Day: January 3, 2026
Firecracker injuries in Region 1 reach 29
Firecracker-related injuries in Region 1 climbed to 29 after a surge of patients rushed to the Region 1 Medical Center (R1MC) during New Year celebrations, hospital officials said.
Health officials warn vs food poisoning from reheated leftovers
As families continue to consume leftovers from New Year celebrations, health authorities in Pangasinan warned the public against reheating stored food repeatedly, saying it could lead to food poisoning.
Negros Occidental records over 260 road mishaps
The Province of Negros Occidental logged at least 261 cases of road accidents from December 24 to 31, 2025; four died.
UN chief deeply concerned over Israel’s suspension of NGOs
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is deeply concerned by Israel’s announcement of a suspension of the operations of several international non-governmental organizations in occupied Palestinian territory and called for the measure to be reversed, according to a statement on Friday.
China taxes condoms, contraceptive drugs in bid to spur birth rate
HONG KONG – China removed a three-decade-old tax exemption on contraceptive drugs and devices from January 1 in new steps to spur a flagging birth rate.
Police seek suspect after dentist and wife found shot dead at home while 2 young children are unharmed
Columbus dentist Spencer Tepe and wife Monique found shot dead in their home just weeks before their fifth wedding anniversary. Two children unharmed.
McDonald’s customer caught on camera launching flying kick at employee during heated brawl
Shocking footage shows customer launching flying kick at McDonald’s employee during heated fight at Brazil location. Viral video captures chaotic scene.
New York Republicans call for independent fraud investigation following Minnesota revelations
After SBA’s suspension of 6,900 Minnesota borrowers over suspected fraud, New York senators called for an independent audit of state programs to protect taxpayers.
Swiss nightclub promoted flaming bottle stunts before deadly inferno in packed New Year’s Eve venue
New Year’s Eve nightclub fire in Swiss resort Crans-Montana kills 40, injures 119. Witnesses say bartender carried lit sparkler near wooden ceiling before flames erupted.
Jerry Jones addresses Micah Parsons’ latest criticism amid lingering tension after Cowboys split
Micah Parsons defended his reaction to Cowboys coach Matt Eberflus’ remarks, citing comments from owner Jerry Jones after the star pass rusher’s blockbuster trade.
