Two students were killed in a shooting at a high school in the southern Philippines on Tuesday, one of them the gunman, and the situation was now under control, officials said, in the second such incident in the country in less than two months.
The shooting took place at a school attached to the privately-run Ateneo de Zamboanga University in the city of Zamboanga, where the gunman brought a pistol and a rifle onto the school campus and fired at students inside the classroom, according to a preliminary police report.
At this year’s D23, Marvel released the first trailer of Vision Quest, a Disney + series that will revolve around Vision trying to find his “true self”.
When VisionQuest begins, Vision, rebooted and having escaped from those who sought to weaponize him, has been in hiding. Searching for new meaning, he consults the AI personas embedded in his programming, including F.R.I.D.A.Y., E.D.I.T.H., J.A.R.V.I.S., and the infamous Ultron. His discreet existence ends when a bounty placed on his head thrusts him on the run with Thomas Shepard, a mysterious boy who may be Vision’s son, reincarnate. As Vision evades capture, he must confront his nature, resist Ultron’s influence, and unravel the enigma that is his young companion if he’s to survive.
Checkout the trailer below.
Welcome home, Vision.
Loading….Marvel Television’s #VisionQuest, arriving October 14 only on Disney+.
Together with the trailer, Marvel also release the official poster for the series.
VisionQuest stars Paul Bettany, James Spader, Ruaridh Mollica, Todd Stashwick, T’Nia Miller, Lauren Morais, Orla Brady, Diane Morgan, Polly Frame, Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, with Emily Hampshire, and James D’Arcy. The series is directed by Christopher J. Byrne, Gandja Monteiro, Vincenzo Natali, Terry Matalas, and written by Terry Matalas, Cindy Appel, Christopher Monfette, Nicole Falsetti, and Matthew Okumura.
VisionQuest is the last of the trilogy of series that includes WandaVision and Agatha All Along. Both WandaVision and Agatha All Along are available in Disney +. VisionQuest will be on Disney+ starting October 14th.
The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion, a record-breaking price, multiple sources told ESPN.
The businessmen were involved in the expansion process in Las Vegas, but in a stunning turn, they pivoted to make an aggressive offer to buy the Lakers from Mark Walter, who purchased a controlling interest in the team from the Buss family last year for a then-record franchise valuation of approximately $10 billion.
Getting a $2.5 billion or a 25% net profit for just a year is not a bad business move. Then again, this is the Lakers franchise, who knows how much it will it worth a from now.
Josh Kushner is a founder and managing partner of the venture capital firm Thrive Capital, while Bob Iger is the former chief executive officer (CEO) of the Walt Disney Company.
The Indiana Fever secured their fourth consecutive victory on Tuesday night, defeating the Seattle Storm 105-95 to complete a regular-season sweep. In a spectacular showcase of offensive firepower, the Fever crossed the century mark for a league-record 12th time this season.
Indiana seized early control with a 37-20 first-quarter lead and weathered the push even after star center Aliyah Boston exited in the second quarter with a lower-leg injury.
Caitlin Clark was the undeniable driving force for Indiana. She masterfully orchestrated the offense, posting a team-high 32 points and seven assists. Clark was ruthlessly efficient, draining four three-pointers and shooting a perfect 10-for-10 from the free-throw line. Backcourt mate Kelsey Mitchell also shined with 28 points, marking her franchise-record 12th straight game scoring 20-plus points.
Despite the team suffering their seventh consecutive loss, Natisha Hiedeman was a spectacular bright spot for Seattle. Hiedeman put on a sensational shooting clinic to keep the Storm competitive, draining six three-pointers on her way to a career-high 33 points.
Ultimately, Hiedeman’s heroic individual effort wasn’t enough to overcome Indiana’s flawless execution at the charity stripe—where the Fever shot a remarkable 26-for-26—cementing another dominant road win.
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Indiana stays on the West Coast to finish out their road trip against the expansion Portland Fire on Friday, July 31. While Seattle hits the road immediately to launch an East Coast swing, opening with a matchup against the Atlanta Dream on Friday, July 31.
“Let me remind our friends and our detractors: Filipinos are a noble, kind, gracious, and great race. We are not greedy. We are not racists. We are not liars. We are respectful, and we are dignified. We are Filipinos, and we do not yield,”
The Ministry of Interior (represented by the General Directorate of Passports) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development have launched flexible residency services for domestic workers. Employers can now issue or renew permits for terms as short as three months and pay fees on a quarterly basis.
Previously, permit renewals were limited to one- or two-year terms. By allowing payments in three-month increments, this initiative provides employers with greater financial flexibility and aligns with ongoing efforts to modernize residency services through digital transformation.
Canon Inc. has closed its laser printer manufacturing plant in the Philippines, marking the Japanese electronics company’s exit from manufacturing operations in the country as global printing demand shrinks.
Canon Business Machines Philippines (CBMP) ceased operations at its Batangas facility on June 19, 2026.
As the title suggests, 1,400 employees will be losing their job, even though Canon Ph said “affected workers would receive severance packages and job-placement assistance.” it will still be different from what these 1,400 employees have been receiving from Canon.
via @dndphl, the official twitter/X account of Department of National Defense;
July 16, 2026
The post of China Daily depicting the Filipinos as monkeys, is a revealing insight into what the Chinese communist apparatus thinks of the Filipino people.
This mockery of the lawful 2016 Arbitral Award and the video’s glorification of violence against the Filipino people and soldiers expose the moral and intellectual bankruptcy of China’s propaganda machine.
Such contemptible propaganda is a disgrace to any State that claims to exercise responsible regional leadership. It reveals the weakness of a government that resorts to racism, threats, and manufactured hatred because it has utterly failed to defend its ridiculous claims through reason, evidence, or law.
We are justified in our policy of no Ministerial or AFP defense engagements or contacts with the CCP or any of its agencies.
The recent spate of schizophrenic behavior of the Chinese Communist Party is too clear to disregard or to ignore. This latest act of dehumanization further reveals them as neither a secure and confident actor nor a trustworthy neighbor.
Pilipinas huwag magpalinlang! Ang nalilinlang ay nasisiil.
Sec. Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr.
Department of National Defense
This is outright racism and an open mockery of international law — portraying the Philippines as a monkey and dismissing the Arbitral Award as nothing more than a script written by the US and Japan. pic.twitter.com/zXZ8MptzIu
A 58-second video by China Daily depicting a monkey singing “wrong lyrics” about the 2016 South China Sea ruling has drawn fierce criticism. In the clip, a whale brands the monkey “ocean garbage.” Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Jay Tarriela sharply rejected the caricature, stating, “We are not monkeys,” and pointing out China’s history of complaining about similar depictions.
The video was released on the 10th anniversary of the Permanent Court of Arbitration’s landmark ruling, which rejected Beijing’s “nine-dash line” claims. That same week, the Philippines and 13 other nations reaffirmed the binding nature of the 2016 decision, calling for peaceful resolutions to ongoing tensions like vessel blockades.
A “historic” ₱85 daily wage adjustment—announced by Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino on June 30, 2026—stands as the highest recorded single wage increase approved by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in the National Capital Region (NCR).
In DOLE’s announcement, “Upon Wage Order No. NCR-27, minimum wage earners in NCR shall receive a daily wage of PHP 780 for non-agriculture sectors, while PHP 743 for agriculture (plantation and non-plantation); service/retail establishments employing 15 workers or less; and manufacturing establishments regularly employing fewer than 10 workers. The increase will be delivered in two tranches: P60 upon the Wage Order’s effectivity on July 19, 2026, and an additional P25 on January 20, 2027.”
Roughly 1.1 million minimum wage earners in Metro Manila will see an immediate bump in their take-home pay. Additionally, an estimated 1.9 million full-time workers earning just above the baseline are expected to benefit from “wage distortion” adjustments—the corrections companies make to maintain a fair pay gap between job levels.
While DOLE and certain business groups accepted the compromise, labor groups note that even ₱780 falls significantly short of the living wage required to support a family in Metro Manila. Consequently, some lawmakers continue to push for a legislated nationwide wage hike of ₱100 to ₱200 to address inflation outside the capital region.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced that beginning June 25, 2026, qualified Filipino travelers can secure a visa upon arrival in the UAE.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must hold a valid Philippine passport.
Must possess a valid visa, residence permit, or Green Card from any of the following: United States, EU member states, Australia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Canada, or New Zealand.
Visa options and fees:
14-Day Visa: AED 100 (Can be extended for an additional 14 days for AED 250).
In an exciting cross-generational debut, tennis icon Venus Williams and rising star Alex Eala advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 Bad Homburg Open, defeating Catherine Harrison and Alexandra Osborne 6-3, 6-4.
HONOR Saudi Arabia has officially launched the Magic V6 folding smartphone, with pre-orders now live for the premium device. From June 22 to June 30, early buyers can secure theirs to experience the next generation of mobile productivity.
The HONOR Magic V6 sets a new benchmark for ultra-slim foldables, measuring a mere 8.75 mm thick when folded and weighing approximately 219 grams. The device features an upgraded aerospace-grade Super Steel Hinge built to endure 500,000 folds, alongside a robust IP68 and IP69 rating for extreme water and dust resistance.
تجربة فاخرة تبدأ من العلبة.
هاتف HONOR Magic V6 يأتي مع شاحن HONOR SuperCharge بقدرة 80W، كابل USB Type-C، غطاء حماية، وأداة الشريحة، لتبدأ رحلتك مع الهاتف بكل سهولة.
— HONOR KSA | هونر السعودية (@HonorKSA) June 21, 2026
The viewing experience is driven by a 6.52-inch outer screen and a massive 7.95-inch unfolded inner display. Both utilize 1–120Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rates and feature industry-leading eye-comfort technology with peak brightness levels reaching up to 6,000 nits. Under the hood, the device is powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with a massive 6,660mAh silicon-carbon battery that supports 80W wired and 66W wireless charging.
Image: HONOR Magic V6
Here is the official specification of HONOR Magic V6;
Category
Specification Details
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform (Octa-core: 2×Prime 4.6GHz + 6×Performance 3.62GHz) • GPU: Adreno 840
Memory & Storage
16GB RAM + 512GB ROM or 16GB RAM + 1TB ROM versions available
Height: 156.7 mm • Width: 74.5 mm (folded), 145.6 mm (unfolded) • Depth (White version): 8.75 mm (folded), 4.0 mm (unfolded) • Depth (Other versions): 9.0 mm (folded), 4.1 mm (unfolded)
Weight
White Version: Approx. 219g (with battery) • Other Versions: Approx. 224g (with battery)
Rear Camera
Triple Camera Setup: • 50MP Wide Main Camera (f/1.6, OIS) • 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera (f/2.2) • 64MP Telephoto Lens Camera (f/2.5, OIS with 3x optical & 100x digital zoom) • Video: Up to 4K recording with EIS+OIS
Front Cameras
Dual Camera Setup: 20MP Wide Camera (f/2.2) on both the inner screen and exterior screen (Supports 4K video)
5G, Dual SIM (SIM+SIM, SIM+eSIM, or dual eSIM) • Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, Infrared Remote Control
Colors
Red, Gold, White, Black
Consumers who pre-order the 16GB+512GB variant in Saudi Arabia receive an exclusive gift bundle valued at SAR 1,656. The premium gift package includes:
HONOR Pad X9a 11.45 inch WIFI 8GB+128GB Gray
HONOR Magic V6 Pitaka Case Black protective case.
3-Month Google AI One Pro Subscription
The device is priced at SAR 7,499, making this pre-order window the perfect time to maximize value on a top-tier foldable.
The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced price adjustments for petroleum products effective June 23–29, 2026. These changes reflect international oil market movements amid ongoing developments in the Middle East that continue to impact global supply and pricing. Meanwhile, the DOE remains committed to strengthening the domestic oil supply and protecting public welfare.
The fee will be increased from the current ¥3,000 to ¥15,000 for a single-entry visa and from ¥6,000 to ¥30,000 for a multiple-entry visa. The new fees will apply to applications submitted on or after July 1.
The fact that Japan has not raise its visa fees in 48 years says a lot. Some countries increase fees annually, while others every every 3 years, which means this increase visa fees by Japan is long over due.
The government has proposed raising fees for residency status changes and stay extensions from the current range of ¥5,500 to ¥6,000 to between ¥10,000 and ¥70,000, while fees for permanent residency applications would increase from ¥10,000 to ¥200,000. The government is aiming to implement the changes sometime before the end of the next fiscal year on March 31, 2027.
Well, it’s not just for tourists but also for Foreigners living in the country.
I’ve done the calculations and here’s the Philippine Peso equivalent for the new visa fees in Japan;
single-entry visa – ¥15,000 = ₱5,646.00
multiple-entry visa – ¥30,000 = ₱11,292.00
residency status changes and stay extensions – ¥10,000 and ¥70,000 = ₱3,764.00 to ₱26,348.00
Joyce Ann L. Rocamora, reporting for Philippine News Agency;
MANILA – Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna Manuel were successfully separated after a six-hour multistage surgery by Saudi Arabian surgeons in Riyadh, the Saudi Arabia Embassy in Manila said on Friday.
The operation was carried out in six phases involving 22 specialized medical staff at the King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital (KASCH) in Riyadh on June 18 under the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme (SCTP).
The embassy said the twins are in “stable condition” following the procedure and are being closely monitored at KASCH’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
It added that all costs related to the separation and aftercare were covered entirely by the Saudi government.
24 Filipino workers detained for 9 months in Yakutsk, Russian Federation, returned to 🇵🇭 after being released by 🇷🇺 President Vladimir Putin following the request of President @bongbongmarcos#DFAForgingAheadpic.twitter.com/mPCaBkAr43
Twenty-four (24) Filipino workers safely returned to Manila on June 21, 2026, after being detained for nine months in Yakutsk, Russia, over immigration violations. The overseas workers, who were reportedly victims of illegal recruitment schemes, had been held without any formal charges.
Their swift release was secured after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. personally raised their plight during a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan. Moving quickly upon Marcos’ appeal, Russian authorities authorized their repatriation within days. The Department of Migrant Workers is currently reviewing their cases for potential human trafficking.
Mynt, Inc. (“Mynt” or the “Company”), the fintech pioneer behind the Philippines’ number one finance superapp GCash, today announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) and shareholders have authorized the Company’s filing of a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and a listing application with the Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. (PSE) in connection with a potential initial public offering (IPO), with the following terms:
The offer will be equivalent to 12.0% of Mynt’s total outstanding capital stock post-IPO (“Firm Shares”), with each common share having a par value of P0.03 per common share.
Firm Shares will consist of both primary and secondary offers.
This same information has been disclosed by Globe Telecom, Inc. in accordance with corporate governance standards and pertinent disclosure rules and regulations.
Saudi Arabia kicked off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a gritty 1-1 draw against powerhouse Uruguay at Miami Stadium. The Saudi Green Falcons stunned the South Americans in the 41st minute when defender Abdulelah Al-Amri headed home from a corner. Despite safe keeping from Saudi goalie Mohammed Al-Owais, Uruguay’s relentless second-half pressure finally paid off in the 79th minute as Maximiliano Araújo swept home a rebound.
With Cape Verde and Spain also playing out a scoreless draw, Group H stands completely wide open, with all four teams locked on exactly one point. The single point is a massive confidence booster for Saudi Arabia, but their road only gets tougher. The tactical stalemate heightens the stakes for the next round of group stage fixtures. Saudi Arabia will face Spain, while Uruguay will battle Cape Verde in matches scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has implemented a new circular regulating domestic worker recruitment, restricting processes to 10 approved source countries.
This decision follows rigorous assessments and recommendations from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Health, and the Public Authority for Manpower; in some cases, restrictions specifically apply to female workers.
Under the revised labor procedures, recruitment is exclusively permitted from:
South Africa
Benin
Eritrea
Ethiopia
Philippines
Sri Lanka
India
Vietnam
Nepal
Senegal (males only)
To streamline applications, all procedures will be processed through governorate-level service centers. This updated policy, which accounts for diplomatic and administrative factors, is currently in effect across all residency affairs departments. Recruitment from any unlisted nations is now strictly prohibited.
A major earthquake occurred in offshore Sarangani on 08 June 2026 at 07:37 AM Philippine Standard Time (PST), located at 05.57°N, 124.98°E with depth of 33 km and a magnitude of 7.8. DOST-PHIVOLCS issued a TSUNAMI WARNING for all coastal communities in the provinces of Sarangani, Basilan, Davao Occidental, South Cotabato Sultan Kudarat, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Zamboanga Del Sur, and Zamboanga Sibugay. Immediate evacuation in these areas was recommended. Between 07:45 A.M to 9:30 A.M., the following PHIVOLCS Sea Level Monitoring Stations for tsunami confirmed the occurrence of tsunami with preliminary wave heights:
Location
Tsunami Height (meters)
Kiamba, Sarangani
1.48
Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat
0.84
Maasim, Sarangani
0.48
City of Zamboanga
0.25
City of Mati, Davao Oriental
0.21
City of Tandag, Surigao del Sur
0.09
After the extended two-hour observation period, minor sea level disturbances continued to be recorded; however, these observed wave heights are too small to cause damage. In view of these observations, DOST-PHIVOLCS has now cancelled the Tsunami Warning issued for this earthquake event. In the event of strongly felt aftershocks, coastal communities should recognize the natural signs of an impending local tsunami. These include “shake,” a strong earthquake, “drop”, the sudden rise or fall of seawater, and “roar,” the sound of incoming waves. If ANY of these signs are observed, immediately evacuate to higher ground for safety. This will be the final tsunami information issued for this event.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani province at 7:37 am on Monday, June 8, rocking many parts of Mindanao and triggering a tsunami warning.
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) initially put the earthquake’s magnitude at 7.0.
Damage and aftershocks are expected.
Immediately after the earthquake Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) issued tsunami warning for the following coastal areas:
Sarangani
Davao Occidental
Tawi-tawi
Sulu
Basilan
Zamboanga Del Sur
Zamboanga Sibugay
Sultan Kudarat
South Cotabato
Here are some videos and photos that I saw on my social media accounts.
Earthquake aftershocks and tsunami waves are expected to for hours.
The new courses are available through the TESDA Online Program and include content from HP LIFE, a free business and digital skills training platform. Learners can access the courses through TESDA’s online learning portal.
Among the new offerings are lessons on artificial intelligence, covering AI fundamentals, responsible AI use, and practical applications for work and business.
TESDA Secretary Jose Francisco Benitez said the initiative aims to help Filipinos develop skills needed to stay competitive as technology continues to transform industries.
As of this writing, the TESDA Online Program (https://e-tesda.gov.ph) website is down and appeared to have been down for sometime now.
A Filipino full-stack developer developer based in Abu Dhabi is helping students, teachers, and aspiring professionals in the Philippines be able to access free digital tools through a platform designed to lessen dependence on expensive software subscriptions.
Abakada.org, created by Ramon Logan Jr., serves as a curated directory of open-source software focused on education, productivity, design, and development.
The platform was born out of Logan’s own struggles as a student who could not afford licensed software needed for coursework.
Abakada.org is worth visiting, not just for I.T. students but for anyone who wants to learn new skills or a career change.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ordered the continued detention of former president Rodrigo Duterte due to persistent risks of flight and obstruction of justice.
In an eight-page decision dated May 22, Trial Chamber III ruled that no significant circumstances justify… pic.twitter.com/cXL6Y5yXyk
The Cleveland Cavaliers held a commanding 22-point lead over the New York Knicks with just 7:52 remaining in regulation. What followed was pure madness. The Knicks unleashed a furious 30-8 run to close out the fourth quarter and force overtime.
Momentum completely shifted in the extra period. The Cavs ran out of gas, scoring just 3 points, while the Knicks poured in 14 to cap off the largest playoff comeback in franchise history with a 115-104 victory.
Jalen Brunson led the charge for New York, dropping 38 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, while making his presence felt on the defensive end with 3 steals. He got plenty of help, as every Knicks starter scored in double digits. Mikal Bridges netted 18 points, while OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Josh Hart all contributed 13 points apiece.
For the Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell did everything he could, leading the team with 29 points, 5 rebounds, and a monstrous 6 steals. James Harden and Evan Mobley added 15 points each, but the offense stalled late; Max Strus was the only Cavalier to find the bottom of the net in overtime.
Watch the Knicks end Game 1 with their historic 22 – 11 run.
Cleveland will have just a day to review film and figure out what went wrong before the series resumes for Game 2 on Thursday evening at Madison Square Garden.
Nicholas Kaufman has requested the International Criminal Court (ICC) to remove him as former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte’s lawyer in the latter’s crimes against humanity case.
This is big, specially that the next court session will be this 27th of May.
Also, it appears that the request to replace Kaufman was from the Former-President himself.
من الرياض… إلى كل مكان اطلالة HONOR 600 من برج المملكة أمس ✨
سلسلة HONOR 600 متوفرة الآن للطلب المسبق ابتداءً من 1799 ريال واحصل على هدايا بقيمة تصل إلى 1796 ريال: ⌚ ساعة HONOR Watch Fit 🎧 سماعة Earbuds Clips 📱 حافظة جوال مغناطيسية
Honor has officially announced the HONOR 600 Series, which is now available for pre-order in Saudi Arabia. The series includes the HONOR 600 Lite, HONOR 600, and the HONOR 600 Pro.
HONOR 600 Lite
HONOR 600 Lite
HONOR is positioning the 600 Lite as the accessible entry point to the 600-series, balancing sleek design with reliable performance. It features a vibrant 6.6-inch AMOLED display with a staggering 6,500 nits peak brightness and 3840Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort. Measuring just 7.34mm thick, it manages to house a massive 6,520mAh battery with 45W fast charging, ensuring multi-day endurance for casual users. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite chipset and 24GB of RAM (, it handles multitasking with ease. Photography is led by a sharp 108MP main camera, making flagship-level clarity available at a mid-range price point.
HONOR 600
HONOR 600
The AI Photography PowerhouseThe standard HONOR 600 redefines the “accessible flagship” by introducing a professional-grade 200MP Ultra-clear Night Camera. Designed for low-light mastery, it utilizes the AiMAGE architecture and CIPA 6.0 stabilization to capture stunning detail in the dark. Under the hood, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 Mobile Platform processor powers a suite of generative AI tools, including AI Image to Video 2.0. Its 6.57-inch, 2728×1264 OLED screen reaches an industry-leading 8,000 nits brightness. With a 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery and 80W SuperCharge, the HONOR 600 is a powerhouse for creators who need high-end performance without the “Pro” price tag.
HONOR 600 Pro
HONOR 600 Pro
The HONOR 600 Pro is the definitive choice for enthusiasts, elevating the series with the cutting-edge Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform. While it shares the stunning 200MP main sensor and 8,000-nit display of its sibling, the Pro adds a 50MP Periscope Telephoto lens capable of 120x digital zoom. It also introduces 50W wireless charging to complement its 7,000mAh battery. Built for durability, it boasts IP69K ratings for resistance against high-pressure water jets. Integrated with MagicOS 10 and on-device Gemini AI, the 600 Pro stands as a top-tier contender in the 2026 smartphone market.
As the price, the HONOR 600 Lite will retail for SAR 1,698.00 for the 8GB+256GB model, while the HONOR 600 will be SAR 1,799.00 for the same 8GB+256GB variants, and HONOR 600 Pro will retail at SAR 2,999.00 for the 12GB+512GB model.
All of HONOR’s 600 series are available for pre-order either from a retailer or directly from Honor’s KSA online store via https://www.honor.com/sa-en/shop/.
In a 50-page document, the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber I committed Duterte to face trial on the charges as confirmed, and ordered the court registrar to transmit the decision confirmation of charges and the record of these proceedings.
The confirmed charges are the following:
Count 1: Murder as a crime against humanity in Davao City during the mayoral period of at least the 19 victims, between 2013 and around June 2016, through indirect co-perpetration, ordering and/or inducing, and/or aiding and abetting;
Count 2: Murder as a crime against humanity of ‘high-value targets’ in locations across the Philippines during the presidential period of at least the 14 victims between around July 2016 and July 2017, through indirect co-perpetration, and/or ordering and/or inducing and/or 25(3)(c) (aiding and abetting); and
Count 3: Murder and attempted murder as crimes against humanity in barangay clearance operations in locations across the Philippines during the presidential period of at least the 45 victims (43 murders and two attempted murders) between around July 2016 and September 2018, through indirect co-perpetration, ordering and/or inducing, and/or aiding and abetting.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF THE CHARGES ARE CONFIRMED?
If the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber finds that there is sufficient evidence to support the charges against Mr Duterte, it will commit the case against Mr Duterte to trial. The Presidency of the Court will constitute a Trial Chamber responsible for conducting the subsequent phase of the proceedings and composed of three judges other than those who sat on the Pre-Trial bench.
Promptly after it is constituted, the Trial Chamber will hold status conferences, confer with the parties and participants, in order to set the date of the trial and adopt the procedures necessary to facilitate the fair and expeditious conduct of the proceedings. The Chamber will rule on several preliminary issues, including the language(s) to be used at trial, and the timing and the manner of disclosure of evidence.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) upheld its jurisdiction over the crimes against humanity case filed against former President Rodrigo Duterte after the tribunal’s Appeals Chamber on Wednesday junked petitions to halt proceedings against the Philippines’ 16th president.
In its April 22 decision, the Appeals Chamber ruled that while the Philippines withdrew from the Rome Statute in March 2019, preliminary examinations on the situation in the Philippines started in February 2018, a year before the Duterte administration sent a formal notice to pull back from the treaty governing the ICC.
A majority of the Appeals Chamber rejected all four grounds raised by the defense where it argued that the Pre-Trial Chamber had committed errors in law in ruling that the ICC has jurisdiction over the Duterte case.
Having rejected the appeal, it said the related request for Duterte’s immediate release is moot.
This is big… as in big that the Duterte camp needs to shift their strategy, since the court (ICC) has effectively removed the final major legal obstacle preventing the case from moving toward a full trial and the case has a high probability of going to a full trial.
