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Articles by Their IQs
Our brain and our bragging right
By their IQs – intelligence quotients, that is – you shall know them. So every so often, the IQs of nations of the world are measured. Per the latest, ours is not really that bad – needing more improvement, no doubt—but not among the best, let alone the best, in the world, or in Asia for that matter. The latest IQ report shows the Philippine average at 81, which is 111th out of 199 countries. Our average IQ was found lower than that of North Korea (91), Myanmar (90), Irag (89) and Afghanistan (82).
Back-to-back shootings in California, Iowa and Washington leave communities grieving Original
CNN — A series of back-to-back shootings have made for a heart-wrenching several days in multiple cities across the country that now join a growing list of American communities scarred by gun violence. “Only in America do we see this kind of carnage – this kind of chaos, this kind of disruption of communities, and lives, and confidence and sense of safety and belonging,” California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Tuesday after his state suffered 3 mass shootings in just 3 days.
Ukraine wants longer range missiles as Russia learns from its mistakes Original
CNN — Ukrainian officials say the Russians are learning from their battlefield mistakes and making it harder for Ukraine’s missiles to hit their ammunition depots and logistics hubs. That’s why, they say, Ukraine needs longer range missiles that can reach inside Russia. They also believe the appointment of Gen. Valery Gerasimov as the commander of Russia’s offensive in Ukraine is a last throw of the dice by the Kremlin after multiple reshuffles of its military hierarchy.
Jin Tian cargo ship capsizes off coast of Japan with 22 aboard Original
Tokyo CNN — Five crew members have been rescued and efforts are underway to save 17 others after a cargo ship capsized off Japan’s Nagasaki prefecture on Wednesday, the Japan Coast Guard told CNN. The coast guard said it received a distress signal from the Hong Kong-flagged vessel Jin Tian late on Tuesday night as it cruised 110 kilometers (68 miles) west of the Danjo Islands in the East China Sea.
'Polo Polo,' popular Mexican comedian, dead at 78 Original
CNN — Mexican comedian Leopoldo Roberto Garcia Pelaez Benitez, who performed as “Polo Polo,” died on Monday, his family announced. He was 78. His son, Paul Garcia, told Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca that his father had vascular dementia and died of natural causes at his home. Born in Leon, Guanajuato, Benitez was known for his colorful jokes and rose to fame in the 1980s. The comedian also starred in a number of television series, including “La Escuelita VIP” in 2004 in which he played himself.
'Spare': The British royal family's response to Prince Harry's memoir is telling Original
Editor’s Note: A version of this story appeared in the January 10 edition of CNN’s Royal News, a weekly dispatch bringing you the inside track on Britain’s royal family. Sign up here. London CNN — Last week was all about the Duke of Sussex. This week, it’s the royal family’s turn. Considering the disclosures from the vexed prince – both in his book, “Spare,” and his promotional media appearances – many were curious about how the clan would handle returning to the public eye after the holidays.
Taiwan to allow women into military reserve force training as China fears grow Original
Hong Kong CNN — Taiwan’s military on Tuesday rolled out plans to allow women to volunteer for reserve force training for the first time, as China continues to ramp up military pressure on the democratic self-ruled island. The Taiwanese Defense Ministry said it will allow 220 discharged female soldiers to enroll in the training starting from the second quarter of this year. Maj. Gen.
Ons Jabeur is one of a number of Muslim making history in sport. These are their hopes for the next generation Original
CNN — Don’t be surprised if we hear more about Muslim women in sports this year. Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur is the No. 2 seed at the first grand slam of the 2023 tennis season – the Australian Open, which got underway on Monday. Jabeur turned heads in 2022 with thrilling performances at Wimbledon and the US Open, and she’s not the only Muslim woman athlete in the spotlight.
Europe's warm winter is robbing Putin of a trump card Original
London CNN — Ever since Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his troops to invade Ukraine, one question has troubled European governments more than almost any other: What happens if Moscow turns off the gas? The threat of cutting Russian gas supplies for European countries, many of whom have relied on it for years to heat their homes and power their factories, was a trump card that Putin could play if the war he started last February dragged into a long winter.
'The closer I got, the more it looked like hell': Dnipro reels from deadly Russian missile strike | CNN Original
Dnipro, Ukraine CNN — In Dnipro, there is grief, exhaustion and anger. Early on Saturday afternoon, as families relaxed at home in the central Ukrainian city, a Russian cruise missile struck a nine-story apartment building overlooking a park near the river, killing at least 30 people. The core of that building is now gone, transformed into a mountain of jumbled concrete.
5 things to know on January 15, 2022: Start your week smart: Severe weather, Nepal plane crash, Ukraine, NFL playoffs, Robbie Knievel Original
CNN — Tales of a mythical spring that restores the youth of anyone who drinks or bathes in its magic waters have existed for thousands of years. And while explorers never did locate the Fountain of Youth, a group of scientists has conducted experiments that show aging is a reversible process – capable of being driven “forwards and backwards at will.” Here’s what else you need to know to Start Your Week Smart.
Flight carrying family of Iranian soccer legend Ali Daei forced to return | CNN Original
CNN — The family of an Iranian soccer great was prevented by authorities in the Islamic Republic from leaving the country on Monday. A Dubai-bound flight carrying the wife and daughter of Ali Daei was forced to return to Iran, the country’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported. Daei is a critic of the government.
They were welcomed into British homes. Celebrating their first Christmas together, Ukrainians wonder if that hospitality will last | CNN Original
Henley-on-Thames, England CNN — Last year, Nataliia Doroshko, a 35-year-old lawyer, celebrated St. Nicholas Day with friends and family in her home city of Cherkasy, on the snowy banks of the Dnipro River, downstream from the Ukrainian capital Kyiv. During the party, one of the men snuck away and returned dressed as St. Nicholas, a Santa Claus-like figure known as “Sviatyij Mykolai” in Ukraine, she recalled.
A bizarre trend: Was 2022 the year of the cannibal? Original
CNN — Whatever you craved from the content gods in 2022, one thing that probably wasn’t on your preferred menu: Multiple stories that focused on, explored, and even celebrated cannibalism. Yes, movies and TV shows about people eating people. This sudden cultural preoccupation with the taste of human flesh could potentially be considered our natural next course after the overly-trodden genre booms of vampire and zombie tales from the last 20-something years.
For first known time in public, Putin calls fighting in Ukraine a 'war' | CNN Original
CNN — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday used the word “war” to refer to the conflict in Ukraine, the first known time he has publicly deviated from his carefully crafted description of Moscow’s invasion as a “special military operation” 10 months after it began. “Our goal is not to spin the flywheel of military conflict, but, on the contrary, to end this war,” Putin told reporters in Moscow, after attending a State Council meeting on youth policy.
UK strikes: Paramedics and nurses have joined Britain's wave of strikes. What's behind the disputes? Original
London CNN — Another day, another round of strikes in Britain. As the Christmas holidays approach, railway workers have brought the transport network to a standstill. Border Force staff are preparing to walk out. Postal workers, bus drivers and civil servants are either in the middle of strike action or threatening to strike. This week, nurses staged their biggest walkout in decades.
Argentina's Lionel Messi says he wants to continue 'living a few more games being world champion' Original
CNN — Ever since he was a young boy growing up in Rosario, Lionel Messi’s ultimate dream was to win the World Cup for Argentina. He finally achieved that dream on Sunday, in the last World Cup match of his career, after a month that featured some of the finest individual moments fans have ever seen from the little magician. Messi has never hidden his desire to win the World Cup for his homeland and it’s been a goal that has bordered on an obsession for much of his life.
As games draws to a close, plight of migrant workers has cast a shadow over World Cup | CNN Original
Nairobi, Kenya CNN — Boniface Barasa worked for three years as a construction worker in Qatar, but the life-long football fan now says he was so traumatized by the experience that he was torn about watching matches during the World Cup. Barasa, 38, says he witnessed a co-worker die after collapsing from the extreme heat, which can get as high as 120 degrees. He suspects that person could have been dehydrated because of limited water breaks offered to workers.
Before dramatic Buffalo Bills victory, game was paused due to fans throwing snowballs onto field Original
CNN — The Buffalo Bills claimed victory in a last-second 32-29 win over the Miami Dolphins Saturday night, a dramatic win after the game was briefly paused due to fans throwing snowballs onto the field. During the pause at Buffalo’s Highmark Stadium, officials announced that if anyone on the field is hit with a snowball, a 15-yard penalty would be assessed against the Bills, according to the NFL Network broadcast.
New York City's ban on foie gras violates law, New York state says Original
CNN — The State of New York has determined that New York City’s ban on foie gras, stuffed goose or duck liver, violates state law, according to documents filed in New York City Superior Court. The state Department of Agriculture and Markets informed city officials Wednesday that the ban “unreasonably restricts” the operations of two farms that sued the city over the ban,La Belle Farm and Hudson Valley Foie Gras.
A-League Melbourne derby abandoned after chaotic pitch invasion
The A-League derby between Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory was abandoned amid chaotic scenes following a pitch invasion on Saturday in which City goalkeeper Tom Glover was left bloodied after he was struck in the face. Glover was hit by a metal bucket used to dispose of flares as fans from the Victory end stormed onto the pitch after the 20-minute mark of the game with City leading 1-0 at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium.
NYPD will no longer detain individuals at length while running background checks, according to settlement Original
CNN — The New York Police Department has agreed to prohibit officers from detaining anyone while running background checks on outstanding warrants in many instances, including in the event a person encounters police for minor violations, according to a class action lawsuit settled by the city on Friday. Officers will only be able to detain someone if they have a reasonable suspicion that a crime is about to or has already been committed, according to the settlement.
Tyler Perry opens up about his past suicide attempts as he mourns Stephen 'tWitch' Boss
Editor’s Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to connect with a trained counselor or visit the Lifeline site. CNN — Tyler Perry is opening up about his mental health history after the death of Stephen “tWitch” Boss. Boss, a professional dancer, actor and the former DJ and co-executive producer for the “Ellen DeGeneres Show,” died by suicide on Tuesday at age 40.
Russian missile strikes pound Ukraine, knocking out power and putting entire country under air-raid alarm Original
Kyiv, Ukraine CNN — A fresh barrage of Russian missile attacks across Ukraine on Friday morning put the entire country under air-raid alarm and sent people scrambling for shelter as explosions sounded overhead, with strikes hitting critical infrastructure and knocking out power. “The enemy is massively attacking Ukraine. Increased danger.
Gianluca Vialli steps away from Italy duties for health reasons
Reuters — Former Italy striker Gianluca Vialli is stepping away from his role with the national federation for health reasons, the 58-year-old who has pancreatic cancer said on Wednesday. “At the end of a long and difficult negotiation with my wonderful team of oncologists, I have decided to suspend, hopefully temporarily, my present and future professional commitments,” said Vialli, head of delegation of the Azzurri.
Andrew Flintoff, former England cricket captain, hospitalized after accident during 'Top Gear' filming | CNN Original
London CNN — Former England cricket captain Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff has been hospitalized after an accident during filming of the popular motoring show “Top Gear.” The incident occurred at the Dunsfold Aerodrome track in Surrey, southern England, which features regularly in the BBC show. “Freddie was injured in an accident at the Top Gear test track yesterday morning – with crew medics attending the scene immediately,” a BBC spokesperson told CNN on Wednesday.
Opinion: Arizona governor's immigration stunt isn't fooling anyone Original
Editor’s Note: Raul A. Reyes is an attorney and a member of the USA Today board of contributors. Follow him on Twitter @RaulAReyes. The opinions expressed in this commentary are his own. View more opinion on CNN. CNN — With his term almost over, outgoing Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey is leaving a monument, of sorts, behind. Ducey’s administration has been placing enormous empty shipping containers along an eastern stretch of the Grand Canyon State’s border with Mexico.
Former US pilot held in Australia faces charges over training Chinese military pilot
Former US Marine pilot Daniel Duggan, who was arrested earlier this year in Australia, is accused of breaking US arms control law by training Chinese military pilots to land on aircraft carriers, according to an indictment unsealed by a US court. The 2017 indictment, released Friday by the District of Columbia court, said “Duggan provided military training to PRC (People’s Republic of China) pilots” through a South African flight school on three occasions in 2010 and 2012.
A Central Park entrance to be named for the exonerated 'Central Park Five' Original
CNN — An entrance to Central Park will be named the “Gate of the Exonerated” to honor the group of Black and Hispanic teens known as the “Central Park Five” who were wrongfully convicted of beating and raping a White female jogger in the park more than 30 years ago. Individuals from the group, also known as the “Exonerated Five,” each served several years in prison before being exonerated in 2002.
Kosovo calls for NATO intervention after weekend of violence amid rising ethnic tensions
CNN — Kosovo’s Prime Minister urged NATO peacekeeping troops to intervene after minority Serb protesters blocked roads and unknown gunmen exchanged fire with police over the weekend amid rising ethnic tensions in the country’s restive north. At a news conference in Kosovo’s capital Pristina on Sunday, Prime Minister Albin Kurti asked the Kosovo Force (KFOR), a NATO-led international peacekeeping force, to guarantee “freedom of movement,” as he accused “criminal gangs” of blocking roads.
Grant Wahl: A charming, kind and talented journalist Original
CNN — It was 5 a.m and I couldn’t sleep; my mind was replaying the extraordinary drama of Argentina’s penalty shootout victory over the Netherlands, over and over again. And then I checked my phone. I thought I was going to throw up. The American soccer journalist Grant Wahl, who’d also been covering the game at Lusail, had died. At first, social media was full of concerned rumors, but then came the horrifying confirmation. It all seemed so sudden, and too bizarre, to be true.
Morocco's historic World Cup achievement hailed worldwide
CNN — As the first African and first Arab country to reach the World Cup semifinals, Morocco’s soccer team now represents so much more than its own nation as its achievements have united a region and continent in celebration. The Moroccan flag was displayed in cities all around the world on Saturday, as fans celebrated the Atlas Lions’ historic 1-0 victory over Portugal.
Kylian Mbappé is reaching speeds of 22 miles per hour at the World Cup. Can anyone stop him? Original
CNN — Ahead of its World Cup quarterfinal against France, England has a problem to solve. Namely, how to stop the tournament’s top scorer, Kylian Mbappé, from adding to his tally. “Nineteen other teams in [France’s] Ligue 1 – and others in the Champions League – have been waiting for a solution,” French midfielder Youssouf Fofana told reporters this week when asked how to contain the Paris Saint-Germain star. “The truth will come on the pitch.
South Carolina prosecutors reveal alleged motive in Murdaugh murder case Original
CNN — South Carolina prosecutors have put forth what they believe was Alex Murdaugh’s motive for killing his wife and son. He wanted to distract attention from the illicit schemes he was running to avoid financial ruin, they allege in a motion filed Thursday. “The evidence will show Murdaugh accrued substantial debts over a period of years and to uncover those debts began engaging in illicit financial crimes,” prosecutors wrote in the filing.
US citizen Anne Sacoolas handed suspended sentence for causing death of British teenager Harry Dunn | CNN Original
London CNN — American citizen Anne Sacoolas was sentenced to eight months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months, at the Old Bailey in London for causing the death of British teenager Harry Dunn in a fatal traffic collision in August 2019, meaning she will not have to go to jail. Sacoolas pleaded guilty in October to causing death by careless driving, punishable by up to five years in prison.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Portuguese Football Federation denies reports that star threatened to walk out of World Cup camp Original
CNN — The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) on Thursday denied that star forward Cristiano Ronaldo had threatened to leave the World Cup squad after being named as a substitute against Switzerland earlier this week. The 37-year-old striker was dropped from the starting lineup for Tuesday’s last 16 clash with his replacement, Benfica forward Gonçalo Ramos, stepping up to score a sublime hat-trick as Portugal thumped the Swiss 6-1.
How you sleep can cause neck and back pain | CNN Original
Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Sleep, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. CNN — Neck pain may have many causes: Stress, poor posture, texting, injuries from sports, car or other accidents and chronic illnesses such as fibromyalgia, to name a few. But there’s another culprit you may not be considering — how you sleep.
Deion Sanders is hired as the next football head coach for the University of Colorado Original
CNN — Coach Prime is officially heading to Boulder, Colorado. Football legend Deion Sanders has been named the new University of Colorado football head coach, the school announced Saturday. Sanders will be leaving Jackson State University, where he coached the Tigers for the past three seasons, compiling a record of 26-5 – including going undefeated this season. The Tigers won the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) championship earlier Saturday, defeating Southern University 43-24.
LeBron James passes Magic Johnson on NBA's career assists list Original
CNN — LeBron James moved past Magic Johnson for sixth place on the NBA’s all-time assists list as the Los Angeles Lakers took a hard earned 133-129 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Lakers great’s ninth assist in the game – which came in the fourth quarter, with James finding Anthony Davis for a three pointer on the right wing – saw him surpass Johnson’s 10,141.
'I wanted to resume my transition at all costs.' Trans Ukrainians uprooted by war struggle to continue treatment Original
Chisinau, Moldova and London CNN — The best day of Eric’s life came just days before the worst. After years of waiting, dozens of tests and a two-week stay on a psychiatric ward, Eric was finally getting his first testosterone shot. Eric is a 23-year-old transgender man from Ukraine. Assigned female at birth, he says starting hormone therapy was a major step in his quest to become his true self. “It was utter happiness.
Brazil soccer legend Pele thanks supporters during monthly hospital visit | CNN Original
Brazilian soccer legend Pele on Thursday said in an Instagram post that he is at the hospital for a monthly visit and thanked his supporters for the positive messages he has received. The 82-year old former forward, known as one of the greatest players of all time, posted a photo in which a picture of his face is projected on a building in Qatar, next to a message which says “Get well soon.” “Friends, I am at the hospital making my monthly visit,” he said in the post.
Soaking up the atmosphere at Qatar 2022: What it's like at a 'dry' World Cup | CNN Original
Doha, Qatar CNN — Drinking alcohol before, during and after soccer matches is a habit loved by many supporters around the world. But, at Qatar 2022, alcohol is not as readily available. That’s because two days before the start of the 2022 tournament, soccer’s world governing body FIFA confirmed a ban of alcoholic beverages at the eight stadiums hosting the World Cup.
Tesla stock price could hit $150 before year-end, warn Morgan Stanley analysts
© Reuters. Tesla (TSLA) stock price could hit $150 before year-end, warns Morgan Stanley's Jonas By Senad Karaahmetovic Morgan Stanley analysts conceded that Elon Musk’s recent deal to take Twitter private is affecting “some consumers’ sentiment” regarding the electric vehicle (EV) maker.
Return To Paradise: Makilala kaya ni Rina si Mrs. Madrigal? | Teaser Ep. 46
× Return To Paradise: Makilala kaya ni Rina si Mrs. Madrigal? | Teaser Ep. 46 Simula na ang paghihiganti ni Amanda kay Rina bilang si Mrs. Madrigal. Subaybayan ang 'Return To Paradise,' Lunes hanggang Biyernes, 3:25 p.m. sa GMA Afternoon Prime. Tags: eula valdes,teresa loyzaga,allen dizon,derrick monasterio,elle villanueva Return To Paradise: Meet Mrs. Madrigal | Teaser Ep. 45 Ang bagong Amanda ay si Mrs. Madrigal. Ano kaya ang magiging reaksyon ni Rina tungkol dito?
Opinion: Businesses strike back as DeSantis criticizes corporate America
Editor’s Note: Ruth Ben-Ghiat (@ruthbenghiat), a frequent contributor to CNN Opinion, is professor of history and Italian studies at New York University and the author of “Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present.” She publishes the newsletter Lucid on threats to democracy. The views expressed here are her own. Read more opinion on CNN. CNN — “Florida is fighting back,” tweeted Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Aug. 22.
Eat Bulaga: Lalaking tatlong taon nang fruit picker, kumikita ng mahigit sa 100K kada buwan!
× Eat Bulaga: Lalaking tatlong taon nang fruit picker, kumikita ng mahigit sa 100K kada buwan! Aired (June 10, 2022): Dahil sa sipag ni Allan, nakapagpundar na rin siya ng bahay sa Antipolo kahit pa tatlong taon pa lamang siya sa Australia. Tags: eat bulaga,gma network,bawal judgmental,vic sotto,joey de leon Eat Bulaga: Fruit picker sa Australia, 100K ang kinikita kada buwan! Aired (June 10, 2022): Bilang isang fruit picker sa Australia, nakapagpundar na si Mariel ng bahay at lupa sa Siargao.
Ashfall reported in several Sorsogon areas after another Bulusan Volcano eruption
Several areas in Sorsogon were covered by ashfall after Bulusan Volcano had another phreatic eruption on Sunday morning. In a Super Radyo dzBB interview, Juban, Sorsogon Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (MDRRMO) Public Information Officer Arian Aguallo said the whole municipality of Juban was covered by ashfall. “Medyo scattered po ngayon ang bagsak ng ashfall, hindi lang concentrated sa isang barangay. As of now, buong munisipyo po may traces of ashfall.
The Witch's Diner: Enzo's wish | Episode 6
× The Witch's Diner: Enzo's wish | Episode 6 Sa pagsabak ni Enzo sa diner, ano kaya ang kahilingan ng bata at bakit hindi siya natatakot na magsisi sa gagawin niya? Tags: the witchs diner,nam ji-hyun,chae jong-hyeop,song ji-hyo,episode clip The Witch's Diner: Jinny's fate | Teaser Ngayong gabi, isang bagay ang malalaman ni Jinny tungkol sa buhay na itinakda para sa kaniya. Tatalikuran niya na lang ba ito? O tatanggapin niya ang kapangyarihang iniaalok sa kaniya?
Azkals-Yemen ends in goalless draw in AFC Asian Cup qualifiers
The Philippine national men's football team opened its campaign in the third round of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers in a goalless draw against Yemen in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. With the draw, both the Azkals and Yemen will get a point in the said round. The Philippines needs to top the group, which includes Palestine and Mongolia, or be among the five best second placers to advance to the Asian Cup. The Azkals will return to action on Saturday when the play Mongolia. —JMB, GMA News
Locally developed ASF vaccine out by 2023 or 2024, says DOST
The vaccine against African swine fever (ASF) that is being developed by the local research company tapped by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) may be released by the end of 2023 or in 2024, a top official of the agency said Wednesday. During a Laging Handa briefing, DOST Undersecretary Rowena Guevara said that vaccine for the viral disease infecting pigs and wild boars usually take two years to make.
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