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Hurricane Trudy brings heavy rain and strong winds to Mexico’s Pacific coast

MIAMI — Hurricane Trudy lashed parts of Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds Sunday as the U.S. National Hurricane Center warned of potentially life-threatening flooding and mudslides. A hurricane warning remained in effect from Manzanillo in Colima state to Cabo Corrientes in Jalisco. The latest NHC data showed the Category 2 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 kph) moving northwest off Mexico’s Pacific coast at 10 mph (17 kph). Meanwhile,

Spyre Therapeutics Announces Clinical and Preclinical Data Presentations at United European Gastroenterology Week (UEGW) 2026

WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Spyre Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: SYRE), a clinical-stage biotechnology company committed to developing next-generation therapies that elevate the standard in immunology by delivering more complete disease control, greater durability, and a simpler treatment experience for patients, today announced presentations at United European Gastroenterology Week (UEGW) 2026 in Barcelona. The presentations include the first scientific congress presentation

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French police arrest 1,800 after violent clashes and looting mar protests

PARIS — Police arrested at least 1,800 people across France after violent groups clashed with officers and looted shops during nationwide demonstrations that drew hundreds of thousands who denounced rising living costs and poor conditions in schools. Authorities said masked groups on Saturday set fires and attacked public buildings, including city halls, in several cities. In Limoges, a city in central France, flames engulfed the 19th-century City Hall, causing its roof to collapse. Haute-

Comelec to start printing ballots for Naga plebiscite, Batanes polls

MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will start on Monday the printing of ballots for the plebiscite in Naga City and the special election in Batanes. "Accredited citizens' arms, stakeholders, and members of the media are invited to witness and observe the activity as part of the Commission's commitment to transparency and electoral integrity," the Comelec said. The ballots will be printed at the National Printing Office in Quezon City. The printing of ballots will b

Pagasa likely to raise wind signals in Luzon, Bicol due to super typhoon

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said wind signals may be raised in parts of northern Luzon and the eastern part of Bicol on Monday evening or Tuesday morning because of Super Typhoon Champi. Pagasa said on Sunday that "Champi" was spotted 2,000 kilometers east of southeastern Luzon as of 4 p.m. and was moving westward at 20 kilometers per hour (km/h) with maximum sustained winds of 185 km/h near the center and

China holds dialogue ahead of APEC meetings

SHENZHEN — As China prepares to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings, a high-level dialogue was held here to focus on the priority areas for cooperation between China and APEC member countries. The dialogue, organized by the Shenzhen Research Institute of Renmin University of China (RUC), featured discussions on China's modernization, integration among Asia-Pacific economies, and artificial intelligence. The APEC summit is set to be held here on November 18-19, 2026.

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Defense reporters denounce China’s remarks vs Filipino journalists

MANILA, Philippines — Journalists covering the defense department and Armed Forces of the Philippines who witnessed Chinese aggression against Filipinos in the West Philippine Sea took a stand against the statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in Manila which maligned members of the media. “The Defense Press Corps of the Philippines (DPC) takes exception to the statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in Manila, which claims that Filipino reporters have limited comprehension, exagger

Crab2B Makes AsiaWorld-Expo Debut, Connecting Hong Kong's Mobile Wholesalers with Global Buyers

HONG KONG, Oct. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Crab2B, a pioneering B2B trading platform dedicated to mobile devices and digital products, will make its debut at the HKICEC Global Mobile Exchange Pavilion during the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows, opening at AsiaWorld-Expo on October 18, 2026. Chairperson Starry Lee shakes hands with Crab2B CEO Luo Yaohong Hong Kong has long been a major hub for electronics wholesale trade, but buyers still often rely on fragmented channels to identify suppliers. Crab

PH para athletes aim high against Asia’s best

MANILA, Philippines — With modest expectations and hopeful hearts, Team Philippines braces for tougher challenges in the super-strong field of the 5th Asian Para Games, which will open on Sunday night under the bright lights of the Paloma Mizuho Sports Park in Nagoya, Japan. Around 5,000 Japanese and foreign guests, athletes, coaches, sports officials, and media attended the festivities, which gave spectators a piece of Japanese history that officially ushered in this eight-day event that

Ramos brings int’l breakthrough, renewed confidence to ICTSI South Pacific battle

MANILA, Philippines — One international breakthrough has given Sean Ramos renewed belief – and the confidence that he can turn his resurgence into another title run on the Philippine Golf Tour. Coming off a victory on the Asian Development Tour in Egypt last month that secured his return to the Asian Tour in 2027, Ramos brings a sharper game, valuable international experience and a growing sense of maturity to the ICTSI South Pacific Championship, which gets under way Tuesday (Oct. 2

VP Sara denies owning Jollibee franchise

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte over the weekend denied owning a Jollibee franchise or any other franchises. In a statement released on October 17, Duterte insisted her investment is with a legitimate business organization owned and operated by individuals with an established reputation for integrity and good standing. “A basic level of research and due diligence should make this clear. Investing in a company does not automatically equate to owning the company itsel

Japan to launch historic round-trip mission to Mars moon

TOKYO — Japanese scientists are readying a mission to Mars's moons to retrieve samples that could help unlock the origins of the Solar System and life on Earth, in what aims to be the first round trip to the Martian region. The unmanned Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) probe, a collaboration with US and European space agencies as well as numerous universities and tech companies, could also help lay the groundwork for eventual human exploration. The flagship H3 rocket carrying the MMX is set

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U-topia Launches Public Beta as Global Builders Gather for U-Hackathon

Financial technology company opens its app in more than 50 countries during FLOW Summit as 500-plus builders develop AI and Web3 products Bangkok, Thailand, Oct. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U-topia, a financial technology company building a self-custody app for everyday money movement, has opened its public beta in more than 50 countries. The company announced the launch at FLOW Summit 2026, held Oct. 15-16 at Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok, five years after U-topia was founded. More than 700 people a

Canton Fair Buyers Alliance Launched as the 140th Edition Opens

GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 15, the Canton Fair Buyers Alliance was officially launched at the Canton Fair Complex, marking a significant milestone as the fair celebrates the 70th anniversary of its founding. More than 140 overseas buyers attended the launch ceremony, highlighting the fair's enduring role as a bridge connecting global commerce with China's export sector. Speaking at the ceremony, Luís Vilariça, CEO of Joinco, Import & Export, Ltd., discussed his co

Bureau of Customs sells four Maseratis for P7M

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has accepted offers totaling ₱7.05 million for four Maserati Levante luxury sports utility vehicles (SUVs), but the sale still needs the approval of the Department of Finance (DOF) before the transaction can be finalized. Fast Car Traders Corp. submitted offers for two 2021 Maserati Levante Modena units and two 2021 Maserati Levante GT Hybrid vehicles, the BOC said on Saturday. The two Modena SUVs drew offers of ₱1.594 million and ₱1.601 mi

Gwyneth Paltrow puts her own spin on Filipino tortang talong

MANILA, Philippines — Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow has given the Filipino breakfast staple tortang talong her own twist, topping the eggplant-and-egg dish with garlicky turkey crumbles and serving it with banana ketchup from scratch. In an Instagram Reel, Paltrow showed herself preparing the familiar Filipino dish, from handling the roasted eggplant to adding the toppings that set her version apart from the traditional recipe. The finished dish featured a golden egg base topped with b

PAL's return to Saipan seen boosting tourism, Filipino travel

SAIPAN, Northern Marianas — The return of Philippine Airlines to Saipan is expected to benefit thousands of Filipinos living and working in the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) while opening new tourism markets for the US territory, a local tourism official said. Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA) board director Joe C. Guerrero said the Philippine flag carrier's return would do more than transport Filipino workers as its international network could help attract tourists from

Rockets' Kevin Durant, Suns owner Mat Ishbia spar on social media

PHOENIX — Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia had a spat on social media Saturday after Durant took issue with Ishbia's description of the 16-time All-Star's tenure with the Suns during a recent television interview. In an appearance on CNBC Sport, Ishbia said that he “threw money at the problem” when dealing for Durant in 2023 and that “bringing in super talented players like Kevin Durant doesn't necessarily lead to championships.&rdq

Fundora knocks out Hadribeaj to retain WBC superwelter crown

LAS VEGAS — Sebastian Fundora defeated Ermal Hadribeaj with a final-round knockout to retain his World Boxing Council super welterweight crown in Las Vegas on Saturday. The towering 6ft 6in (1.98m) Fundora used his height and reach advantages to dominate his Albanian opponent in an attritional 12-round contest. Fundora sealed victory just before the bell rang at the end of the 12th round, flooring Hadribeaj with a brutal left hand that sent his opponent sprawling. Earlier, Hadribeaj had ma