Day: January 12, 2026
Fact Check: Has France Begun Withdrawing From NATO?
MANILA, PHILIPPINES โ A draft resolution in Franceโs National Assembly has sparked global discussion, but claims that Paris is starting a formal withdrawal from NATO are misleading. THE CLAIM A draft resolution to begin Franceโs withdrawal from NATO was submitted to the National Assembly, signaling a bold political challenge to Europeโs defense posture and U.S.
Iranian Cleric Warns Of โGlobal Jihadโ If Supreme Leader Is Targeted
MANILA, Philippines โ A senior Iranian cleric has warned that any attack on Iranโs Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could trigger what he described as a โglobal jihad,โ escalating tensions amid heightened confrontation involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Ayatollah Mohsen Araki, a prominent Shiite religious figure, said targeting the Supreme Leader would not
EXPLAINER | Inside A Stellar Nursery: How Astronomers Decoded The Violent Birth Of A Young Star
When you look up at the night sky, familiar stars like Orionโs Belt, Sirius, and Betelgeuse often steal the show. But just above these bright beacons lies a quieter constellation with an extraordinary secret. Perseus, barely noticeable to the naked eye, hosts one of the closest and most active stellar nurseries to Earth โ a
Clicks Bets On Buttons Again, Unveils First Smartphone At CES 2026
MANILA, Philippines โ In a smartphone market dominated by glass slabs and endless scrolling, American startup Clicks is making a bold contrarian move: bringing physical keyboards back into the spotlight. Known for its external keyboards for iPhone and Android devices, Clicks built a niche following among users nostalgic for the tactile typing experience of BlackBerry
