US defends 'robust' COP28 team despite Biden snub
WASHINGTON, United States — The White House said on Monday a "robust" US delegation would attend a key UN climate summit in Dubai despite the fact that President Joe Biden is planning to miss it.
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White House: Philippine seafarer killed in Houthi attack
MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino seafarer of bulk cargo carrier M/V Tutor was killed when Yemeni Houthi rebels attacked the vessel last week, the White House confirmed on Monday, as it called the action “terrorism.”
Celtics on cusp of NBA Finals sweep
MANILA, Philippines — The Boston Celtics are one win away from taking home the NBA championship.
PH a sanctuary for refugees – Remulla
JUSTICE Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla yesterday said the Philippines will remain a sanctuary for refugees who seek safety and protection away from their homeland.
Celtics sweep Pacers for East crown
WASHINGTON – The Boston Celtics clinched the Eastern Conference championship on Monday with a 105-102 win over the Indiana Pacers, sweeping the series 4-0 and booking a spot in the NBA Finals.
'Unhinged,' 'crooked': Trump and Biden trade campaign trail barbs
ATLANTA, United States — Donald Trump used an expletive to attack Joe Biden during an address to an influential gun group Saturday, while the incumbent president warned in the crucial swing state of Georgia that his "unhinged" challenger is a threat to US democracy.
'Ready to rumble': Biden, Trump agree to two election debates
WASHINGTON, United States — US President Joe Biden and Donald Trump agreed Wednesday to hold election debates in June and September, with the rivals trading barbs about their first on-stage meetings in nearly four years.
Celtics rout Cavs to take NBA playoff series opener
LOS ANGELES – Jaylen Brown and Derrick White combined for 57 points as the Boston Celtics scored a dominant 120-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers to take a 1-0 lead in their best-of-seven NBA playoff series on Tuesday (Wednesday Manila time).
Biden, Netanyahu review hostage-release talks in new call — White House
WASHINGTON, United States — US President Joe Biden spoke with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by phone Sunday and "reviewed ongoing talks" to free hostages taken by Hamas during their October 7 attack on Israel, the White House said.