On June 15, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his decision not to interfere in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte — a move that has reshaped the political landscape. The Senate, now acting as an impeachment court, has taken oaths and begun proceedings that are expected to stretch into the 20th Congress. The…
On June 15, China’s new maritime regulation took effect, granting its coast guard the authority to detain foreign nationals, including fishermen, in disputed waters for up to 60 days without trial. The move has sparked outrage across Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, where the Armed Forces have ramped up patrols in the West Philippine…
The Israel-Iran conflict escalated dramatically on June 14–15, with Israel launching a sweeping air campaign targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities and military leadership. In response, Iran fired over 200 ballistic missiles and drones at Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv and Haifa. The strikes killed at least 78 people in Iran — including nuclear scientists and military…
In the modern political landscape, moments of public unrest have become more than just crises—they are opportunities for messaging, activism, and political maneuvering. For Democrats, footage of protests, social upheaval, and clashes with law enforcement serves as a powerful narrative reinforcing their policy positions. But as unrest unfolds, another tool emerges: congressional oversight visits. While…
Military tensions are rising across various parts of the Asia-Pacific region as multiple nations prepare for maneuvers amid ongoing territorial disputes. In Southeast Asia, Thailand and Cambodia are experiencing a revival of border tensions, with both nations accusing each other of encroaching on disputed territory. Military officials from both sides have been scrambling to de-escalate…
On June 14, the streets of Washington, D.C., and other major U.S. cities are expected to be filled with demonstrators rallying under the banner of “No Kings.” The protests, organized by a coalition of civil rights groups, aim to push back against what activists describe as authoritarian tendencies displayed by President Donald Trump throughout his…
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Top news stories from America, the Philippines, China and Asia Pacific
Top news stories from America, the Philippines, China and Asia Pacific