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View in browser   |   Download our app November 19, 2024 RELIEF PACKS COMING Government employees and volunteers work double time to repack rice and other food supplies at the Department of Social Welfare and Development warehouse in Pasay City so these can be delivered to areas devastated by successive typhoons this month. —RICHARD REYES Hi there. PH, US seal deal to share intelligence The agreement, signed Monday, allows the real-time sharing of classified intelligence and technology between the two countries, in a bid to boost their long-running security alliance amid China's assertiveness in the South China Sea. The three tropical cyclones that hit the country in rapid succession over the past week had displaced more than 600,000 people and damaged almost half a billion pesos worth of infrastructure and agriculture, according to the NDRRMC. Long-overdue reckoning? The Justice department said it is now investigating former President Rodrigo Duterte for possible violations of international humanitarian law in connection with the rampant extrajudicial killings during his drug war. In a major policy shift, US President Joe Biden has approved the use by Kyiv of long-range American missiles against military targets inside Russia -- hours after Moscow targeted Ukraine's power grid in a deadly barrage.   Proceeding with elections without Sulu's participation "risks reducing the BARMM to a procedural exercise devoid of its heart," argues Segundo Romero in Opinion. "The exclusion of Sulu from the BARMM threatens the very integrity of the Bangsamoro project."    Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. BUSINESS BIZ BUZZ: KathDen flick breaks into US box office top 10 ABS-CBN's Star Cinema and GMA Pictures are reaping the success of "Hello, Love, Again," the much-awaited sequel of top-grossing film "Hello, Love, Goodbye." The movie starring seasoned actors Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards debuted at No. 8 in the US box office after raking in $2.4 million. By Tyrone Jasper C. Piad REGIONS In Bangsamoro, drive vs loose guns widens The UNDP's Japanese-funded Aspire (Assistance for Peace, Security, Integration and Recovery for Advancing Human Security) project that encourages the surrender and registration of firearms in the Bangsamoro, which began in Basilan last year, has been expanded to include the Maguindanao provinces. Its primary goal is to ensure tighter gun control in time for the region's first parliamentary elections in 2025. By Bong S. Sarmiento SPORTS Cavs streak runs into Celtics The Cleveland Cavaliers (15-0) head to TD Garden on Tuesday to face the defending champion Boston Celtics after a 128-114 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Donovan Mitchell returns after resting, while Jarrett Allen eyes redemption after missing last year's playoff loss to Boston. Coach Kenny Atkinson calls the matchup a "great test" as the Cavs aim to become the second NBA team to open 16-0. By AP Hi Edward, Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions LIFESTYLE How Gary V, at 60, can still hold his own vs younger artists Upon arriving at our table for lunch, Gary Valenciano was served a steaming bowl of hot and sour soup, one of his favorites at this seafood restaurant he frequents in Greenhills. But just as he was about to dig in, he did a double take and put his spoon down. He reached into his trouser pocket and produced his continuous glucose monitor (CGM), a device that tracks blood sugar levels in real time. By Allan Policarpio INQUIRER PLUS-EXCLUSIVE Bees help tackle elephant-human conflict in Kenya​ VOI, KENYA—"We used to hate elephants a lot," Kenyan farmer Charity Mwangome says, pausing from her work under the shade of a baobab tree. The bees humming in the background are part of the reason why her hatred has dimmed. By AFP Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the Philippine Daily Inquirer's premium subscription service. Register for a free 30-day trial to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, exclusive stories and more. REGISTER NOW © 2024 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay La Paz, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime