Day: December 27, 2025
Is The West Breaking Apart? Europe Questions Alliance With The US
For nearly 80 years, the alliance between the United States and Europe served as the backbone of the global order. Forged after World War II, it rested on shared commitments to democracy, freedom, and collective security—deterring major wars, defeating communism, and anchoring decades of economic growth. In 2025, that foundation is visibly cracking. European leaders
EXPLAINER: Why Marcos’ Trust Rating Turned Negative While Sara Duterte’s Rose
MANILA, Philippines — A new Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey shows a widening gap in public trust rating between the country’s top two leaders: President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s net trust rating slipped to –3, while Vice President Sara Duterte climbed to +31. The figures, released in late December, reflect diverging public sentiment toward the
