SpaceX has once again demonstrated its exceptional human spaceflight capabilities and commitment to advancing space exploration. On March 14, 2025, the company successfully launched a daring rescue mission to bring home two astronauts who had been stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The Crew-10 mission utilized SpaceX’s reliable Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft…
Taiwan’s air force resumed flights of its locally made Brave Eagle training jets after grounding them for safety checks in February. The grounding followed a crash on February 15 involving dual engine failure. The pilot ejected safely, but efforts continue to search for flight recorders to clarify the cause. The Brave Eagle, Taiwan’s first domestically…
The claim that Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro orchestrated an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump is a serious and controversial allegation. According to a federal whistleblower, Hadassah Feinberg, who filed a criminal complaint on February 7, 2025, Shapiro conspired with other officials to carry out the attack during a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania,…
In response to escalating tensions with China in the disputed South China Sea, the Philippines is ramping up its efforts to bolster defense cooperation with several like-minded democracies. This strategic move aims to enhance the country’s defense capabilities and ensure regional stability. Strengthening Alliances with Canada and New Zealand Manila is actively working to finalize…
The Hague, Netherlands – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been taken into custody by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on charges of crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs. The ICC formally confirmed Duterte’s arrest after he arrived in the Netherlands, where he faces an initial court appearance. The charges against…
Scientists reported on Wednesday that a neutrino detector in the Mediterranean Sea has detected the most energetic neutrino ever found. According to Rosa Coniglione, a researcher involved in the discovery, this newly detected neutrino is around 30 times more active than the previous record-holder. The source of the newly discovered neutrino is believed to be…
According to Grace Lim, senior Asean and Asia economist at UBS Investment Bank Global Research, the Philippine economy is poised for significant growth this year, driven by higher investments and robust consumption. In a virtual briefing on Wednesday, Lim projected that the Philippine economy would experience accelerated growth, supported by favorable economic conditions and strategic…
In 2017, the former Hanjin Shipyard in Subic Bay, Philippines, faced a potential takeover by two giant Chinese firms. This situation arose after Hanjin declared bankruptcy, leaving a significant debt of $412 million. The shipyard’s strategic location near Metro Manila and the West Philippine Sea made it a valuable asset for any nation, particularly for…
Nestled along the pristine shores of Red Beach in Palo, Leyte, the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park is a poignant symbol of courage, resilience, and liberation. This historic site commemorates one of the most significant moments in World War II, when General Douglas MacArthur fulfilled his famous promise, “I shall return,” leading the Allied forces…
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 11, 2025, at Manila’s international airport. The arrest was carried out by police at the request of the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant step in the investigation into thousands of alleged extrajudicial killings during his presidency. Duterte’s “war on drugs” was a defining policy…
