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43+ min ago (410+ words) 1 December 2025, Quezon City." Parents beware: button batteries used to power some toys may pose serious health risks to your children and must be kept out of their sight and reach at all times to prevent kids from playing with them and accidentally putting them into the mouth, nose, and ears. As part of its advocacy towards a safe and healthy celebration of the festive holidays, the EcoWaste Coalition reminded parents to pay close attention to button batteries used in toys, hair accessories and wrist watches, as well as in common household items such as calculators, thermometers, and other portable electronic devices. The tiny button cell batteries of these toys may pose health risks, especially if used without adult guidance and supervision. The group issued the reminder after monitoring the sale last Friday of cute but unauthorized light-up toys in Carriedo…...

1+ hour, 1+ min ago (764+ words) US President Donald Trump has threatened Nigeria with military intervention over the "killing of Christians. The Nigerian security crisis has garnered attention in recent weeks from Trump and his administration, who have characterized the situation as a "Christian genocide. Experts have rebuked this designation as false and overly simplistic, stating that the ongoing situation is [] US President Donald Trump has threatened Nigeria with military intervention over the "killing of Christians. The Nigerian security crisis has garnered attention in recent weeks from Trump and his administration, who have characterized the situation as a "Christian genocide. Experts have rebuked this designation as false and overly simplistic, stating that the ongoing situation is more complex. On October 31, Trump designated Nigeria a "country of particular concern under the US International Religious Freedom Act of 1998. In a social media post, Trump said, "Christianity is facing…...

1+ hour, 20+ min ago (642+ words) Guwahati: Curtains came down for the" 9th Chalachitram National Film Festival at the Jyoti Chitraban premise in Kahilipara on 30 November 2025. Distinguished guests of the closing ceremony handed over the awards along with the certificates and cash prizes to" Nava J. Thakuria Guwahati: Curtains came down for the 9th Chalachitram National Film Festival at the Jyoti Chitraban premise in Kahilipara on 30 November 2025. Distinguished guests of the closing ceremony handed over the awards along with the certificates and cash prizes to the winning filmmakers in the presence of eminent film personalities, novice director-producers, and common cine-goers. Organized by Chalachitram, a subsidiary of Vishwa Samvad Kendra-Assam, the two-day CNFF-25 showcased over 30 short features and documentaries in both competitive and screening categories, where "Koli, directed by Jyotirmoy Mazumder, was adjudged as the best short feature in northeast India category and "Joba, directed by Indira Baikerikar, was awarded…...

1+ hour, 54+ min ago (328+ words) Donald Trump's administration must brace for a storm of problems as the president is "sinking like a rock", his niece, Mary Trump, has said. The political commentator and member of the Trump family suggested the slate of problems Trump now faces may be too much for his administration to survive. Cracks are beginning to show in the president's core support, and issues from healthcare to the cost-of-living crisis are starting to see Trump slip in the polls. Mary Trump said, "The Trump regime has long been a sinking ship and with a rat like Donald at the helm it's not really surprising. But, the sinking is accelerating. Even with full control of the government, Republicans are resigning and even more are threatening to." She went on to say Trump's approval ratings are "sinking like a rock" and that he looks…...

1+ hour, 57+ min ago (753+ words) 7:30 am December 2, 2025 By Roland Hutchinson When it comes to audio performance, the AirPods Pro 3 stand out with their superior sound quality. They deliver exceptional clarity, deep bass, and consistent performance across all volume levels. Whether you're listening to music, podcasts, or taking calls, the Pro 3 ensures a rich and immersive experience that caters to audiophiles and discerning users alike. In comparison, the AirPods 4 offer decent sound quality for their price point but lack the depth and clarity of the Pro 3, particularly at higher volumes. While they are suitable for casual listeners, those seeking a more refined audio experience will likely gravitate toward the Pro 3. The AirPods Pro 3 excel in noise isolation, thanks to their redesigned ear tips that create a snug and secure seal. This design significantly reduces external noise, allowing for a more immersive listening experience. However, the tighter…...

2+ hour, 2+ min ago (134+ words) Political analysts and observers were stunned on Monday after a high-profile GOP media personality made an "incredibly gross" claim about the lethal strikes President Donald Trump's administration has conducted against alleged drug traffickers. "I would like Trump and Hegseth to make it last a long time, so that they lose a limb and bleed out," Kelly said, referring to the deaths of the alleged drug dealers stuck by the U.S. military. "Like, I am really having a hard time ginning up sympathy for them." Political analysts and observers shared their thoughts on social media. "My god- who hurt this woman???" asked former tennis pro Martina Navratilova in a post on X. "She is a full on psychopath now!!!" ALSO READ: Trump DOJ compares 'antifa' case to jihadist who directed attack on Benghazi...

2+ hour, 20+ min ago (944+ words) The NGO Forum on the ADB network and allies expresses deep alarm over the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) newly announced amendments to its 2021 Energy Policy, now endorsed by the ADB Board through the R-paper. Despite ADB's framing of the" Pressenza Philippines The NGO Forum on the ADB network and allies expresses deep alarm over the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) newly announced amendments to its 2021 Energy Policy, now endorsed by the ADB Board through the R-paper. Despite ADB's framing of the changes as "technology neutral" and responsive to rising energy demand, these amendments represent a significant regression in the Bank's commitments to climate action, fossil fuel phaseout, and people-centered development. For more than two decades, the Forum has monitored ADB policies to ensure development effectiveness, safeguard protection, and maintain accountability to impacted communities. The new amendments'particularly the allowance for methane reduction…...

2+ hour, 42+ min ago (495+ words) The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) In meetings with country representatives outside of COP30 official proceedings, Senator Whitehouse learned what's happening to hopefully limit global warming, concluding that one way to climate safety is by imposing a fee on polluters. According to studies by Potsdam Institute, "a price on carbon" is one of the ways not yet implemented to tackle global warming." The senator met with the Europeans, the Brits, and the Australians. The EU is instituting a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, which is a global price on carbon that comes via tariffs. It is already law and set to go into effect in 2026. The conservative UK government is also in the process of figuring out how they'll handle a carbon tariff. Australia is also looking into it." In that regard, the value of oil and gas subsidies in the…...

3+ hour, 9+ min ago (227+ words) A former Republican Speaker of the House issued a stark warning to Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) on Monday about the party's chances of maintaining its majority following the 2026 midterm election. Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy discussed the Republican Party's high turnover rate heading into the 2026 midterm in an interview with Axios. An analysis conducted by Axios and NPR found that Republicans are retiring at a 2-to-1 pace compared to Democrats, with 26 House members announcing their departure from the chamber during the first 11 months of the second Trump administration. "The time to watch is really between Thanksgiving and Christmas. That's when you see the most departures," former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy told Axios. "I'd always go after members in that period to give them a taste of what was to come, if they decided to stay for another cycle." McCarthy's comments come…...

3+ hour, 14+ min ago (654+ words) The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is pausing indefinitely all decisions on asylum applications, while launching systematic reviews that threaten the legal status of two large groups of immigrants'the 3.3 million green card holders from 19 countries designated by President Trump and the 180,000 people admitted as refugees during the four years of the Biden administration. The shooting last week is merely a pretext, as both the selection of the 19 countries "of concern" was announced in June and the decision to review all refugees admitted during the Biden administration had been made public Monday, before Wednesday's attack. The review of green card holders will affect 3.3 million people, the bulk of them, 2.2 million, from three countries in the Caribbean basin'1 million from Cuba, 700,000 from Venezuela and 500,000 from Haiti. All three countries are subject to either US economic blockade or other forms of sanctions,…...