcement looms

An announcement is expected from NRW as some river levels are reported to be nearing all-time lows.

Pain is part of her everyday life. But at 25, she’s fighting to do more than just ‘trying to survive’

'The spark that starts a fire': Why anonymous tip-offs matter in Singapore's fight against corruption

Last year, about 35 per cent of corruption-related reports received by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau were anonymous, while nearly a quarter of investigations stemmed from anonymous tip-offs.

This is the Daily Gospel for July 23, 2026, which is the Thursday of the Sixteenth week in Ordinary Time

READ MORE: Daily Gospel, July 21, 2026 Daily Gospel, July 20, 2026 This is the Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew 13, 10-17. The disciples approached Jesus and said, “Why do you speak […]... Keep on reading: Daily…

Commentary: Should testosterone be in the US military's playbook?

The US administration sees scientific evidence as an optional, flexible handmaid to the more vital business of masculinity, says this science commentator for the Financial Times.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, July 23, 2026

Guelaguetza, Oaxaca’s world renowned ethnic festival, gets underway

A packed house of more than 11,000 people was on hand Monday for the opening of the 94th edition of Oaxaca’s famous Guelaguetza festival. The first Monday on the Hill kicked off what is widely considered Latin America’s largest ethnic…

Prince George turns 13: William and Kate share new photo and beach video ahead of Eton debut

Prince George has officially entered his teenage years. Prince William and Kate Middleton marked their eldest son's 13th birthday by sharing a new portrait and a heartwarming video on social media, celebrating the milestone just weeks…

Dole: Minimal disruptions over P85 pay hike in Metro

MANILA, Philippines — Labor Secretary Francisco Tolentino on Wednesday allayed fears the P85 daily wage increase in Metro Manila would spark “unintended consequences,” saying it will benefit more than it will disrupt the employment of…

PH looks to Singapore for flood solutions

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is looking to adopt Singapore’s flood management technologies and best practices as it seeks to address the impact of disasters, according to a Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) official…

Winners of the 2026 Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards

MANILA, Philippines — The Inquirer Group of Companies recognized the winners of the 2026 Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards at a ceremony at the Sheraton Manila Hotel last night, July 22. Now in its second year, the Awards celebrated 30…