EXPLAINER: Why Iran, US, And Israel Are On The Brink — And Why The World Is Watching
2026-03-04
Missiles, drones, and airstrikes mark a dangerous shift from shadow war to open conflict among Iran, Israel, and the US.Continue Reading
What Happened In Iran: A Dramatic Escalation In The Middle East
2026-03-01
The United States and Israel launched on Saturday a coordinated military campaign against Iran — one of the most dramatic escalations in decades between Washington/Tel Aviv and Tehran. The strikes hit military infrastructure across the country, including Revolutionary Guard facilities, air defenses, missile launch sites, and senior leadership targets inContinue Reading
Three Presidents, Three ICC Cases: What We Know About Their Cases
2026-02-23
MANILA, Philippines — Three former and sitting presidents — Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines, Omar al‑Bashir of Sudan, and Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya — have faced charges of crimes against humanity. However, their responses to the International Criminal Court (ICC) vary, highlighting the limitations of international justice and enforcement. WhatContinue Reading
ICC Clears Way For Duterte Trial As Families Of Slain Drug War Victims Await Justice
2026-02-14
ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY, Philippines — The family of 19-year-old Anwar Sawadjaan, who was killed alongside friends Noel Rey Bacalso (22) and Angelo Hofer (20) in 2016, is among the drug war victims hoping for justice as the International Criminal Court (ICC) clears the way for the confirmation of charges hearing againstContinue Reading
Explainer | Why A US Attack On Iran Could Destabilize The Middle East
2026-01-30
A potential US military strike on Iran may appear, on paper, as a limited action aimed at deterring Tehran or degrading its military capabilities. But history suggests such a move could unleash consequences far beyond Iran’s borders — destabilizing an already volatile Middle East and reverberating across the global economy.Continue Reading
Nipah Virus Explained: Symptoms, Transmission, And Global Risk
2026-01-30
Several countries, including Thailand and Nepal, have heightened health surveillance after India confirmed new cases of the deadly Nipah virus, a zoonotic disease with a high fatality rate but limited human-to-human transmission. The World Health Organization (WHO) said two cases were confirmed in West Bengal involving two 25-year-old nurses, aContinue Reading
EXPLAINER | What Is The Doomsday Clock, And Why Does It Keep Moving Closer To Midnight?
2026-01-28
The Doomsday Clock is one of the world’s most enduring symbols of existential risk — a stark reminder of how close humanity is to self-destruction. In 2025, atomic scientists pushed the clock closer to midnight than ever before, citing escalating nuclear tensions, global conflicts, climate change, and the growing dangersContinue Reading
