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Israel intercepts missile from Yemen after airstrikes on Houthi targets

Venus L Peñaflor
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Israel intercepts missile from Yemen after airstrikes on Houthi targets

JERUSALEM. The Israeli military announced on Sunday that it successfully intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, hours after conducting airstrikes on Houthi positions in the western Yemeni city of Hodeidah. This latest escalation follows a deadly drone attack by the Houthis on Tel Aviv.

The Israeli airstrikes, executed by U.S.-made F-15 and F-35 warplanes, were in direct response to the Houthi drone attack on Tel Aviv which resulted in one fatality and significant damage. Israel’s defense minister, Yoav Gallant, stated, “The fire that is burning now in Hodeidah, is seen across the Middle East and the significance is clear,” and pledged to conduct further strikes as necessary.

The Hodeidah strikes targeted key Houthi facilities and were a part of Israel’s broader response to an increased frequency of Houthi attacks. The Israeli military reported that the missile fired early Sunday was intercepted before reaching Israeli soil.

In response to the Israeli strikes, Houthi spokesman Mohammed Abdulsalam condemned the actions as “blatant Israeli aggression,” targeting fuel storage and a power station in Hodeidah. He warned that such attacks would only increase Yemeni resolve to support Gaza, asserting that “there will be impactful strikes.”

The Hodeidah port is a critical supply route for Yemen, which has been in turmoil since 2014 when the Houthis seized northern regions and forced the internationally recognized government into exile. The ongoing conflict has resulted in over 150,000 casualties and a severe humanitarian crisis.

In related developments, the U.S. Central Command reported the destruction of a Houthi aerial vehicle over the Red Sea on Saturday. Additionally, the Houthis targeted a Liberia-flagged container vessel in the Red Sea on Sunday, causing minor damage but no casualties.

Despite international efforts to counter Houthi attacks, including those by the U.S. and U.K., the conflict continues unabated. Analysts and Western intelligence services suspect Iranian support for the Houthis, although Tehran denies these allegations. The Houthis possess an array of missiles and drones, capable of reaching southern Israel, and regularly showcase their arsenal.

Milan court orders journalist to pay $5,400 for mocking PM Meloni’s height

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Milan court orders journalist to pay $5,400 for mocking PM Meloni’s height

ROME. A Milan court has ruled that journalist Giulia Cortese must pay Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni €5,000 (approximately $5,400) in damages for a tweet mocking Meloni’s height. The court also imposed a suspended fine of €1,200 (around $1,300) on Cortese for what was deemed “body shaming.”

The tweet in question, posted on October 2021, featured a jibe about Meloni’s height and was part of a broader social media dispute between the two. Meloni, then a leader of the far-right Brothers of Italy party, had previously reacted to a mocked-up photo posted by Cortese, which included an image of the late fascist leader Benito Mussolini in the background.

In response to the court’s decision, Cortese criticized the ruling on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “Italy’s government has a serious problem with freedom of expression and journalistic dissent.” She further commented, “Let’s hope for better days ahead. We won’t give up!”

Meloni, whose height is listed as between 1.58 meters (5 feet 2 inches) and 1.63 meters (5 feet 4 inches) on various media websites, has indicated that any damages awarded to her will be donated to charity, according to her lawyer.

The case highlights ongoing concerns about press freedom in Italy. Reporters Without Borders noted a high number of lawsuits against journalists in its 2024 World Press Freedom Index, which led to Italy dropping five places to 46th.

Meloni has a history of legal actions against journalists, including a recent case involving best-selling author Roberto Saviano, who was fined €1,000 ($1,088) for insulting her on television over her immigration policies.

Bagyong Butchoy, lumabas na ng PAR; bagyong Carina, lalakas pa

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Bagyong Butchoy, lumabas na ng PAR; bagyong Carina, lalakas pa

MAYNILA. Lumabas na ng Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) ang bagyong Butchoy, habang pumasok naman ang bagyong Carina sa bansa. Ayon sa PAGASA, inaasahan na lalakas si Carina at maaabot ang kategoryang tropical storm sa loob ng susunod na 12 hanggang 24 oras.

Noong Sabado ng umaga, unang namataan si Butchoy sa layong 565 kilometro kanluran ng Iba, Zambales. Bagamat umalis na siya sa PAR, magpapatuloy ang epekto ng bagyong Carina, na inaasahang magpapalakas sa Habagat, magdudulot ng katamtaman hanggang malakas na ulan sa buong kanlurang bahagi ng Luzon hanggang Martes.

Ang Habagat ay magdadala rin ng masungit na panahon sa mga baybaying dagat at upland areas, partikular sa Kalayaan Islands, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, Bicol Region, Western Visayas, Zambales, Bataan, at Metro Manila hanggang Linggo. Ayon sa PAGASA, si Carina ay inaasahang kikilos sa pangkalahatang direksyon ng hilagang-kanluran.

Pinapayuhan ng PAGASA ang mga mangingisda at mga sasakyang pandagat na huwag maglakbay dahil sa malalaking alon na dulot ng bagyo.

Scam alerts as fake emails and sites exploit IT outages to target users

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Scam alerts as fake emails and sites exploit IT outages to target users

In the wake of the recent global IT outage linked to CrowdStrike, cybersecurity experts and agencies worldwide are issuing warnings about a surge in opportunistic scams. Although there’s no evidence that the outage itself resulted from malicious activity, bad actors are seizing the opportunity to exploit the situation.

Cybersecurity authorities in the UK and Australia are alerting the public to be wary of fraudulent emails, calls, and websites that impersonate official channels. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz emphasized the importance of verifying the authenticity of communication before downloading any fixes. “We know that adversaries and bad actors will try to exploit events like this,” Kurtz said in a blog post. “Our blog and technical support will continue to be the official channels for the latest updates.”

Troy Hunt, a cybersecurity expert and creator of the “Have I Been Pwned” website, echoed these concerns. “An incident like this that has commanded so many headlines and has people worried is a gift to scammers,” Hunt noted.

The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) has issued a warning about hackers distributing fake software fixes under the guise of CrowdStrike support. “Alert! We understand a number of malicious websites and unofficial code are being released claiming to help entities recover,” the ASD’s notice warns. The agency advises IT professionals to use only CrowdStrike’s official website for information and assistance.

Similarly, the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has urged heightened vigilance against phishing attempts. “An increase in phishing referencing this outage has already been observed, as opportunistic malicious actors seek to take advantage of the situation,” the NCSC stated.

The rise in CrowdStrike-themed domain registrations and fake websites aims to deceive IT managers and the public into downloading malicious software or disclosing sensitive information. Secureworks researchers have noted a significant increase in such activities.

Experts advise caution, emphasizing that both IT managers and individuals should rely solely on official CrowdStrike channels for information and support.

CrowdStrike CEO apologizes for global tech outage, promises recovery efforts

Venus L Peñaflor
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CrowdStrike CEO apologizes for global tech outage, promises recovery efforts

WASHINGTON. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz issued an apology for a major global tech outage that disrupted various industries on Friday, promising a thorough recovery process for affected customers.

In an interview on NBC News’ “Today” program, Kurtz expressed his regret, stating, “We’re deeply sorry for the impact that we’ve caused to customers, to travelers, to anyone affected by this, including our company.” The outage, which affected numerous sectors, has led to significant operational challenges worldwide.

Kurtz assured that many customers were in the process of rebooting their systems, with most coming back online. “Many of the customers are rebooting the system and it’s coming up and it’ll be operational,” Kurtz said. However, he acknowledged that some systems might require additional time to recover, noting, “It could be some time for some systems that won’t automatically recover.”

CrowdStrike is committed to ensuring that all customers achieve full recovery, according to Kurtz. The company is working diligently to address the issues and restore normal operations as quickly as possible.

A faulty software update grounds flights, disrupts hospitals and shakes governments

EDGARDO HERNAL
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A faulty software update grounds flights, disrupts hospitals and shakes governments

NEW YORK. A widespread software update malfunction wreaked technological havoc around the globe on Friday, leading to grounded flights, disruptions at financial institutions and news outlets, and significant issues for hospitals, small businesses, and government offices.

The outage, traced to a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, predominantly impacted customers using Microsoft Windows, the world’s leading operating system for personal computers. The issue was not related to hacking or cyberattacks, CrowdStrike confirmed. The company has since apologized and is working on a fix.

The technical glitch caused a cascade of disruptions. Thousands of flights were canceled, and tens of thousands more were delayed, affecting airports across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The summer travel season saw long queues and significant disruptions as airlines struggled with check-in and booking systems. Although the situation began to improve by late afternoon Eastern Time, residual cancellations and delays persisted due to the aftereffects.

Local TV stations in the U.S. faced broadcasting interruptions, and various state and local government agencies encountered problems with courts, motor vehicle departments, unemployment agencies, and emergency call centers. While many systems were recovering as the day progressed, the initial impact was significant.

Hospitals experienced serious disruptions to their appointment systems, leading to postponed patient visits and canceled surgeries. Alison Baulos reported that her 73-year-old father’s heart surgery in Paducah, Kentucky, was canceled due to the outage. “It does really make you just realize how much we rely on technology and how scary it is,” Baulos said. A phone message left with Baptist Hospital went unanswered.

Financial institutions also faced issues. American Express had temporary difficulties processing transactions, and TD Bank addressed online complaints about account access. Minor inconveniences were felt elsewhere, such as trouble ordering ahead at Starbucks, causing lengthy lines at some locations.

In Times Square, New York City, several giant electronic billboards displayed blue “recovery” screens shortly before 12:30 a.m., and some remained dark later in the day.

James Bore, a cyber expert, warned of the risks inherent in widespread software reliance. “All of these systems are running the same software,” Bore noted. “When things inevitably go wrong — and they will — they go wrong at a huge scale.”

Germany’s IT security chief, Claudia Plattner, indicated that a quick resolution was unlikely. “We can’t expect a very quick solution,” she said. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz acknowledged the severity of the issue and apologized, stating, “We are deeply sorry for the impact that we’ve caused to customers, to travelers, to anyone affected by this.”

CrowdStrike’s update involved “the Falcon sensor,” a product designed to block online attacks. The company’s 29,000 customers face a laborious manual fix, which may take several days or longer. Forrester analyst Allie Mellen described the situation as a major challenge given the scale of CrowdStrike’s operations.

Microsoft’s Ann Johnson confirmed that customers are receiving necessary support but could not estimate how long the recovery would take. In Alaska, the state court system resumed operations after a 12-hour repair, and Iowa’s critical technology systems were back online by mid-afternoon.

Despite the widespread impact, Capital Economics projected minimal effect on the global economy. However, cybersecurity experts cautioned against potential exploitation by bad actors, with Gartner analyst Eric Grenier warning, “Attackers will prey on organizations as a result of this.”

CrowdStrike reassured customers that its Falcon systems and security scanning were unaffected. As global systems begin to recover, the outage remains a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in our interconnected digital infrastructure.

Bomb threat sa PUP-Laguna, nagresulta sa kanselasyon ng mga exams

Arman B. Cambe
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Bomb threat sa PUP-Laguna, nagresulta sa kanselasyon ng mga exams

SAN PEDRO CITY, Laguna. Nagdulot ng pagkabahala sa Polytechnic University of the Philippines-San Pedro (PUP-San Pedro) ang isang bomb threat na iniulat noong Biyernes, na nagresulta sa pansamantalang pagkansela ng mga eksaminasyon ng mga estudyante.

Ayon kay Lt. Col. Jaime Federico Jr., hepe ng San Pedro Police, ang bomb threat na ipinadala sa email address na dathu.datubuana@gmail.com at itinuring na mula sa opisyal na email address ng PUP San Pedro Student Council (csc.pupspc1@gmail.com), ay pananakot lamang. Matapos ang tatlong oras na paghahanap sa buong campus ng Explosive Ordinance Division (EOD) at mga lokal na awtoridad kasama ang K9 dogs, idineklara ng mga operatiba na walang bomba sa lugar.

“It’s a prank or false. May schedule noong July 19 to Aug. 10 for examination of the students. We suspected that there is someone or somebody who wants to postpone the examination,” ayon kay Federico.

Ang banta ng bomba ay unang iniulat ni Johncel Tawat, 28, isang propesor, noong Biyernes ng alas-6:30 ng gabi. Sa kasalukuyan, nakikipag-ugnayan ang mga imbestigador sa anti-cyber crime unit 4A upang matukoy ang pinagmulan ng bomb threat.


Israeli settlers strengthen ties with U.S. religious right after Hamas attacks

Venus L Peñaflor
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Israeli settlers strengthen ties with U.S. religious right after Hamas attacks

ALON SHVUT, West Bank. Ruth Lieberman, a Jewish settler in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, is leveraging her connections with prominent U.S. Republicans to counter international pressure for Palestinian statehood. Lieberman, a political consultant who frequently hosts U.S. delegations, has hosted key figures such as Senator Mike Lee and House Speaker Mike Johnson, strengthening ties between Israeli settlers and the Republican Party’s religious right.

Weeks after the October 7 attack by Hamas, Lieberman hosted conservative Senator Mike Lee, a Mormon, for a Shabbat meal at her home in Alon Shvut, a major settlement in Gush Etzion. During their conversation, Lieberman emphasized that the attack had solidified Israeli opposition to Palestinian statehood. “The attack has hardened Israeli resistance to the idea of a Palestinian state,” Lieberman stated in an interview.

Such interactions, Lieberman argues, are crucial for aligning U.S. Republican views with the stance of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government. She highlighted her efforts to influence the Republican Party ahead of the upcoming U.S. elections. Lieberman and her colleagues recently met with Johnson and Lee in Washington, presenting their case against Palestinian statehood.

Despite Trump’s previous support for Israeli policies, his current position on Palestinian statehood remains ambiguous. The U.S. has traditionally supported the two-state solution, but recent events have intensified debates. “Israel has never had a better friend in the White House than Trump,” a campaign spokesperson said, though specifics on Trump’s views were not clarified.

The United Nations recently ruled that Israeli settlements in the West Bank are illegal, a decision Israel dismissed as “fundamentally wrong.” Meanwhile, U.S. President Joe Biden has renewed calls for a negotiated Palestinian state encompassing the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem.

A May poll by Tel Aviv University shows a decline in support for a two-state solution within Israel, with only 33% in favor, down from 43% before October 7. Conversely, support for annexation and restricting Palestinian rights has risen to 32%.

Israeli Rabbi Pesach Wolicki has spearheaded the “Keep God’s Land” campaign, which seeks to influence U.S. policy against the two-state solution. The campaign, supported by evangelical Christians and Jewish leaders, has grown to over 1,000 members.

Southern Baptist pastor Tony Perkins has been a significant advocate for aligning evangelical support with Israeli right-wing interests. “Support for settlers among evangelicals has increased since the Hamas attack,” Perkins noted. The attack, which resulted in over 1,200 Israeli casualties and around 150 hostages, has shifted U.S. evangelical opinion.

Recent U.S. legislative proposals reflect this shift, such as Congresswoman Claudia Tenney’s bill to use the biblical terms “Judea and Samaria” instead of the West Bank in official documents. The bill, which has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, signifies a growing alignment with Israeli right-wing terminology.

As settlement expansion accelerates, the U.N. reports a 30% increase in the Israeli population in the West Bank over the past decade. This expansion and the related violence have prompted sanctions from the U.S. and EU, though Lieberman and her supporters argue that such actions exacerbate conflict.

David Friedman, former U.S. ambassador to Israel, now advocates for a single expanded Israel, a position he likens to Puerto Rico’s status. “We need to reach an agreement with the Palestinians to ensure peace,” said Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesperson for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, emphasizing the ongoing need for a resolution.

Nguyen Phu Trong, Vietnam’s longtime leader and proponent of ‘bamboo diplomacy,’ passes away

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Nguyen Phu Trong, Vietnam’s longtime leader and proponent of ‘bamboo diplomacy,’ passes away

HANOI. Nguyen Phu Trong, who led Vietnam for over a decade and championed a nuanced foreign policy known as “bamboo diplomacy,” has died at the age of 80. The ruling Communist Party of Vietnam announced that Trong’s death was due to “old age and serious illness.”

Trong, who became the general secretary of the Communist Party in 2011, wielded significant power in one of the world’s few remaining one-party states. He also served as Vietnam’s president from 2018 to 2020. His tenure was marked by a controversial anti-corruption campaign and a strategic balancing act between major global powers.

In 2017, Trong initiated a sweeping anti-corruption drive known as the “blazing furnace,” aimed at curbing graft and political corruption. The campaign led to the arrest and resignation of numerous senior officials but also faced criticism for being politically motivated and contributing to a stifling of dissent. Trong famously remarked, “The furnace is heating up, even fresh firewood can be burnt,” reflecting his aggressive stance on corruption.

Despite his efforts, Trong’s anti-corruption measures did not fully eradicate graft, as demonstrated by the financial scandal in late 2022 involving real estate tycoon Truong My Lan. The scandal, which led to a significant bank run, required a costly intervention by Vietnam’s central bank, amounting to over $24 billion.

Trong’s foreign policy approach, characterized by “more friends, fewer foes,” led to a significant diplomatic reconfiguration. Under his leadership, Vietnam elevated its relations with several countries, including a notable visit by U.S. President Joe Biden to Hanoi in September 2023, which marked Vietnam’s elevation of the United States to its highest diplomatic status alongside China, Russia, India, and South Korea. This was followed by a visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping and a diplomatic boost for Japan.

Trong’s health had been deteriorating in recent months, and he had increasingly missed public events. On Thursday, his responsibilities as party chief were taken over by President To Lam.

Born in the suburbs of Hanoi, Trong was educated in philology and political science. His modest lifestyle and rejection of expensive gifts were well-documented, though his leadership was also marked by efforts to consolidate power and promote his image through extensive party publications.

Trong’s legacy includes his role in Vietnam’s remarkable economic growth. Since the implementation of the “Doi Moi” reforms in 1986, Vietnam transformed from a war-ravaged agrarian society into one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies. Under Trong’s leadership, the country maintained an average GDP growth rate of 5.8% over the past decade, even amid the global pandemic.

His tenure saw the longest-serving party chief role in modern Vietnam, second only to Le Duan, who led the country for 26 years. Trong is survived by his wife and two children, who, unlike many high-ranking officials, have pursued ordinary public service roles.

As Vietnam reflects on Trong’s contributions and controversies, his influence on both domestic policy and international relations remains a significant chapter in the nation’s modern history.

Red Cross nagbabala sa panganib ng leptospirosis ngayong tag-ulan

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Red Cross nagbabala sa panganib ng leptospirosis ngayong tag-ulan

MAYNILA. Nagbigay ng babala ang Philippine Red Cross (PRC) sa publiko na mag-ingat laban sa leptospirosis, kasunod ng malalakas na pag-ulan at pagbaha na naganap sa Visayas at Mindanao.

Ayon sa ulat mula sa Red Cross chapters, apektado na ang mahigit 58,000 pamilya sa mga katimugang rehiyon ng bansa dahil sa pagbaha, na nagpapataas ng panganib ng leptospirosis. Noong Hulyo 18, ang PRC ay namahagi ng mahigit 1,000 Doxycycline, isang prophylactic agent laban sa leptospirosis, sa mga residente ng Zamboanga City.

Tiniyak ni PRC Chairman at CEO Dick Gordon na ang Red Cross at ang mga lokal na kabanata nito sa Mindanao ay nakatuon sa pagtulong at pagprotekta sa mga komunidad mula sa leptospirosis. “We are committed to securing our kababayan from leptospirosis. Infection risk is high in flood-hit communities since the area becomes a breeding ground for rats and mosquitoes. Our staff and volunteers are working hard to raise awareness and implement our health campaigns,” ani Gordon.

Pinayuhan ni Gordon ang publiko na iwasan ang paglangoy o paglubog sa posibleng kontaminadong tubig; gumamit ng tamang proteksyon tulad ng bota at guwantes upang maiwasan ang pagkakalantad sa kontaminadong tubig; alisan ng tubig ang mga posibleng kontaminadong lugar; at panatilihin ang isang “rodent-free” na tahanan upang mapanatili ang kaligtasan.

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