Philippines' Alexandra Eala Wins First WTA Title at Washington Open
Alexandra Eala staged a comeback to defeat top seed Jessica Pegula, becoming the first Filipino to win a WTA Tour-level singles title.
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Alexandra Eala staged a comeback to defeat top seed Jessica Pegula, becoming the first Filipino to win a WTA Tour-level singles title.
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Heavy rain on August 2, 2026, disrupted major tennis tournaments across North America, suspending the Washington Open women's final and halting play at the Canadian Open in Toronto and Montreal.
CNA Latest News | Aug 3, 2026, 12:38 AM
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Top-seeded American Jessica Pegula defeated Diana Shnaider to reach the Washington Open final, where she will face Philippines' Alexandra Eala, who beat Naomi Osaka.
CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 12:55 AMworld
At the 149-year-old Wimbledon tournament, tradition meets intense competition as players battle for tennis glory.
CNA Latest News | Jul 14, 2026, 6:13 PM
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At Wimbledon’s fourth round, rising star Alexandra Eala aims to continue her impressive run against two-time Grand Slam finalist Jasmine Paolini, while Taylor Fritz prepares for a challenging match against Alexander Bublik.
CNA Latest News | Jul 5, 2026, 5:37 PM
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Manila’s recent submission on extended continental shelf rights to the UN could challenge ASEAN consensus-building amid ongoing South China Sea disputes.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 5:51 PM
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Footage from a commercial drone reveals Chinese warship activity near the Philippines, highlighting emerging intelligence concerns.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 11:24 AM
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The World Bank projects a slower economic recovery for the Philippines in 2026 amid weak investment and constrained consumption, with inflation expected to ease in 2027.
CNA Latest News | Aug 3, 2026, 7:22 AM
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Manila considers adopting Kyiv’s low-cost drone technology to enhance maritime surveillance, though adapting battlefield drones to sea disputes presents challenges.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 1:32 AM
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China’s military issues stern warning following Manila’s efforts to assert claims over Scarborough Shoal, accompanied by joint naval and air drills.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 1:06 PM
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Since 2016, Filipino workers have become a preferred choice for housekeeping roles in Japan, supported by legal reforms and rising dual-income households.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 6:42 AM
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As military tensions rise over Greenland, the island’s Southeast Asian migrant community confronts growing economic and social pressures.
CNA Latest News | Aug 1, 2026, 10:25 PM
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Rapid growth in artificial intelligence development across Asia is encountering significant limitations due to energy supply issues.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 1, 2026, 8:59 PM
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The Hong Kong Observatory warns of heavy rain and squally thunderstorms affecting southern China’s coast, with multiple landslide reports already received.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 3:15 PM
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A joint inquiry by 101 East and Lighthouse Reports exposes shortcomings in the Philippines’ ambitious reforestation efforts launched in 2011.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 2:07 PM
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China's military held joint combat exercises near Scarborough Shoal and announced a new policy banning unauthorized activities in the adjacent nature reserve.
CNA Latest News | Aug 1, 2026, 8:48 AM
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China’s military staged joint exercises near a disputed reef days after condemning the Philippines’ territorial claims in the South China Sea.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 5:39 AM
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Filipino food exporter Dry Tech Manufacturing targets India’s vast vegetarian population, highlighting Southeast Asia’s growing pivot to India as a strategic partner.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 2:03 AM
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As the People’s Liberation Army approaches its 100th anniversary, Beijing pushes for a world-class military to break US-led chokepoints across key Asia-Pacific islands.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 1:08 AM
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The recent 30-year nuclear agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia underscores shifting global power dynamics and challenges longstanding non-proliferation standards amid uncertain regional responses.
ABC Australia News | Jul 31, 2026, 8:51 PM
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Manila aims to attract foreign investment and strengthen local supply chains with significant co-funding for battery production.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 11:22 AM
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The Football Association of Singapore confirms the Lions will face Indonesia, Malaysia, and India in the new regional tournament aimed at developing football in Southeast Asia.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 6:58 AM
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Japan records a second consecutive monthly trade deficit in June, while the Philippines experiences a growing monthly deficit, reflecting the economic pressures from high energy costs and regional instability.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 6:45 AM
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Calls for increased defence contributions from US allies in Asia-Pacific spark debate over reliance on Washington and potential shifts in global arms dynamics.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 29, 2026, 11:10 PMShowing 1-24 of 84 articles.