MANILA, Philippines — Two phreatic or steam-driven eruptions were observed again at Taal Volcano in Batangas province, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported on Tuesday. Phivolcs told INQUIRER.net that both eruptions occurred on Monday. The first eruption happened from 5:33 a.m. to 5:37 a.m. while the second was recorded from 7:03 p.m.

KUALA LUMPUR: The Kelana Jaya Line LRT service between the Wangsa Maju and Gombak stations fully resumed operation at 3.30 pm today after repair works were completed, says Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd. The Rapid KL rail service operator previously stated that the service disruption was caused by an unusual flow of rainwater in the surrounding area, which entered the tracks and damaged several track components at around 10.20 am. Rapid Rail said that the operations team was forced to cut off the power supply in the affected area to allow for inspections and repair works. “The Rapid Rail engineering team has successfully completed temporary repair works on the track components. Tests on the system and track components were also conducted to ensure that services could resume safely in accordance with safety standards. “However, the engineering and operations teams will continue to monitor the system’s stability to ensure smooth train operations,“ the statement said. Rapid Rail thanked passengers for their patience throughout the service disruption. Several roads in Kuala Lumpur were flooded following continuous heavy rain that began around 9 am today.

KUALA LUMPUR: Dolphin International Bhd has changed its name to Oasis Harvest Corp Bhd, with the change taking effect at 9 am on Oct 17. Read full story

She will join Emma Raducanu, Simona Halep, Leylah Fernandez and Katie Boulter at Hong Kong event in late October.

KUALA LUMPUR: The SMART Tunnel is back in operation after it was closed on Tuesday (Oct 15) morning due to heavy rain here. Read full story

Senator Loren Legarda expressed dismay Tuesday over the regulation of the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) allowing retired foreigners to stay legally in the Philippines for as long as they want in exchange for a US$20,000 fee, saying it's no wonder that many criminal syndicates are able to exploit this to find safe haven in the country.

“We believe this partnership with Starlink will provide Filipinos with the reliable internet service they deserve."

SANTA ROSA CITY, Laguna – Two individuals were injured and seven houses were razed in a fire in Barangay Caingin here on Monday morning, October 14.

PETALING JAYA: The delivery of Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) first A330neo aircraft has been delayed due to findings identified by Airbus during the flight line stage. Read full story

Although it is "optional," Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III said conducting a parallel Senate investigation into the war on drugs is a "good idea" so the credibility of the witnesses could be tested.

MANILA, Philippines — Cyrus Cuenco drained a dagger three to allow Mapua University pick up its third-straight win at the expense of Emilio Aguinaldo College (EAC), 82-79, in the second round of the NCAA 100 men's basketball tournament at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City on Tuesday. Tied at 79-all in the last 33.2 seconds of the fourth quarter, Cuenco fired beyond the arc to give Mapua the lead, 81-79, with 15.2 seconds remaining. EAC tried to send the match into overtime, but the time was not in their favor as King Gurtiza was forced to shoot a Hail Mary. Clint Escamis led Mapua with 23 points, six rebounds, and two assists, while Cuenco and Chris Hubilla both chipped in 16 points, each. EAC's Harvey Pagsanjan made 17 points, while King Gurtiza added 14. Mapua improved to an 8-3 win-loss record, while EAC tallied a 5-6 slate.

Vietnamese teachers' basic salaries have increased by 30% from July, pushing their monthly income to as much as VND30 million ($1,203), an increase of up to VND7 million from previous levels.

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed that the transfer of data abroad must be evaluated by authorities to ensure national defense, security and the protection of national interests, according to a draft law on data.

Chinese premier opens trip with joint opening of Beijing-funded New Gwadar International Airport ahead of two days of SCO meetings.

DAVAO CITY – Interfaith leaders in Mindanao recently reaffirmed their efforts to sustain the gains of peacebuilding in Mindanao.

"The privatization of CNS/ATM functions poses serious national security risks and exposes us to foreign interference."

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PETALING JAYA: An elderly woman was rescued from her home, which was piled in heaps of rubbish, making it difficult for her to leave her residence . The Penang Civil Defence Force was deployed to the 86-year-old’s house on Monday (Oct 14) at 4.40pm after responding to her family members’ call for help, the New Straits Times reported. She was reportedly carried out on a stretcher during the operation. ALSO READ: Perak govt to aid retired teacher with hoarding disorder Her family claimed that the woman, living alone, was not in good health, riddled with “hypertension and hearing problems”, on top of her “frail” condition, as quoted. Not only that, her family members claim that she would call for help late at night as she is also “prone to falls”, as quoted. “As such, her family wants to send her to an old folk’s home after obtaining her consent,” he was quoted as saying. ALSO READ: Ipoh City Council clears three tonnes of garbage from elderly woman’s home Civil Defence Force northeast district officer, Muhammad Aizat Abdul Ghani confirmed that the double-storey house located in Jalan Mano was filled with so much rubbish and recyclable materials amassed over the years. Her house was not only filled with rubbish indoors but outdoors as well. The elderly woman said she hired help to clean her house but claims they never showed up.

IPOH: A 54-year-old local man has been found dead after a tiger attack in Gerik. Read full story

The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday, Oct. 15, reiterated its support for efforts to increase public awareness of breast cancer.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) belied claims that there were irregularities in the bidding process for a program involving the procurement of pistols for its personnel.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has committed to give all its efforts to locate and bring to the House of Representatives former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque.

IPOH: The total count of flash flood victims in Perak has reduced, with 1,013 individuals still taking refuge at evacuation centres. Read full story

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is looking for a service provider to roll out satellite-based internet services across 150 locations in Antique as it ramps up connectivity in the provinces. The government agency issued this month the invitation to bid for the P56.76-million contract. Interested parties have until Nov. 5 to submit

The Southern Police District (SPD) has beefed up its deployment to ensure a safe and orderly Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR), which will run until October 18, 2024, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), according to SPD Director Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang.

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia finished higher for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, but sellers still dominated amid mixed regional markets. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The immediate return of children rescued during Op Global to their parents and families is a top priority for the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM). However, its minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said KPWKM must first ensure that the children’s parents and families can provide adequate and proper care. “For cases where the capability of the parents and families is clearly established, the reunification process can proceed without delay. In more complex situations, intervention programmes will be implemented to ensure the children’s and families’ best interests are safeguarded “The ultimate goal is to reunite these children with their families. However, before this can happen, several factors need to be carefully evaluated. This is not about denying anyone’s rights, but about ensuring the best interests of the children are upheld,” Nancy said during a minister’s briefing session on GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) in the Dewan Rakyat today. As of yesterday, 560 children – 283 boys and 277 girls – had been placed in safe custody after the Social Welfare Department (JKM) obtained a temporary court custody order for two months under Section 25(2)(a) of the Child Act 2001. Meanwhile, Nancy said the Task Force Profiling Team for Op Global found that 94.3 per cent of the 558 profiled children had at least one living biological parent, while 5.7 per cent had no parents or no available information on their parents. Health assessments showed that 51.6 per cent of the children were underweight, falling below the healthy Body Mass Index (BMI), while 46.1 per cent had a normal weight and the remaining children were classified as obese, she added. “Three children have been issued persons with disabilities (PwD) cards, while 27 others display symptoms of disability,” she added. Cognitive assessments were also conducted on 385 children aged seven and above, with 71.9 per cent (277 children) showing no signs of cognitive disorders, she said. “However, 20.26 per cent (78 children) displayed moderate cognitive disorders, while 7.79 per cent (30 children) were found to have severe cognitive impairments,” Nancy said.

PETALING JAYA: A surprise inspection by Johor Public Works, Transport, Infrastructure, and Communications committee chairman, Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh recently found 17 Immigration counters at the Johor checkpoint empty. The inspection was conducted following a video circulating online showing the 17 empty counters at the checkpoint in Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB), triggering public backlash. He confirmed that the surprise inspection found that the incident actually occurred, Harian Metro reported. The video showed the empty counters, with green lights on however, the pathways were closed off to commuters. ALSO READ: Woman calls out Immigration officer for alleged rude behaviour Fazli then instructed that the green lights to be turned off to indicate that the lane is closed, to ensure no one is confused. “If there is no solid reason given regarding the incident, this can be considered intentional,” he was quoted as saying. On the other hand, Johor Immigration director Datuk Mohd Rusdi Mohd Darus said an internal probe will be conducted on the incident. ALSO READ: Woman expresses gratitude to Johor Immigration officers for returning lost RM1.5k “The internal investigation will determine whether the immigration officer handling the counter neglected their duties or intentionally left the counter without permission. “We will not tolerate this behaviour, and strict disciplinary action will be taken against them if they are found to have neglected their duties. “It is a violation of responsibility, and I take this issue seriously,“ he was quoted as saying.

Cyrus Cuenco buried the game-winning trey as the shorthanded Mapua University survived Emilio Aguinaldo College, 82-79, in the NCAA Season 100 on Tuesday at the FilOil EcoOil Centre.

The flashy new Intuit Dome opened its doors to basketball fans for the first time Monday night, Oct. 14, as the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Dallas Mavericks 110-96 in a preseason game in front of 13,400 fans.