Rodrigo Duterte Wins Davao City Mayoral Race Despite ICC Detention

Davao City, Philippines – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has secured a landslide victory in the Davao City mayoral race, despite being detained at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague. A Landslide Win According to preliminary election results, Duterte received over 600,000 votes, nearly eight times more than his closest rival, Karlo Nograles….

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Cambodia and China Launch Largest-Ever Joint Military Exercises

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Cambodia and China have commenced their most extensive joint military exercises to date, marking a significant expansion in their defense cooperation. The drills began on May 14 and involved advanced Chinese military hardware, including artillery, warships, armored vehicles, helicopters, and reconnaissance drones. According to the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF), nearly…

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Experts Warn of a New Cold War Between US and China

Tensions between the United States and China are escalating, prompting experts to warn that the Asia-Pacific region must prepare for the impact of a new Cold War. As economic competition turns into strategic rivalry, both nations bolstered their military capabilities and strengthened regional alliances, raising concerns about long-term stability. Military Buildup and Strategic Positioning China…

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Millions of Filipinos Cast Votes in Pivotal Midterm Election

MANILA, Philippines – Millions of Filipinos headed to the polls on Monday in a highly anticipated midterm election, deciding over 18,000 posts nationwide. The vote comes amid a deepening political rift between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, following Duterte’s impeachment by the House of Representatives for alleged high crimes. The election…

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Satellogic Secures Major Asia-Pacific Contract

Singapore – May 12, 2025 – Satellogic, a global leader in high-resolution Earth observation, has signed a multi-million dollar agreement with an Asia-Pacific customer, granting access to its NewSat constellation for advanced satellite imagery collection. The deal underscores the growing demand for geospatial data across industries, including agriculture, urban planning, and disaster management. Strengthening Earth…

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Kanlaon Volcano Erupts, Sending Massive Ash Plume into the Sky

Central Philippines – May 13, 2025 Kanlaon Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, erupted early Tuesday morning. It spew a colossal grey plume of ash approximately 3 kilometers into the sky and launched ballistic projectiles across its surroundings. Authorities and experts closely monitor the situation as residents brace for possible aftereffects….

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Trump’s Role in the India-Pakistan Ceasefire: Mediation or Mere Timing?

In a surprising turn of events, India and Pakistan have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire following days of escalating military tensions. The announcement came from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed the ceasefire was brokered through U.S.-led mediation. However, the agreement’s details remain contested, with India asserting that the truce was reached…

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