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North Korea Admits It Destroyed Roads and Railways to Block South Korea

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 17, 2024

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea has confirmed that it destroyed parts of roads and railways that connect to South Korea, calling the neighboring country a “hostile state,” according to North Korean state media on Wednesday. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said that the transport routes between the two countries “have been completely blocked […]

North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean road on its side of border, Seoul says

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 16, 2024

In a big move that’s making things even more tense on the Korean Peninsula, North Korea blew up parts of roads and railways that connect it to South Korea. This happened on the northern side of the border, which separates the two countries. According to South Korea’s military, the explosions happened around noon, and although […]

Trump’s New Crypto Platform Struggles on First Day of Sales

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 16, 2024

NEW YORK, United States — Former US President Donald Trump’s new cryptocurrency platform, World Liberty Financial, had a rough start on Tuesday. The company launched by Trump, his sons, and other entrepreneurs, aimed to sell 20 billion digital tokens at 1.5 cents each, totaling $300 million in value. However, by the end of the day, […]

Trump Promises 10,000 More Border Agents to Fight Harris on Immigration

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 15, 2024

WASHINGTON – Donald Trump promises on Sunday during a rally in Arizona. If he gets re-elected, he said he would hire 10,000 more border patrol agents to help with illegal immigration. He plans to do this by asking Congress to approve a pay raise for the agents and give them bonuses to keep them on […]

China starts military drills near Taiwan, making Taiwan upset and worrying the U.S.

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 15, 2024

China’s military began large war exercises near Taiwan on Monday as a warning to Taiwan’s government, which China says is trying to be independent. Taiwan, a country that has its own government, does not want to be controlled by China. But China still claims Taiwan as part of its territory. Taiwan’s President, Lai Ching-te, recently […]

Trump Says No to Fox News Debate with Harris in Late October

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 14, 2024

Former President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he will not participate in another debate with Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. This news came just hours after Fox News invited both candidates to join a possible second debate on either October 24 or October 27. Trump and Harris had their first debate on September 10. […]

Floridians Say: ‘Paradise is Still Paradise’ as They Promise to Rebuild After Two Hurricanes

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 14, 2024

Chris Fiore, a resident of Siesta Key, Florida, was ready to receive new appliances and furniture to replace the ones destroyed by Hurricane Helene just weeks ago. Instead, she found herself sweeping seawater and mud from her dream home, which was flooded again after Hurricane Milton hit this week. Despite the damage, Chris refuses to […]

Taiwan on High Alert After China’s Aircraft Carrier Is Seen Nearby

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 13, 2024

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan is on high alert after its defense ministry detected a Chinese aircraft carrier group near its southern waters on Sunday. The Chinese carrier, the Liaoning, was spotted approaching the Bashi Channel and may continue into the western Pacific Ocean. Taiwan’s military is closely watching the situation and is ready to act […]

Florida Starts Tough Recovery After Two Major Hurricanes Hit Back-to-Back

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 13, 2024

FORT PIERCE, Florida – Millions of people in Florida are starting a tough recovery after two major hurricanes hit just weeks apart. On Friday, residents began cleaning up after Hurricane Milton, which caused flooding, deadly tornadoes, and power outages, all while many were still recovering from Hurricane Helene. Milton brought heavy rain and winds, flooding […]

Russia Complains to Japan About Joint Military Drills with the US

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 12, 2024

MOSCOW — The Russian government has strongly opposed Japan’s plan to hold joint military exercises with the United States in areas close to Russia’s border later this month and in November. Russia’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement that it has made it clear to Japan that these military exercises are not acceptable. Russia also […]

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