President Donald Trump has reportedly considered withdrawing 35,000 active U.S. troops stationed in Germany, as reported by the Telegraph. This potential move has raised significant concerns among NATO allies, as it could alter the balance of military power and security in Europe. Trump has consistently linked U.S. military support to NATO members’ financial contributions, stating,…
North Korea recently unveiled its first nuclear-powered submarine, a significant development in its growing military arsenal. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) described this submarine as a game-changing asset capable of launching missiles from underwater, raising alarms about its potential to destabilize security in the region. Experts view this move as a strategic leap, intensifying…
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been accused of employing “information laundering” as a strategic tool to subvert foreign nations and influence global narratives. This tactic involves spreading disinformation through various channels until it gains legitimacy and is adopted by mainstream outlets. By embedding false narratives into seemingly credible sources, the CCP aims to manipulate…
In a significant move, BlackRock Inc. has agreed to purchase shares in Hutchison Port Holdings and Hutchison Port Group Holdings for $22.8 billion. This acquisition includes a 90% interest in Panama Ports Company, which operates the critical ports of Balboa and Cristobal near the Panama Canal. Panama formally pulls out of China’s Belt and Road…
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has expressed serious concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments regarding USAID’s $21 million funding, labeling the remarks as “deeply troubling.” The controversy arose after Trump claimed that the funding might be aimed at influencing election outcomes in India, stating, “They were trying to get somebody else elected.” Randhir…
On Monday, March 17, the Philippine Senate announced that it would conduct a formal investigation into the arrest and swift handover of former President Rodrigo Duterte to the International Criminal Court (ICC). Duterte, aged 79, is the first Asian former head of state to face charges at the ICC, accused of crimes against humanity, including…
The announcement comes against China’s intensified military maneuvers, which Taiwan has strongly condemned. These actions, including frequent incursions into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone and naval exercises in the South China Sea, have raised alarm in Taipei and among its allies. Taiwan’s government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific,…
Makati, Philippines In a recent development, three security personnel at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) have been terminated following their involvement in a ‘tanim-bala’ (bullet-planting) incident. Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon made the announcement, emphasizing the gravity of the situation and the need for strict adherence to standard operating procedures. The incident came to light when…
SpaceX has once again demonstrated its exceptional human spaceflight capabilities and commitment to advancing space exploration. On March 14, 2025, the company successfully launched a daring rescue mission to bring home two astronauts who had been stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The Crew-10 mission utilized SpaceX’s reliable Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft…
Taiwan’s air force resumed flights of its locally made Brave Eagle training jets after grounding them for safety checks in February. The grounding followed a crash on February 15 involving dual engine failure. The pilot ejected safely, but efforts continue to search for flight recorders to clarify the cause. The Brave Eagle, Taiwan’s first domestically…
