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Mike Phillips joins Kyoto Hannaryz on two-year deal

Philippine-based Filipino-American forward Mike Phillips has signed a two-year deal with Kyoto Hannaryz in Japan’s B.League for the 2026-27 season and will continue to represent Gilas Pilipinas, having been classified as a local/Asian import after FIBA’s adjustments. The move follows his UAAP success with La Salle, a brief MPBL stint with San Juan Knights, and his recent international exposure as a Gilas player.

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PNP Identifies Two Suspects in Mima Alicia Killing

The Philippine National Police have identified two suspects in the killing of vlogger Mima Alicia Lipata within 24 hours using CCTV footage, with investigators probing possible syndicate involvement and the mastermind still unidentified. One suspect reportedly has prior cases, and authorities are continuing to profile the suspects while coordinating with Lipata’s family as the case unfolds.

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