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Trump Wins US Presidency in Huge Comeback Victory!

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 6, 2024

Donald Trump has won the presidency once more, shocking many with his comeback after losing in 2020. The former president secured enough votes in key states, including Wisconsin, to win the election. Despite controversies and legal troubles, Trump’s strong message about the economy and immigration helped him regain support, especially from Hispanic and working-class voters. […]

Israel Carries Out Attack in South Lebanon as War Continues

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 5, 2024

In Lebanon, there have been more airstrikes from Israel, which resulted in the deaths of three people near the southern city of Sidon. This happened on Sunday, and it’s part of a bigger fight between Israel and a group called Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran. They have been clashing since late September. Israel’s military […]

Taiwan Sees Spike in Chinese Military Activity as US Election Gets Closer

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 5, 2024

TAIPEI — Taiwan’s defense ministry reported spotting 35 Chinese military aircraft, including fighter jets and bombers, flying south of the island and toward the Pacific for exercises. This marked the second day in a row of such activity as tensions rise. China claims Taiwan as part of its territory and regularly sends military planes and […]

Harris Reaches Out to Christians and Arab Americans While Trump Uses Violent Words Again

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 4, 2024

DETROIT/KINSTON, North Carolina – Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate for president, made a big push for votes at a historic Black church and spoke to Arab Americans in Michigan on Sunday. Meanwhile, her Republican opponent, Donald Trump, held rallies where he used some violent language. Polls show that Harris, who is 60 years old, has […]

North Korea Claims South Korea’s Leader is Increasing Risk of Nuclear War

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 4, 2024

SEOUL — North Korea’s state media released a report on Sunday accusing South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol of increasing the risk of nuclear conflict. The report, prepared by North Korea’s Institute of Enemy State Studies, criticizes President Yoon for his tough stance on the North, his military partnership with the United States, and his […]

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 […]

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