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EU Hits Chinese EVs with Tariffs, Sparking Possible Backlash from Beijing

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 3, 2024

BRUSSELS — The European Union (EU) has decided to raise taxes on electric vehicles (EVs) made in China, with tariffs reaching as high as 45.3%. This move follows a major investigation that has caused disagreements within Europe and prompted reactions from China. After starting its investigation a year ago, the European Commission announced new tariffs […]

19 Injured After Projectile Hits Central Israel

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 3, 2024

CAIRO — Early Saturday, three projectiles were launched from Lebanon, injuring 19 people in central Israel’s Sharon region, according to Israeli police. Sirens rang out across multiple areas as the Israeli military intercepted some of the projectiles, though one appears to have landed in the town of Tira. In Tira, seven people suffered mild to […]

Cassius, the World’s Largest Captive Crocodile, Passes Away in Australia

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 2, 2024

SYDNEY – Cassius, a huge crocodile that was 5.48 meters long and held the title for the largest crocodile in captivity, has passed away, according to the wildlife sanctuary where he lived. He was believed to be over 110 years old. Marineland Melanesia Crocodile Habitat shared on Facebook that Cassius had been unwell since October […]

Hopes for Ceasefire Fade as Israel Continues Bombing in Gaza and Lebanon

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 2, 2024

CAIRO/BEIRUT — Hopes for a ceasefire between Israel and groups like Hamas and Hezbollah faded on Friday. Israeli airstrikes on Gaza killed at least 68 people, while Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, was also heavily bombed. The Israeli military said one of the strikes killed senior Hamas leader Izz al-Din Kassab in Khan Younis, Gaza, who was […]

Vietnam Asks China to Release Fishermen Held in the South China Sea

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 1, 2024

HANOI, Vietnam — Vietnam is speaking out against China for taking its fishermen and their boats in the South China Sea, especially around the Paracel Islands, which both countries argue over. A spokesperson for Vietnam’s foreign ministry said on Thursday that they want China to “immediately release the fishermen and fishing vessels that were illegally […]

Typhoon Kong-rey Leaves Taiwan Picking Up the Pieces as It Heads Towards China

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 1, 2024

Taiwan is back to work today, clearing up after Typhoon Kong-rey roared through, leaving behind damage and sadly causing two deaths. Kong-rey hit Taiwan’s east coast hard on Thursday, marking the biggest storm in nearly 30 years. Strong winds and rain pounded through central Taiwan before the storm crossed into the Taiwan Strait, heading toward […]

Huge Typhoon Leon Slams Taiwan: Markets Closed, Power Outages, and One Dead

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 31, 2024

Typhoon Leon, the biggest storm to hit Taiwan in nearly 30 years, crashed into Taiwan’s east coast on Thursday, causing massive shutdowns and major disruptions. Schools, businesses, and even financial markets are closed as the typhoon brings fierce winds and heavy rain across the island. Leon has knocked out power for almost half a million […]

Harris and Trump Blame Each Other for Dividing People as Campaign Nears End

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 31, 2024

GREEN BAY, Wisconsin – With just one week left in the race, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are pointing fingers at each other for increasing division in the country. Both presidential candidates took shots at each other on Wednesday as they campaigned in key states. In Green Bay, Trump wore a bright orange safety vest […]

Pentagon Confirms North Korean Troops Seen in Russia’s Kursk

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 30, 2024

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon confirmed on Tuesday that around two thousand North Korean soldiers are moving toward Russia’s Kursk region, and a small number have already arrived. Officials are concerned these soldiers might be used to fight Ukrainian forces. Pentagon spokesperson Major General Patrick Ryder said, “We believe Russia may plan to use these North […]

At Least 93 Dead in Northern Gaza Strike; U.S. Calls it ‘Horrifying’

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 30, 2024

CAIRO — At least 93 people, including 20 children, were killed or went missing, and dozens more were hurt after an Israeli airstrike hit a residential building in Beit Lahiya, northern Gaza, on Tuesday, according to Gaza’s health ministry. Rescue workers say more victims may still be trapped under the rubble. Emergency teams can’t reach […]

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