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Google to ban political advertising as Filipino election looms closer

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4 years ago

December 1, 2021

Google to ban political advertising as Filipino election looms closer

Google will ban political advertising on its platform in the run-up to the Filipino election next year

The move comes amid pressure on social media platforms over their handling of political advertising during the US presidential election in 2020.

Many platforms have become political battlegrounds in the Southeast Asian nation, with studies showing Filipinos top the rankings for time spent on social media around the world.

Election advertisements that promote or oppose any political party or the candidacy of any person or party for public office, would not be allowed to run between Feb. 8 to May 9, 2022, Google said in an update to its political content policy.

The dates cover the period of campaigning in the Philippines up to the May 9 election date.

Google has banned political advertising on its platform before, including in Canada’s federal election in 2019 and before an election in Singapore in 2020.

Social media platforms like Facebook have helped strengthen President Duterte’s support base. Analysts regarding social media posts and updates as instrumental in his election victory in 2016 and a rout by his allies in mid-term polls last year.

Google says notifications will be sent to affected advertisers about the policy update.

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Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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UPS cargo plane crashes in Kentucky, as death toll rises

UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky kills four, injures 11, governor warns death toll may rise

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13 hours ago

November 5, 2025

Ahron Young

UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky kills four, injures 11, governor warns death toll may rise

In Short:
– A UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, resulting in at least four deaths and 11 injuries.
– Investigations are underway, and all departing flights from the airport have been cancelled.

A United Parcel Service cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Louisville, Kentucky, at approximately 5:15 p.m. local time, leading to at least four fatalities and 11 injuries.Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear indicated that the death toll may rise. Those who died were not part of the three-person crew aboard the aircraft, which was heading to Honolulu.

Several people with serious injuries are receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.

The crash affected two businesses in proximity to the airport: Kentucky Petroleum Recycling and Grade A Auto Parts. Grade A Auto Parts confirmed most employees were accounted for, although uncertainty remains regarding customer safety.

Nearby, a Ford Motor assembly plant lost power but was not directly impacted by the crash.

Emergency services have worked to contain a fire resulting from the incident, which required a significant number of responders. UPS has not confirmed details regarding its crew’s condition. Photographs showed the MD-11 engulfed in flames at the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.

UPS operates its primary air cargo facility in Louisville, processing millions of packages daily. The plane’s fuel load of 38,000 gallons contributed to explosions that occurred upon impact with the businesses, prompting significant road closures.

Investigation Underway

The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board will conduct investigations into the crash.

In the aftermath, all departing flights from the airport have been cancelled, affecting major airlines including Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.

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This may be the AI market correction, according to traders

US stocks tumble as tech giants report uneven earnings, prompting fears of a looming market correction.

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19 hours ago

November 5, 2025

Ahron Young

US stocks tumble as tech giants report uneven earnings, prompting fears of a looming market correction.

US stocks have taken a sharp dive as investors grow nervous about stretched valuations and uneven earnings reports from tech giants. Major Wall Street banks, including Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs, are warning that the rally could be nearing a 10% correction – a wake-up call for traders betting on unstoppable market momentum.

Nvidia, the world’s most valuable public company, dropped nearly 4%, wiping out around $200 billion in market value. Meanwhile, Palantir slid 6%, dragging other AI and semiconductor names lower. Even gold — a traditional safe haven — dipped 1.6%, signaling widespread investor anxiety.

Bitcoin also broke below the $100,000 mark for the first time since June, underscoring how jittery markets have become. As earnings season unfolds and the US government shutdown looms, investors are questioning whether the bull run that lifted the S&P 35% since April has finally run out of steam.

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Dick Cheney dies at 84: The end of an era in American power

Former Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84, leaving a controversial legacy in American politics and national security.

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November 5, 2025

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Former Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84, leaving a controversial legacy in American politics and national security.

Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney has died at the age of 84, marking the end of one of the most influential — and controversial — political careers in modern American history. Cheney served under four Republican presidents, most notably George W. Bush, where he became known as one of the most powerful vice presidents in U.S. history.

His family confirmed he passed away from complications related to pneumonia and heart disease. Cheney’s decades in Washington were defined by his hardline approach to national security and his role in shaping America’s response to the September 11 attacks.

Even after leaving office, Cheney remained a strong defender of his policies, particularly the 2003 invasion of Iraq. His passing leaves behind a complicated legacy — one that reshaped U.S. foreign policy and continues to influence Republican politics today.

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