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The world feels like it’s holding its breath. Geopolitical tensions are higher than they’ve been in decades, and at times, it seems like we’re teetering on the edge of a major global conflict. Against this backdrop of uncertainty, China is taking preparedness to the next level—getting ready for scenarios soContinue Reading
In a groundbreaking discovery, a high-quality gold deposit containing an estimated 1,000 metric tons of the precious metal has been found in central China, according to state media. Valued at a staggering 600 billion yuan (US$83 billion), this could be the largest and most lucrative gold reserve ever uncovered, surpassingContinue Reading
Key officials of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) have voiced their support for postponing the region’s first parliamentary elections from May 2025 to May 2026, following a Supreme Court ruling that excluded the island province of Sulu from BARMM. Balancing Progress with Inclusion Despite Sulu’s legal exclusion,Continue Reading
In a bold and coordinated strike, police forces across 10 countries have dismantled what is believed to be the world’s largest piracy network, dealing a major blow to digital piracy. Dubbed Operation Takendown, the massive effort spanned the UK, Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, and Romania.Continue Reading
Workers in the private sector across the Zamboanga Peninsula are set to receive a ₱33 increase in their daily minimum wage, according to the new wage order approved by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB). The new wage increase brings some relief, but many are questioning whether itContinue Reading
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has ended months of intense violence – a breakthrough for a region gripped by conflict. While the agreement brings immediate relief to war-torn areas, its broader implications signal a significant blow to Iran, Hezbollah’s primary backer, whose role in the Middle EastContinue Reading
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is ramping up efforts to secure more than $2 billion (approximately P117.9 billion) from global funding sources, including the World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB), and the French government. These funds aim to transform the Philippine agriculture sector through ambitious projects that address decades-long challenges.Continue Reading
