Vatican City—Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV on Thursday, making history as the first American pope and the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church. His election followed Pope Francis’s death on April 21 and a two-day conclave in which 133 cardinals reached the required two-thirds majority. Prevost, born in Chicago in…
Manila, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has accused a Chinese research vessel of conducting unauthorized activities within the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), raising further concerns over maritime security in the South China Sea. According to the PCG, the “Haiyang Dizhi 12,” was spotted operating near the waters off Palawan, allegedly engaging in…
Washington, D.C. — Former U.S. Senator David Perdue has officially been sworn in as the new U.S. ambassador to China, marking a significant transition in diplomatic relations between the two global powers. Perdue, a Republican who represented Georgia in the Senate from 2015 to 2021, steps into the role at a critical juncture, as tensions…
Washington, D.C. – The Federal Reserve has warned about the growing risk of stagflation, a rare economic condition marked by high inflation, slow growth, and rising unemployment. Fed Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the central bank keeps interest rates unchanged while assessing the impact of former President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade policies. Trump, who has…
Manila, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered an investigation into the procurement and installation of bollards at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 following a tragic accident that claimed two lives. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, involved a sport utility vehicle (SUV) crashing through the barriers and into a group of…
The Asia-Pacific region continues to be the most targeted globally for cyberattacks, with a staggering 51 billion web application attacks recorded in 2024. This marks a 73% year-on-year increase, mainly driven by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, which have expanded the attack surface and increased the sophistication of cyber threats. Key Trends…
In 2024, Central Visayas emerged as the fastest-growing region in the Philippines, defying economic uncertainties that weighed down other parts of the country, including Metro Manila. Official reports indicate that the region’s economy expanded by 7.3 percent, making it the strongest performer among the 18 regions. This remarkable growth was primarily driven by a dynamic…
On Monday, Argentina’s National Archives released over 1,850 declassified documents detailing Nazi fugitives and their activities, marking a significant step toward transparency regarding the country’s historical role as a haven for war criminals. The decision to make these records publicly accessible came after President Javier Milei ordered their release last month following a meeting with…
COVID-19 vaccines have been crucial in mitigating the pandemic, reducing severe illness and death. However, a small number of individuals have reported persistent symptoms following vaccination, a condition referred to as post-vaccination syndrome (PVS). A recent study by Yale researchers aims to shed light on the biological underpinnings of this phenomenon and guide future research….
On Wednesday, the Philippine peso surged to the 55-level for the first time in over seven months, closing at 55.84 against the U.S. dollar. This appreciation comes as the greenback struggles with volatility stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policies. Factors Behind the Peso’s Rally The peso’s recent strength is largely attributed to the…
