Day: December 19, 2025
US congress approves $2.5-B security aid for PH
The United States Senate has passed a bill allocating $2.5 billion or about P146.4 trillion worth of security assistance to the Philippines, which will now be sent to President Donald Trump to be signed into law.
ICI calls for probe on Cabral”s death
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure on Friday called for a thorough investigation into the untimely death of former Department of Public Works and Highways undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral, who was a key figure in the flood control scandal.
Sarah, Curlee Discaya brought to DOJ for tax evasion preliminary probe
Embattled contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya were separately brought to the Department of Justice Friday morning.
Minneapolis police chief blasts ICE after agent seen dragging woman through street, kneeling on her back
Minneapolis’ police chief condemns “disturbing” incident where an ICE agent was caught on video kneeling on pregnant woman’s back and dragging her through the street.
Secret phrases to get you past AI bot customer service
Tired of AI customer service loops? These insider tricks help you escape “frustration AI” and get real human help when you need it most for urgent issues.
Claudio Manuel Neves-Valente identified as Brown University shooting suspect, found dead
Authorities identified the Brown University shooting suspect as Claudio Manuel Neves-Valente. Two students were killed and nine were injured in the campus attack.
Sylvester Stallone breaks down over painful Oscar night memory despite monumental ‘Rocky’ success
Sylvester Stallone opens up about his parents missing his Oscar win for “Rocky” and reflects on receiving a Kennedy Center honor at age 79 this year.
Nets honor Australia Hanukkah attack victims, light menorah during game
The Brooklyn Nets honored the victims of the Australia Hanukkah victims, and lit a menorah during their game against the Miami Heat on Thursday night.
Trump quietly signs sweeping $901B defense bill after bipartisan Senate passage
Trump approves massive defense bill with $800 million for Ukraine and restrictions on reducing U.S. forces in Europe and South Korea below specified levels.
Justice Department prepares to drop trove of Epstein files as deadline looms
The DOJ is preparing a massive release of Jeffrey Epstein records by Friday, though large portions may be redacted under Epstein Files Transparency Act provisions.
