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US Didn’t Know About South Korea’s Martial Law, Says Blinken

The United States did not know about South Korea’s president’s decision to declare martial law, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday. President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law to stop political opponents, but he quickly reversed the decision after lawmakers disagreed with him. Speaking from Brussels, Blinken emphasized that it was important […]
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South Korea’s Opposition Moves to Impeach the President

In the early hours of Thursday, lawmakers in South Korea began efforts to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, accusing him of declaring martial law to stop investigations into himself and his family. This dramatic move follows Yoon’s declaration of martial law, which was South Korea’s first in over 40 years. The declaration was quickly overturned […]
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Filipinos in South Korea Stay Calm Despite Martial Law Tension

Filipinos living in South Korea are staying calm and collected despite recent political tensions following the brief declaration and lifting of martial law, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). Calm and Steady DFA Undersecretary for Migrant Workers Affairs Eduardo de Vega assured that Filipinos in South Korea remain composed. “Walang tumatawag-tawag sa embassy […]
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Did Rico Blanco Know About Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings?

Social media is buzzing with claims that singer-songwriter Rico Blanco, Maris Racal’s ex-boyfriend, made a bold statement about her alleged relationship with her love team partner, Anthony Jennings. But did Rico really say anything about this? Viral Quote Card Sparks Speculation A quote card circulated online, supposedly from Rico, claiming he knew about Maris and […]
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House Backs President Marcos with Full Support

In a show of unity, the House of Representatives pledged their “full support” to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., calling him a “symbol of the nation’s sovereignty.” During a Christmas Fellowship at Malacañang on Wednesday night, House Speaker Martin Romualdez, alongside other lawmakers, presented a manifesto to the President. This document affirmed their commitment to uphold […]
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Protest Held as ‘EJK Bill’ Hearing Takes Place

On Wednesday, human rights groups gathered outside the House of Representatives to protest parts of a bill that could classify extrajudicial killings (EJKs) by government officials as a “heinous crime.” While Karapatan, a rights group, supports the bill’s goal of holding state forces accountable, they believe the bill needs changes. Atty. Maria Sol Taule of […]
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