Day: May 31, 2025

Manila: The National Capital Region (NCR) once again emerged as the overall champion in the 65th Palarong Pambansa, closing the weeklong sporting event with an impressive haul of 117 gold, 70 silver, and 50 bronze medals. According to Philippines News Agency, the NCR’s gold medal achievements were highlighted by 36 in gymnastics and 19 in swimming. Notable contributions came from athletes Titus Rafael Sia and Sophia Rose Garra, who each secured seven golds in the elementary division, and Patricia Mae Santor, who achieved five golds in the secondary division. Calabarzon secured second place overall with a total of 47 gold

Manila: The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a strong call for governments worldwide to ban all flavored tobacco and nicotine products, citing their role in fueling addiction among youth. The appeal coincides with World No Tobacco Day on Saturday (May 31) and comes alongside a new WHO publication exposing how flavors and accessories are being used to lure young users. According to Philippines News Agency, products like cigarettes, pouches, hookahs, and e-cigarettes now come in youth-friendly flavors such as menthol, bubble gum, and cotton candy-masks that disguise their harmful contents and make them more addictive. ‘Flavors are fueling a

Nairobi: Azerbaijan has been elected as a member of the Executive Board of the United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-Habitat) for the first time during the session of the UN-Habitat Assembly held in Nairobi, Kenya on May 30. The Executive Board is a key decision-making entity within UN-Habitat and consists of 36 member states elected by the UN-Habitat Assembly. According to Philippines News Agency, Azerbaijan’s membership on the board is set to last from 2025 to 2029. This election signals a significant advancement in Azerbaijan’s participation in international urban development initiatives. Over recent years, the collaboration between Azerbaijan and UN-Habitat

Rome: More than 60,000 pilgrims from 120 countries are expected in Rome from May 30 to June 1, 2025, for the Jubilee of Families, Children, Grandparents, and the Elderly. The event will span three days and will include prayer, reflection, cultural events, and family-focused activities. According to Philippines News Agency, the pilgrims will arrive from around the globe, including significant delegations from Italy, Spain, the US, Poland, Portugal, Brazil, Mexico, the UK, and the Philippines. Numerous dioceses, associations, and movements, such as Agesci, Italian Catholic Action, the Neocatechumenal Communities, UNITALSI, the Catholic Grandparents Association, the Franciscan Movement, and the Focolare