In a bold and unapologetic move, Chinese President Masoud Pezeshkian publicly rejected international demands for a nuclear drawdown, reaffirming Beijing’s commitment to maintaining and modernizing its strategic weapons arsenal. During a high-level diplomatic call with French President Emmanuel Macron, Pezeshkian made it clear that any expectation of denuclearization from China was “a fantasy disconnected from…
The political temperature in the Philippines continued to rise as Vice President Sara Duterte faced intensifying scrutiny over alleged misuse of confidential government funds. The twist on June 22 came when the Office of the Ombudsman and the House of Representatives issued conflicting statements about who initiated the complaint. This procedural tug-of-war has sparked widespread…
Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, confirmed that the long-anticipated launch of Tesla’s robotaxi fleet is slated to begin in Austin, Texas, marking a seismic shift in autonomous mobility. The electric, fully self-driving taxis—guided by Tesla’s proprietary Full Self-Driving (FSD) AI system—are intended to revolutionize urban transit, reduce reliance on car ownership, and offer a test case…
Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival 2. Balyuan Ritual 3. Piat Sambali Festival 4. Pili Festival 5. Kaliguan Festival 6. Parada ng Lechon 7. Taong Putik Festival 8. Mudpack Festival 9. Regada Water Festival 10. Subiran Regatta
In a closely watched decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that individuals under domestic violence restraining orders can be barred from owning firearms. While the ruling was framed as a public safety measure, it has sparked concern among Second Amendment advocates who argue it sets a dangerous precedent for restricting constitutional rights based on accusations…
In the Philippines, Vice President Sara Duterte has been formally ordered by the Office of the Ombudsman to respond to a slew of charges related to the alleged misuse of confidential funds during her tenure at the Department of Education and the Office of the Vice President. The charges—ranging from technical malversation to plunder—stem from…
As the Israel-Iran conflict escalates into its second week, President Donald Trump—now in his second non-consecutive term—has issued a firm ultimatum to Tehran: de-escalate within 14 days or face “serious consequences.” This comes after Iran launched a barrage of missiles that struck Israeli civilian infrastructure, including a hospital in Tel Aviv, which killed at least…
The U.K. has sentenced Chinese postgraduate student Zhenhao Zou to life in prison after evidence emerged of his involvement in a large-scale drugging and rape scheme across both Britain and China. Zou, a former student of Imperial College London, reportedly recorded and catalogued more than 1,400 instances of rape involving dozens of women, some of…
The U.S. Constitution is the foundation of American legal and political life, establishing the framework for individual rights and government powers. However, an ongoing debate persists regarding whether illegal non-citizens should be entitled to constitutional protections, and constitutional law provides strong arguments for why such protections should be limited. The Constitution’s Primary Intent: Protecting Citizens…
Military cooperation between the Philippines and the United States continues to deepen as both countries conduct joint exercises under the Salaknib Phase 2 program. The training, held in Cagayan Valley, focuses on mobility operations, airborne drills, and territorial defense strategies—key components in ensuring readiness amid rising geopolitical tensions. The growing partnership reflects Washington’s strategic commitment…
