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Kyiv Reels After Deadly Russian Missile, Drone Attack

Ukraine's capital was rocked by one of the largest and deadliest Russian aerial assaults in recent months after hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles struck Kyiv overnight, killing at least 17 people and injuring more than 90 others, according to Ukrainian authorities.

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Iran Refuses to Meet US Envoys, Clouding Prospects for a Peace Deal

Iran said on Tuesday, June 30, that it will not hold meetings with top United States (U.S.) envoys who are expected to travel to the region following an outbreak of hostilities, clouding the prospects for a lasting peace between the two countries.

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Record-Breaking Heatwave Sweeps Europe, Death Toll Rises as Temperatures Soar Past 40°C

Across Europe, streets emptied, rivers warmed, and temperatures surged past 40°C as a widespread heatwave gripped the region, disrupting daily life and raising alarms over public health and climate conditions.

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Venezuela Twin Quakes: 32 Dead, Over 700 Injured in Widespread Devastation

25 June, 2026

Venezuela is reeling after two powerful earthquakes struck the country late Wednesday, killing at least 32 people, injuring more than 700 others, and causing widespread destruction across several regions. Rescue operations continued through Thursday as authorities searched for survivors trapped beneath collapsed buildings and assessed the extent of the damage.

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Human Rights Concerns Persist After Trump-Xi Meeting

24 June, 2026

After being disappointed by the Trump–Xi summit, Uyghurs in the United States (U.S.) are divided on Washington’s commitment to ending abuses in China.

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Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz After Failed Iran Peace Talks

United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump announced an order to impose a naval blockade on access to the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil transit chokepoints, after a collapse of high-stakes peace talks with Iran, April 12.

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Trump Tumanggi sa Pagpapatigil ng Putukan sa Iran sa Kabila ng Panawagan ng Santo Papa

NTumanggi si U.S. President Donald Trump na magpatupad ng pagtigil ng labanan sa gitna ng patuloy na digmaan sa Iran, sa kabila ng panawagan ni Pope Leo XIV para sa agarang ceasefire at pagbabalik sa diplomasya.

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US Counterterrorism Chief Joe Kent Resigns due to Iran War

National Counterterrorism Director Joe Kent resigned on Tuesday, March 17, due to the occurrence of war in Iran, and his misgivings regarding the event.

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Marcos Bids on Non-permanent UN Security Council Seat for PH

On Tuesday, March 10, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. requested support for the Philippines’ candidacy for a non-permanent seat in the United Nations (UN) Security Council 2027-2028 during a special plenary session of the UN General Assembly in New York City.

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Asean to Fast Track Fuel-sharing Pact as Middle East Conflict Tightens Oil Markets

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) will accelerate work to implement a regional energy-sharing mechanism that would allow member states to assist neighbours facing petroleum shortages.

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Suplay ng langis, maaaring patuloy na maantala dahil sa banta ng Iran

Maaaring patuloy na maantala ang pandaigdigang suplay ng langis dahil sa banta ng bagong lider ng Iran na palalawakin pa ang digmaan sa kaniyang kauna-unahang pampublikong pahayag kahapon.

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US seemingly strikes Iranian school; 165 dead

Footage showed what is most likely an American Tomahawk missile hitting a school in Southern Iran, killing at least 165 people, seemingly contradicting United States President Donald Trump’s statement that Iran was responsible for the blast.

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Ex-prince Andrew under arrest due to suspicion of misconduct

22 February, 2026

Former Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested at 8 A.M., Thursday, Feb. 19 due to suspicion of misconduct in public office.

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New York City Resumes Homeless Encampment Sweeps Amid Budget Fight

19 February, 2026

Zohran Mamdani has reignited controversy after announcing that New York City will resume clearing homeless encampments, reversing a pause he put in place shortly after taking office.

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Singapore PM Wong, inimungkahi ang A.I. missions sa 2026 budget

19 February, 2026

Inimungkahi ni Singaporean Prime Minister (P.M.) Lawrence Wong ang paglulunsad at pagpapatupad ng mga programang nakasentro sa Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) o “A.I. missions” sa kaniyang 2026 budget statement noong Huwebes, Pebrero 12.

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Political power in Vietnam centralized under To Lam

18 February, 2026

Following the Vietnamese Communist Party’s 14th National Congress and General To Lam’s unanimous re-election as general secretary, it was found that the Congress resolution included a directive to propose amendments to the Party Charter ‘immediately after’ the event.

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Chappell Roan leaves agency after CEO tied to Epstein Files

11 February, 2026

Grammy Winning Singer Chappell Roan, said on Monday she is no longer represented by Wasserman, the talent agency led by Casey Wasserman, chairman of the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028 and founder of the Wasserman agency.

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P.N.P. to Implement Gun Ban for Nazareno 2026

07 January, 2026

The Philippine National Police (P.NP.) is set to implement a gun ban through suspension of permits to carry firearms outside residences (PTCFORs) in preparation for the celebration of the Feast of Jesus Nazareno.

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Trump Announces U.S. Temporary Control in Venezuela’s Oil Industry

07 January, 2026

Hours after Venezuela’s president, Nicolás Maduro was captured by the United States (U.S.) army’s delta force, U.S. president Donald Trump announced in his press conference that U.S. would temporarily “run the country" until there is a "safe, proper and judicious transition" in Venezuela, Jan. 03.

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Trump Describes Arrest of Maduro as Law-Enforcement Action

04 January, 2026

United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump said on Saturday, Jan. 3, that the arrest of Venezuela’s president, Nicolas Maduro, was undertaken as a law-enforcement action rooted in longstanding U.S. criminal indictments, emphasizing that the move was intended to uphold American law and address allegations related to international narcotics trafficking.

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Ukraine seeks continued support as peace talks resume in U.S.

29 December, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida on Sunday as Kyiv pushes to secure a lasting peace deal to end nearly four years of conflict with Russia.

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On the Edge of Peace

Russia, Ukraine Signal Possible End to War

29 December, 2025

Russia and Ukraine are reportedly nearing a possible agreement that could bring an end to years of armed conflict, according to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov.

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Epstein Files Disappear From Justice Dept Website

23 December, 2025

At least 16 files related to Jeffrey Epstein have disappeared from the Justice Department’s website, with no prior explanation or notice from the government.

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Trump Issues Venezuela with Oil Blockade, Threatening Key Economic Lifeline

21 December, 2025

United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump issued a warning of a "blockade" on Tuesday, Dec. 16, against all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, which is crucial to the nation's economy.

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US DOJ releases Epstein Files, lawmakers criticize incomplete disclosure

21 December, 2025

The United States Department of Justice (D.O.J.) released thousands of records related to federal investigations of Jeffrey Epstein on Sunday, Dec. 20.

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U.S. Launches Major Strikes Against Islamic State Group in Syria

21 December, 2025

The United States (U.S.) has carried out a large-scale military operation against the Islamic State (I.S.) group in Syria, following a deadly attack that killed two American soldiers and a civilian interpreter earlier this month.

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Miss Universe Judge Quits, Calls Pageant Results ‘Rigged’

21 November, 2025

Miss Universe 2025 faced scrutiny this week after a judge resigned from the panel and accused the pageant’s organizers of conducting an unauthorized vote that he said undermined the credibility of the competition.

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US House Votes to Force Release Epstein Files: Emails Spotlight Trump, High-Profile Figures

20 November, 2025

The U.S. Congress passed a bill requiring the U.S. Department of Justice (D.O.J.) to publish its files on Jeffrey Epstein, with the U.S. House approving the measure 427 to 1 and the U.S. Senate clearing the measure by unanimous consent.

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Foreign Student Enrollment in the U.S. Plummets Under Trump

18 November, 2025

American colleges and universities are amid one of their steepest declines in enrollment of international students in decades, as the Donald Trump administration tightened visa rules, escalated investigations of campuses and proposed new limits on foreign enrollment.

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Mamdani’s Victory in NYC Mayoral Election: A Triumph for the Progressive Left

05 November, 2025

In a moment of triumph for the progressive left, Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state assembly member known for his democratic socialist platform, triumphed at the New York City (NYC) mayoral election held on Tuesday, Nov. 4, garnering 1,026,261 votes, or approximately 50.3% of the total votes, becoming NYC’s first Muslim and first South Asian mayor.

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Trump Ends Asia Tour With New Deals and Renewed Friendships

29 October, 2025

United States (U.S.) President Donald J. Trump concluded a weeklong diplomatic tour of Asia after visiting Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, and China, in an effort to deepen economic and security ties across the region.

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PH to lead ASEAN in 2026, Malaysia hands over chairmanship at 47th Summit

28 October, 2025

The Philippines is set to take on a major role next year as it officially assumes the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2026. The turnover ceremony took place on Oct. 26 during the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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New chapter in Southeast Asia: Timor-Leste writes name in ASEAN history

27 October, 2025

Timor-Leste has officially become the 11th member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), marking the organization’s first expansion since 1999. The announcement was made during the 47th ASEAN Summit held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Oct. 26.

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Israel strikes southern Gaza after reported ceasefire breach

20 October, 2025

Israel carried out air and artillery strikes in southern Gaza on Sunday after militants fired at Israeli soldiers stationed in areas still under Israeli control as part of the Oct. 10 ceasefire.

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International Weekly Roundup Oct. 5-11

12 October, 2025

Gaza ceasefire, hostages to be freed

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Planong pagpapataw ng mas mataas na taripa, banta sa kalakalang Asya

26 setyembre, 2025

Nagpahayag si Pangulong Trump ng plano na magpatupad ng mas mataas na taripa laban sa mga bansang Asyano upang protektahan ang lokal na industriya ng Amerika, hakbang na kaagad nagdulot ng pangamba sa rehiyon.

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Trump’s UNGA speech; flacks migration, climate change

25 September, 2025

On Wednesday, Sept. 24, during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), President Donald Trump delivered a fiery speech accusing western countries of “going to hell” due to migration and claiming that climate change is a “con job,” among other claims.

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Jimmy Kimmel back on air after suspension over remarks on Charlie Kirk killing

24 September, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel returned to ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday night after a nearly weeklong suspension for remarks he made following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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UK, Australia, Canada recognize Palestinian state despite US and Israeli opposition

23 September, 2025

The United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada announced Sunday that they are formally recognizing a Palestinian state despite strong objections from the United States and Israel.

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Sushila Karki sworn in as Nepal’s first female interim prime minister

13 September, 2025

In a breakthrough moment for Nepal’s politics, Sushila Karki, the former Chief Justice (CJ) of the Supreme Court (SC), was sworn in on Friday as the country's new interim Prime Minister (PM).

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Conservative Influencer Charlie Kirk shot to death at Utah college forum

11 September, 2025

Charlie Kirk, 31 years old, the conservative activist who co-founded Turning Point USA and was a close ally of United States (US) President Donald Trump, was fatally shot Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University, authorities said.

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ICC postpones Duterte hearing after defense request

08 September, 2025

The International Criminal Court has postponed the Sept. 23 confirmation of charges hearing for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte after his lawyers sought an indefinite suspension, citing his alleged unfitness to stand trial.

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Japan PM to resign after election losses

08 September, 2025

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced Sunday that he will step down following his party’s major losses in parliamentary elections.

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Palestinian death toll tops 64,000 in Gaza war, officials say

05 September, 2025

More than 64,000 Palestinians have been killed in the nearly two-year war in the Gaza Strip, health officials said Thursday, as Israel and Hamas restated their opposing conditions for ending the conflict that began with Hamas’ 2023 attack.

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Trump, Putin nagkita ngunit walang kasunduan sa giyera sa Ukraine

16 Agosto, 2025

Umalis si United States (US) President Donald Trump mula Alaska noong Biyernes nang walang nakuhang kasunduan mula kay Russian President Vladimir Putin upang tapusin ang digmaan sa Ukraine.

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Pabuya kay Venezuelan President Maduro, dinoble ng U.S. DOJ sa $50M

08 Agosto, 2025

Itinaas ng administrasyong Trump ang gantimpalang iniaalok ng pamahalaang Estados Unidos sa $50 milyon para sa impormasyong makakapagdulot sa pag-aresto kay Pangulong Nicolás Maduro ng Venezuela.

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Impeachment case laban kay VP Duterte, pormal nang inarkibo

07 Agosto, 2025

Pormal nang isinantabi ng Senado noong Agosto 6 ang impeachment case laban kay Bise Presidente Sara Duterte, matapos ideklara ng Korte Suprema na “unconstitutional” ang pagpapatuloy ng kaso.

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SC declares impeachment case vs. VP Sara Duterte unconstitutional

The Supreme Court ruled on Friday that the articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte are unconstitutional. Justices voted unanimously to halt the process.

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Trump's 50-Day ultimatum gives Russia time to push summer offensive

President Donald Trump has given Russia 50 days to accept a peace deal in Ukraine or face new U.S. sanctions on its energy exports. The move has allowed Russia to continue its military campaign during the summer months.

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US hits PH goods with 20% tariff

the United States (US) announced that it will raise tariffs on imported goods from six countries, including the Philippines, ranging from 20 to 30 percent starting August 1, with the PH set to face a 20 percent tariff.

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3 Filipinos dead in Houthi ship attack

Three Filipino seafarers were confirmed dead and five others rescued after the MV Eternity C was attacked and sank off the coast of Yemen on July 8, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirmed on July 10.

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Filipinos trafficked to Pakistan for online gaming jobs—BI

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has identified a new trafficking scheme involving Filipino workers recruited for unauthorized online gaming jobs in Pakistan.

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US Forces hit Iran in joint offensive with Israel

22 June, 2025

The United State has conducted military airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities Saturday evening. US President Donald Trump authorised the strikes on the Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan sites, calling it a "successful attack".

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Habemus Papam: Pope Leo XIV is elected as 267th Roman Catholic Pontiff

The Catholic Church has a new Pope. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States of America was elected pope by the College of Cardinals after two days of voting inside the Sistine Chapel...

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Conclave Begins: Cardinals enter Sistine Chapel to select new pope

The College of Cardinals has entered the Sistine Chapel, marking the beginning of the conclave to elect the next pope.

In accordance with the apostolic constitution Universi Dominici Gregis, 133 cardinal-electors have begun the solemn task of choosing the next leader of the Catholic Church.

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Pope Francis Dies at 88: A Humble Shepherd of the Catholic Church

Pope Francis, the Bishop of Rome and affectionately referred to as “Lolo Kiko” by the Filipino Catholic faithful, died on Easter Monday at the age of 88, the Vatican has announced.

Cardinal Kevin Farrell, camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, confirmed the Pope’s passing from Casa Santa Marta, the residence of the late pontiff.

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