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Malaysian Ringgit, Chinese Yuan Drop Most in Asia’s Currencies

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 3, 2024

The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0208 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Currency Latest bid Previous day Pct Move Japan yen 149.910 149.59 -0.21 Sing dlr 1.347 1.3443 -0.23 Taiwan dlr 32.651 32.598 -0.16 Korean won 1403.400 1401.7 -0.12 Baht 34.515 34.51 -0.01 Peso 58.680 58.65 -0.05 Rupiah 15930.000 […]

Trump to Visit Notre-Dame for Reopening in First Trip Abroad

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 3, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has announced he will travel to Paris to attend the grand reopening of the famous Notre-Dame Cathedral this weekend. This will be his first trip abroad since winning the U.S. election. Restoring a Historic Icon Notre-Dame, one of the most cherished landmarks in Paris, was badly damaged by a fire over five […]

Thailand Protests Myanmar Navy Shooting at Thai Fishing Boats

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 2, 2024

BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is upset after Myanmar’s navy fired on Thai fishing boats, killing one fisherman and injuring two others. The boats were also detained by Myanmar’s navy. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said Thailand doesn’t believe the Thai boats intentionally entered Myanmar’s waters and disagrees with the violence. The incident happened on Saturday near […]

Christmas in Bethlehem Is Tough as Christians Leave West Bank

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 2, 2024

BETHLEHEM, West Bank — This Christmas, Bethlehem, the city where Christians believe Jesus was born, is facing another year without the usual celebrations. Tourists have stayed away, and many local families are leaving due to ongoing violence and difficult living conditions. The city is usually filled with lights, decorations, and visitors, but this year, the […]

World Central Kitchen to Pause Gaza Work After Israeli Strike

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 1, 2024

World Central Kitchen (WCK), a charity organization that provides food to people in need, announced on Saturday that it would pause its operations in Gaza after an Israeli airstrike hit a vehicle carrying its workers. The Israeli military confirmed that a Palestinian employee of WCK was killed in the attack, accusing the worker of being […]

US Approves $385M Arms Deal to Boost Taiwan’s Defense

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 1, 2024

The U.S. State Department has given the green light to a $385 million arms deal to Taiwan, which includes spare parts for F-16 fighter jets and advanced radar systems. This decision comes just before Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te embarks on a sensitive trip across the Pacific, including stops in Hawaii and Guam, both U.S. territories. […]

China Brings Back Multiple-Entry Visas for Hong Kong Travelers

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 30, 2024

China has decided to make it easier for people from Shenzhen to visit Hong Kong. Starting on December 1, they can enter Hong Kong multiple times a year with a special visa. Each visit will be for up to seven days, and the visa will be valid for one year. This is a big change […]

Runaway Dog Closes Paris Airport, Reunited with Owner

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 30, 2024

A runaway dog named Amalka caused a big stir at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport when she escaped from her carrier, forcing the closure of two runways for several hours. Amalka, a female dog, slipped out of her cage on November 19 during an unloading operation after arriving from Vienna on an Air France flight. […]

Israel Fires on South Lebanon After Ceasefire Violated

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 29, 2024

Israel announced on Thursday that its ceasefire with Hezbollah was broken after Israeli tanks attacked six areas in southern Lebanon. This attack came just hours after a truce was reached between Israel and Hezbollah, allowing people to return to their homes after 14 months of fighting. The ceasefire, which started on Wednesday, was brokered by […]

South Korea Faces Heavy Snowstorm for 2nd Day, 4 Lives Lost

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)November 29, 2024

SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea is dealing with the effects of a powerful snowstorm for the second day in a row, causing chaos across the country. The storm has led to the death of at least four people, caused dozens of flight cancellations, and forced ferries and trains to stop running. Snowstorm Brings Records […]

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