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DMW rolls out $200 cash aid for displaced OFWs in Middle East

Manila, April 17 -- The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said the grant of financial assistance is in full swing for overseas Filipino workers affected by the conflict in the Middle East. In a med... Read More


Philippine troops kill 10 militants linked to Marawi siege network

Kuala Lampur, April 17 --   MANILA, April 17 - Philippine security forces killed 10 alleged armed Islamist militants today who resisted an attempt to arrest them, police said. The firefigh... Read More


President Lee Jae Myung's visit to align visions, shape long-term Vietnam-RoK cooperation: Ambassador

Hanoi, April 17 -- Seoul (VNA) - The state visit to Vietnam by President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung and his spouse from April 21 to 24 not only carries political and diplomatic signi... Read More


Lebanon-Israel ceasefire begins as displaced residents return despite violation warnings

Kuala Lampur, April 17 --   BEIRUT, April 17 - A 10-day ceasefire deal struck between Lebanon and Israel took effect today, sending displaced residents streaming south towards their homes, even ... Read More


"Closely following situation in West Asia": MEA on Pak's role in US-Iran ceasefire

New Delhi, April 17 -- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday noted that New Delhi is "closely following developments in the West Asian region," as the security situation continues to evolve... Read More


"I hope Hezbollah acts nicely," says US President Trump after Israel-Lebanon ceasefire comes into effect

Washington DC, April 17 -- US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) expressed hope that Hezbollah would act responsibly and peacefully during the 10-day ceasefire with Israel, urging an end ... Read More


Airline adding bunk beds for economy travelers but bans snacks, smells and cuddling

New Delhi, April 17 -- Sleep on a long-haul flight in economy class has always been a fantasy for many travelers. Air New Zealand will soon offer a solution that involves climbing into a triple-tier b... Read More


Low-emission zone roadmap drives electric two-wheeler boom in Hanoi

Hanoi, April 17 -- Hanoi (VNA) - Hanoi's roadmap to implement low-emission zones (LEZ) from July is providing a strong boost to the electric two-wheeler market, as consumers increasingly shift toward ... Read More


10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel begins as celebrations erupt in BeirutPublished on: April 17, 2026 11:44 AM

BEIRUT, April 17 -- A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has come into effect, prompting widespread celebrations in the Lebanese capital Beirut, where residents took to the streets to mark th... Read More


Trump says Iran agreed not to have nuclear weapon, signals progress in talks

, April 17 -- US President Donald Trump has said Iran has agreed not to develop nuclear weapons, expressing optimism about ongoing negotiations and the prospects of a long-term deal. Speaking to repo... Read More