On June 16, China’s foreign ministry issued a rare public rebuke of Israel, urging it to halt “risky” military operations against Iran and warning of “serious consequences” for regional stability. The statement follows Israel’s June 14 airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites and Tehran’s retaliatory missile barrage. Beijing’s intervention signals a growing ambition to position itself…
On June 16, the Philippines opened its new academic year with a bold experiment: a pilot rollout of the revised K to 12 curriculum in 889 schools. The overhaul trims bloated subject loads and reorients senior high school toward employability — a long-standing critique of the original 2013 law. Under the new framework, core subjects…
After weeks of tense negotiations, Florida lawmakers reached a landmark budget agreement on June 16, finalizing a 2025–26 spending plan that reflects conservative fiscal priorities: tax relief, leaner government, and strategic investment in public safety and disaster preparedness. The deal includes a sweeping $1.3 billion in tax cuts — with over $900 million coming from…
Thousands of Filipinos took to the streets of Makati to protest against Beijing’s expanding influence in the South China Sea, demanding stronger action from the Philippine government against what they call Chinese military aggression. The demonstrations come amid heightened tensions between Manila and Beijing over recent encounters involving Philippine vessels and Chinese coast guard ships….
Philippines and WWII History 🇵🇭 June 12 🪖 World War II Highlights 📜 Other Notable Events (June 12–18)
Cambridge, MA — In a move aimed at strengthening immigration enforcement and ensuring compliance with federal regulations, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has revoked Harvard University’s certification to admit international students. The decision, announced Thursday, prevents the enrollment of foreign students for the upcoming academic year after Harvard failed to meet federal requirements to…
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a tax bill championed by former President Donald Trump, following last-minute amendments. The bill, which aims to restructure tax policies, has sparked debate among lawmakers and economists. Supporters argue that the bill will stimulate economic growth and benefit businesses, while critics warn that it may disproportionately favor corporations…
May 19, 2025 – Stock markets across the Asia-Pacific region opened lower on Monday as investors reacted to Moody’s downgrade of the U.S. credit rating. The agency lowered the U.S. sovereign rating from Aaa to Aa1, citing concerns over rising fiscal challenges, growing federal debt, and refinancing difficulties amid elevated interest rates. Markets showed mixed…
Washington, D.C. – Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an advanced form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, his office confirmed on Sunday. The diagnosis comes after Biden experienced urinary symptoms, prompting medical evaluations that led to the discovery of a prostate nodule. Biden’s medical team has classified…
Washington, D.C.—April 2025—The U.S. Treasury has reported a budget surplus of $258 billion for April, marking a significant 23% increase compared to the same month in 2024. The surplus is primarily attributed to robust tax receipts at the end of the tax season and heightened customs duties following President Trump’s increased tariffs on Chinese imports….
