The participation of Austria in Miss Universe 2026 remains uncertain after the death of this year’s Miss Austria Lucia Šišić at the age of 22. She was also confirmed to be deceased by a message from Mission Austria, which said in a statement of “shock” and deep “sorrow” they remember her as “a valuable part of the Miss Austria family.” …

The upcoming 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi from 12 to 13 September 2026 is not just another diplomatic meeting as the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to attend. Known by Indian PM Narendra Modi himself, Marcos will use this summit to highlight the Philippines’ priorities as Chair of ASEAN in 2026, while having a direct …

The UEFA Champions League 2026-27 is getting underway after the league format changed and now has 36 teams instead of the group stage of the past. Each club faces a total of 8 teams of which 4 will be played at home and 4 in away. The results will decide who will reach the elimination rounds, who will be sent …

Apple’s high-end device in the Philippines, the iPhone 18 Pro Max features a 48MP variable aperture camera system, an A20 Pro chip, and built-in Starlink satellite connectivity, among its supplied specs. However, the one thing that counts most for buyers is the price of the car. The Apple Premium Resellers, such as Power Mac Center or Beyond the Box, will …

Tawthalin Regatta Festival is one of the most unique seasonal festivals in Myanmar, which includes competitive rowing as well as community celebration and centuries of cultural history. Generally, the boat races are held from around August to September when waterways provide good racing conditions as per traditional Myanmar calendar, month 6. Several culturally important spots that can be visited for …

Europe’s biggest clubs are back in action as the UEFA Champions League Matchday 1 approaches from September 8–10, 2026. BeIN SPORTS will stream the games live to fans in Malaysia and throughout Southeast Asia, while selected live games will be available in beIN SPORTS channels and on the beIN SPORTS app for fans of Malaysian Astro subscribers. Real Madrid have …

The largest night of all for television is just around the corner. The 78th Emmy Awards 2026 are set to spark Hollywood’s biggest TV stars to roll into Los Angeles on Monday, September 14, hosted by Mariska Hargitay in the Peacock Theater. The ceremony will be broadcast through various broadcasters and streaming services, depending on the viewer’s location, whether it’s …

Now it is easier for qualified Filipino citizens to apply for the SSS LoanLite. The Social Security System members were able to apply for SSS LoanLite starting September 8, 2026, via UnionDigital Bank’s mobile app. The digital microloan has been designed to provide ₱1,000 to ₱20,000, with short repayment periods, and here is the most important part – no need …

History has shown, a military victory doesn’t automatically mean the same result politically, when superior weaponry is deployed. Conventionally strong forces have repeatedly foundered in their battles against insurgent opponents that possessed little military strength but possessed the greater strategic sensibility and ability to be patient and to rely on local support and political endurance. This is the Asymmetry Paradox. …

The Malaysian event of haze has highlighted one of the persistent environmental issues among ASEAN countries: the performance of cooperation and assurance is still inadequate. Hazardous air pollution is impacting parts of Malaysia and countries in the region are facing a crisis that requires an in-depth look at current ASEAN transboundary haze mechanisms by Minister of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. …