President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new reciprocal tariffs targeting over 20 countries, including key U.S. allies and BRICS members, in a bold move rattling global markets and reigniting trade tensions. The July 20 rollout marks a strategic escalation to restore what Trump calls “America’s economic sovereignty” after decades of trade deficits and lopsided deals….
Former President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch and Dow Jones, publisher of The Wall Street Journal, over a controversial article linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein’s inner circle. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, alleges “malicious intent and reckless disregard for truth,” citing a birthday album excerpt that Trump…
In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Crising, which battered Luzon with torrential rains and 90 km/h winds, the Philippines is again confronting the consequences of reactive governance. The storm exposed glaring vulnerabilities in the nation’s infrastructure, triggering landslides, power outages, and the collapse of two key bridges in Batangas and Quezon provinces. Despite early warnings…
On July 15, the Philippines saw another round of fuel price increases, with diesel rising by ₱1.40 per liter and gasoline by ₱0.70—a trend that has pushed total fuel hikes to over ₱11 per liter since January. While mainstream coverage frames this as a routine market adjustment, critics argue it exposes deeper vulnerabilities in the…
A groundbreaking study published in Communications Earth & Environment has revealed that East Asia’s aggressive air pollution cleanup — particularly in China — has inadvertently accelerated global warming. The report, based on simulations from eight climate models, shows that a 75% reduction in sulfate aerosol emissions over the past 15 years has unmasked the warming…
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…
The Philippine government has once again called out China over its aggressive actions in the South China Sea, urging Beijing to back its diplomatic statements with genuine efforts at de-escalation. The latest incident involved a Philippine resupply mission to an outpost in the disputed waters that was obstructed by Chinese maritime forces. The confrontation led…
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June 15 marks the official start of Arizona’s monsoon season, but this year, the skies are silent. Phoenix is baking under a relentless 113°F sun, and the National Weather Service says no rain is expected for at least another week. While media outlets rush to link the heat to climate change, longtime residents and meteorologists…
A devastating flash flood and landslide in West Papua have claimed at least 10 lives, with search and rescue operations continuing. The disaster struck a mining area, engulfing temporary shelters used by workers. Authorities have deployed over 100 personnel to assist in recovery efforts. Families of the victims have joined the search, hoping to locate…