Anthropic says it received an export control directive to suspend access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for all foreign nationals, without being given specific details of its national security concern Anthropic said on Friday, June 12, it will “abruptly disable” its most advanced AI models for all users after …
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Iran peace deal looms while new military action flares near Strait of Hormuz
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says that while changes in the deal were still possible, the tentative agreement showed his country had emerged stronger from the conflict The United States and Iran signaled on Friday, June 12, that an agreement to end their war was close, with a senior US …
Read More »MILF party loses Cotabato mayor in pre-election setback
The resignation of Cotabato Mayor Bruce Matabalao from the United Bangsamoro Justice Party could weaken the party's political position in Cotabato City, BARMM's administrative center MANILA, Philippines – Cotabato City Mayor Mohammad Ali “Bruce” Matabalao has resigned from the United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP), a setback for the political party …
Read More »Trump says Iran war deal close as Strait of Hormuz tensions linger
'The strait will officially open as soon as we sign, which could be soon, very soon, maybe over the weekend in Europe,' says US President Donald Trump Hopes grew on Friday, June 12, for peace between Iran and the United States after President Donald Trump said a deal could be …
Read More »‘Back to zero tayo’: MSU-GenSan reels from P870-M quake damage
Chancellor Shidik Zed Abantas says nearly 90% of their offices had already undergone repairs and renovations before the earthquake struck SARANGANI, Philippines – Four days after a powerful earthquake shook parts of Mindanao on June 8, the extent of destruction continues to unfold across the region. Mindanao State University-General Santos …
Read More »Meralco hikes June 2026 billing rates after May’s yellow, red alerts
The rate hike comes amid higher generation charges brought by tight supply conditions in the Luzon grid MANILA, Philippines – Customers of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) will have to brace for higher electricity bills in June. In an advisory issued on Thursday, June 11, Meralco announced it is increasing …
Read More »RunRio supports GenSan earthquake relief with P1M donation
Proceeds from the Galaxy Manila Marathon will go to the victims of the earthquake Editor’s note: This press release is sponsored by SM Supermalls and was handled by BrandRap, the sales and marketing arm of Rappler. No member of the news and editorial team participated in the publishing of this …
Read More »‘Where is Tab Baldwin?’ PSC demands Ateneo coach to show up
Ateneo head coach Tab Baldwin has yet to either appear publicly or release a statement since players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili died during the Blue Eagles' team building in Aurora MANILA, Philippines – Philippine Sports Commission chairman Patrick “Pato” Gregorio on Thursday, June 11, called out Blue Eagles head …
Read More »TIMELINE: Most destructive earthquakes to hit the Philippines since 1990
(1st UPDATE) The Philippines has numerous active faults and trenches that are capable of generating strong earthquakes This story was first published on July 27, 2022. Due to recent events, we are republishing it with updated information. MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is an earthquake-prone country because of its geographic …
Read More »Manny Pacquiao ‘expediting return’ to PH to help Mindanao earthquake victims
'Though I am currently here in the United States fulfilling prior commitments, I am monitoring the situation closely and coordinating with our teams on the ground to ensure that help reaches those who need it most as quickly as possible,' the Filipino boxing icon says MANILA, Philippines – For Manny …
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