MANILA, Philippines — Foreigners have been buying more Philippine stocks than they have been selling since a new law enhancing the local capital markets came into effect in July. This trend is seen as a signal of a more attractive environment for international investors.
Ramon Monzon, president and CEO of the Philippine Stock Exchange, on Wednesday said the…
https://business.inquirer.net/548989/more-foreigners-buying-ph-stocks-since-cmepa-says-pse
During the Q&A session following a meeting between Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump was asked if he still trusted Vladimir Putin. His response was, “I’ll let you know in about a month.”
In the same session, Trump also stated that NATO countries should shoot down Russian drones if they enter their airspace. This marks a significant departure from his usual stance, where he often suggested that Russia might have made a mistake flying into certain areas.
The question remains: what does giving Putin another month actually achieve? How many extensions does the Russian leader get?
When asked, “Mr. President, do you think that NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft if they enter their airspace?” Trump replied, “Yes, I do.”
Later, when asked, “Mr. President, any update on your talk with President Putin? Do you still trust him?” Trump responded, “I’ll let you know in about a month from now, okay?”
It seems Putin is not engaging in serious peace talks, yet Trump appears willing to grant him another month, then perhaps two weeks, then a week, and then another month, citing that their talks have been positive. This ongoing cycle raises concerns about accountability and progress.
When will the press do its job and hold these discussions to account?
https://crooksandliars.com/2025/09/trump-gives-putin-month-instead-two-weeks
**Netanyahu Ahead of Flight to NYC: Palestine Recognition Is a ‘Disgraceful Capitulation’**
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to fly to New York City ahead of a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday. Netanyahu has strongly criticized recent moves to recognize Palestine, calling them a “disgraceful capitulation.”
During his trip, Netanyahu is expected to discuss key political and security issues with President Trump. He will return to Israel on Tuesday morning following the meeting.
Netanyahu also recently addressed Israel’s economy, highlighting current challenges and outlining strategies for growth.
*Photo credit: Marc Israel Sellem*
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/benjamin-netanyahu/article-868482
The ongoing legal saga between *Subnautica 2* publisher Krafton and the former leaders of developer Unknown Worlds continues to unfold. New filings from Krafton accuse these ex-leaders of misconduct related to their efforts to self-publish the upcoming *Subnautica 2*.
Recently, two new legal documents from Krafton were made public. These filings allege that former Unknown Worlds leaders Max McGuire and Charlie Cleveland downloaded thousands of *Subnautica 2* files during June and July, just before their departure from the company. Krafton claims that only some of these documents have been returned.
In response to the situation, Krafton provided the following statement to Shacknews.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146075/krafton-subnautica-2-devs-misconduct-lawsuit
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s board of education approved a major expansion of charter schools on Wednesday, paving the way for privately run schools to co-locate inside traditional public schools. This move is the latest effort by Florida officials to expand school choice in a state long viewed as a national model for conservative education policy.
The decision comes amid the challenges faced by some public schools, which are closing their doors due to declining enrollments, aging facilities, and ongoing post-pandemic student struggles.
The new regulations approved by the state board build upon a bill signed into law earlier this year by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis. The bill allows operators to open more “schools of hope”—charter schools intended to serve students from persistently low-performing schools.
“We have operators that want to come in and give the best education to those who are in schools that haven’t been getting the greatest education,” Republican state Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka said while defending her bill on the House floor earlier this year. “Let’s give them the opportunity.”
Created in 2017, the schools of hope program encourages more publicly funded, privately run schools to open in areas where traditional public schools have been failing for years. The program provides students and families in those neighborhoods an alternative to struggling schools.
This year’s law loosens restrictions on where schools of hope can operate. They are now allowed to set up inside the facilities of public schools—even high-performing ones—if the campus has underused or vacant spaces.
Under the board’s new regulations, public school districts are required to provide charter schools with the same facility-related services that they offer their own campuses. This includes custodial work, maintenance, school safety, food service, nursing, and student transportation without limitation.
Additionally, school districts must allow schools of hope to use all or part of an educational facility at no cost, including classrooms and administrative offices. Common areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, recreation areas, parking lots, storage spaces, and auditoriums must be shared proportionately based on total full-time equivalent student enrollment.
Public school advocates urged the board to reject the proposal during Wednesday’s meeting. India Miller, an advocate for public schools, criticized the schools of hope program, saying it is designed to be parasitic to public schools.
“To me, it would be like asking Home Depot to give Lowes space in their store and pay all of their infrastructure costs. It just does not make sense to me,” Miller said.
Board members, who are appointed by Gov. DeSantis, defended the new rules and dismissed concerns that the charter expansion could divert crucial funding away from traditional public schools.
“Schools of hope wouldn’t be necessary if our public school system had done its job along the way,” said board Vice Chair Esther Byrd.
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Associated Press writer Kimberlee Kruesi contributed reporting from Providence, Rhode Island.
Payne is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
https://ktar.com/national-news/florida-board-of-education-signs-off-on-a-charter-school-expansion/5754119/
**Tucson Woman Arrested for Online Threat That Postponed Tempe City Council Meeting**
PHOENIX — A Tucson woman was arrested Wednesday for allegedly making an online threat that led to the postponement of a Tempe City Council meeting last month, authorities said.
Kathleen Tierney faces one felony count of computer tampering and two misdemeanor counts of disorderly conduct, according to the Tempe Police Department. The computer tampering charge is based on a state statute that prohibits recklessly using a computer, computer system, or network to engage in a scheme or course of conduct directed at another person that seriously alarms, torments, threatens, or terrorizes that person.
Tierney was taken into custody in Tucson by Tempe Criminal Apprehension Surveillance Team officers, with support from the U.S. Marshals Service.
“This arrest demonstrates our unwavering commitment to protecting the safety of our community members and elected leaders,” Tempe Police Chief Ken McCoy said in a press release. “Threats like this not only endanger lives, they disrupt civic engagement and silence the voices of the people we serve.”
### What Happened When the Threat Was Made Against the Tempe City Council Meeting?
Wednesday’s arrest follows an investigation into a threatening social media post targeting attendees of the August 28 Tempe City Council meeting. The threat was posted just as the council chamber was filling up shortly before the meeting was scheduled to begin.
“The concern was specific in nature and credible enough that we could not in good conscience proceed with the meeting,” Assistant Chief James Sweig said in a press release at the time.
As a result, about 75 people were escorted from the room, and the meeting was rescheduled to September 2 and conducted virtually as a precaution. Additionally, a work study session on September 4 was also changed to a virtual format.
Tempe resumed in-person City Council meetings last Thursday after police implemented several new security measures.
Tempe City Council meetings are held at the East Valley suburb’s City Hall, a distinctive inverted pyramid building on Fifth Street just east of Mill Avenue.
https://ktar.com/arizona-news/tempe-city-council-threat-arrest/5754114/
MANILA, Philippines—For the second straight game, Ateneo relied on dynamic forward Kymani Ladi to secure the win. This time, however, Ladi wasn’t fully satisfied with how the Blue Eagles escaped with a narrow 62-60 victory over the winless University of the East.
The game took place on Wednesday at the University of Santo Tomas’ Quadricentennial Pavilion.
READ: UAAP: Ateneo edges UE for 2-0
https://sports.inquirer.net/641552/uaap-kymani-ladi-ateneo-eye-better-execution-amid-perfect-start
Bryan McNeill, aged 55, of K Street, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, was recently handed a six-month suspended sentence.
In addition to the sentence, he has been ordered to pay €10,000 to the 19-year-old college student involved in the case.
https://www.breakingnews.ie/ireland/us-real-estate-agent-spared-jail-for-sexual-assault-on-student-in-shelbourne-sauna-1810596.html
MANILA, Philippines — Adamson University overcame a chaotic fourth quarter and relied on Ray Allen Torres to secure an upset victory over the University of the Philippines, 62-59, marking its first win in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament on Wednesday.
The game was marked by numerous questionable calls in the fourth quarter, which culminated in a 59-all deadlock in the final seconds. Despite the challenges, Adamson managed to maintain composure and seize the crucial moments needed to clinch the win.
https://sports.inquirer.net/641526/uaap-ray-allen-torres-dagger-3-lifts-adamson-keeps-up-winless
In a dramatic moment during the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash, Indian batter Abhishek Sharma was run out in a spectacular piece of fielding by Bangladesh, leaving fans stunned.
The sequence began when Mustafizur Rahman bowled a back-of-a-length delivery to Suryakumar Yadav, who guided it delicately towards backward point. Rishad Hossain, showcasing flawless reflexes, dove to his left, intercepted the ball mid-air, and quickly regained his footing to make a precision throw towards the bowling end.
The ball reached Mustafizur Rahman, who executed the finish with incredible speed and coordination. Turning sharply, Rahman collected the throw, balanced perfectly, and broke the stumps with his left hand while maintaining control of the ball. Despite a desperate dive from Abhishek Sharma, he fell well short of the crease, sealing a stunning dismissal for Bangladesh.
The run-out highlighted the growing confidence and agility of the Bangladesh fielders, particularly Rishad Hossain, who has been in exceptional form throughout the match. Mustafizur Rahman’s sharp awareness and quick execution complemented the effort, making it a textbook example of teamwork in the field.
This dismissal not only shifted momentum in favor of Bangladesh but also demonstrated the importance of alertness and precision in T20 cricket. This spectacular piece of fielding left the crowd in awe and served as a reminder of how critical fielding can be in tight contests, especially in high-pressure Super 4 encounters.
Abhishek Sharma’s wicket was a turning point, providing Bangladesh with the boost they needed to assert control over the game.
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### Why Bangladesh Skipper Litton Das Is Not Playing Against India During IND Vs BAN Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 Clash? Reason Revealed
In a surprising development ahead of the crucial Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash between India and Bangladesh in Dubai, Bangladesh captain Litton Das was ruled out of the match due to injury. In his absence, wicketkeeper-batter Jaker Ali stepped in to lead the side.
At the toss, Jaker Ali revealed that Litton had sustained an injury during a training session leading up to the game. While the specifics of the injury were not disclosed, Jaker remained optimistic, stating that they hope to have Litton back in action soon for the remainder of the tournament.
His absence is a significant blow to Bangladesh, especially considering his experience and leadership in high-pressure matches.
Despite the setback, Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bowl first, opting to make use of any early assistance from the pitch under the lights at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The decision is in line with the trend observed throughout the tournament, where chasing has often been the preferred strategy due to dew and slightly improved batting conditions in the second innings.
With a spot in the Asia Cup final on the line, this match carries high stakes for both teams. For Bangladesh, the leadership of Jaker Ali and the performance of the playing XI will now be under sharper focus as they look to overcome the absence of their regular skipper and take a step closer to the title.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/abhishek-sharma-gets-run-out-for-75-as-bangladesh-pulls-off-stunning-fielding-masterclass-during-ind-vs-ban-asia-cup-2025-super-4-clash-video
