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Former Chief of Staff Says Trump Likes to Act Like a Dictator

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 24, 2024

In a recent interview, John Kelly, who used to be Donald Trump chief of staff, said that Trump acts like a dictator and does not understand the US Constitution. With the election coming up on November 5, Kelly expressed concern that if Trump becomes president again, he might rule like an authoritarian leader. Kelly, a […]

UK Airport Evacuated After Bomb Scare

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 24, 2024

A major UK airport in Birmingham had to be evacuated on Wednesday due to a bomb scare. Flights were stopped for several hours after police found a suspicious vehicle. Passengers were told not to travel to the airport, and those already inside were asked to leave the terminals with their luggage. West Midlands Police said […]

UN Agency Leader Urges Temporary Truce in North Gaza

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 23, 2024

CAIRO — The U.N. agency that helps Palestinian refugees is asking for a temporary truce in fighting to let people safely leave northern Gaza. They say the situation is very bad, with many people hurt and supplies running out because of the ongoing Israeli attacks. Philippe Lazzarini, the leader of the U.N. relief agency (UNRWA), […]

China Set for Live-Fire Drills in Taiwan Strait

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 23, 2024

BEIJING, China – China announced it will conduct live-fire military drills in the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, just days after US and Canadian warships passed through the area. The drills, announced by China’s Maritime Safety Administration, will take place near China’s southeastern coast, about 105 kilometers (66 miles) from Taiwan. China claims Taiwan as its […]

Israel Strikes Beirut Suburbs Amid Ongoing Tensions

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 22, 2024

In a tense situation, Israel launched airstrikes on Saturday in southern Beirut, targeting what it claimed were Hezbollah weapons facilities. This came after Hezbollah fired rockets into northern Israel and allegedly sent a drone towards Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s holiday home, which he called a serious attack. Although Netanyahu wasn’t at his home during the […]

US and Canadian Navies Sail Through Taiwan Strait After China War Drills

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 22, 2024

TAIPEI — Two warships—one US, the other Canadian warship—sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait together on Sunday less than a week after China conducted a new round of war games around the island, with Beijing denouncing the mission as “disruptive.” The US Navy, occasionally accompanied by ships from allied countries, transits the strait around once a month. China, […]

Fake Bomb Threats Create Chaos for Indian Airlines!

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 21, 2024

In India, more than 90 fake bomb threats have been reported against flights from different airlines this week, causing a lot of fear and delays for travelers. Although all planes landed safely, some had to be diverted to countries like Canada and Germany. Fighter jets were also sent to help escort planes flying over Britain […]

Elon Musk $1 Million Daily Payouts at Trump Rally Raise Legal Questions

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 21, 2024

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania — Billionaire Elon Musk made waves on Saturday by promising to give away $1 million every day until November’s election, starting with a check given at a rally supporting Donald Trump. This first $1-million prize was awarded to a man named John Dreher at Musk’s America PAC event in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, raising questions […]

Iran’s Supreme Leader says the death of a Hamas leader won’t stop the ‘Axis of Resistance’ from continuing its fight.

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 20, 2024

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declared that the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar will not stop the “Axis of Resistance” from continuing its fight. Despite Sinwar’s loss, Khamenei emphasized that the Hamas movement will remain strong and continue its cause. “His passing is painful for the Axis of Resistance, but this will not […]

Trump Imposes Tariffs: Promises to Tax China if They Invade Taiwan

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 20, 2024

WASHINGTON – Trump said he would impose tariffs on China if they “go into Taiwan.” He told the Wall Street Journal, “If you go into Taiwan, I’m sorry to do this, I’m going to tax you, at 150% to 200%.” When asked if he would use military force against China if they blockaded Taiwan, Trump […]

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