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Von der Leyen: EU Preparing Troop Deployment Plans for Ukraine

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 2, 2025

Europe is preparing “pretty precise plans” for a multinational troop deployment to Ukraine—part of a wider security guarantee for the war-torn nation, with support from the United States. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed this in an interview with the Financial Times, published Sunday. “President Trump reassured us that there will be American […]

US Judge Halts Deportation of Migrant Children to Guatemala

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)September 1, 2025

WASHINGTON — A federal judge has stepped in to protect ten unaccompanied migrant children from being deported to Guatemala, halting the Trump administration’s plan just hours before it could take place. The emergency ruling came on Sunday after lawyers from the National Immigration Law Center filed a last-minute complaint. The children, all between the ages […]

US Blocks Abbas From UN as Allies Push for Palestinian Statehood

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 31, 2025

In a move that shocked many, the United States announced on Friday that it will block Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas from traveling to New York next month for the United Nations General Assembly, where several key US allies are preparing to recognize Palestine as an independent state. The decision means Abbas, along with about […]

Trump Axes $4.9B Foreign Aid, Sparks Fierce Spending Clash in Congress

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 30, 2025

WASHINGTON — In a dramatic move that has shaken Washington, President Donald Trump announced he is canceling $4.9 billion in foreign aid—a decision that sidesteps Congress and deepens the growing battle over who really controls America’s budget. In a letter released late Thursday, Trump informed House Speaker Mike Johnson that he plans to withhold funding […]

Van Gogh Museum Faces Closure Without Dutch Government Aid

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 29, 2025

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam has sent out a chilling warning: without more help from the Dutch government, it may be forced to shut its doors. The museum says a massive €104 million ($120 million) renovation is urgently needed to protect its priceless treasures. Without it, the building can no longer guarantee the safety […]

Deadly Floods Ravage India, Pakistan After Himalayan Downpour

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 29, 2025

SRINAGAR/ISLAMABAD — Torrential rains pounded the Himalayas this week, unleashing destruction across India and Pakistan. In just 24 hours, at least 36 people lost their lives in India, while swollen rivers forced officials to issue flood alerts downstream in Pakistan. The deadliest tragedy struck near the sacred Hindu shrine of Vaishno Devi in Jammu and […]

Gabbi Garcia, Khalil Ramos explore Montreal in picture-perfect getaway

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 28, 2025

Kapuso couple Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos are making hearts flutter once again as they share sweet moments from their latest adventure in Montreal, Canada. On Instagram, Gabbi gave fans a peek into their dreamy getaway. The photos tell a story of love and discovery—enjoying a cozy meal at a restaurant, marveling at the stunning […]

Trump Eyes Stricter Limits on Student and Media Visas

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 28, 2025

Washington, D.C. – The Trump administration has unveiled a proposal that could dramatically reshape how long international students, cultural exchange visitors, and even foreign journalists can stay in the United States. The move, part of President Donald Trump’s broader crackdown on immigration, would end the current flexible visa system and replace it with strict time […]

Trump Tariffs Trigger 25 Nations to Stop US Mail Service

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 27, 2025

The United Nations postal agency confirmed Tuesday that 25 countries have suspended sending packages to the United States. The move comes as fears grow over the fallout from President Donald Trump’s looming tariffs. In a statement, the Universal Postal Union (UPU) revealed that postal operators from these countries have already notified the agency that they […]

Kate Valdez spends 25th birthday with Fumiya Sankai in Tokyo Disneyland

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)August 26, 2025

Kate Valdez just marked a very special milestone—her 25th birthday—and she chose to spend it in the most magical place of all: Tokyo Disneyland. But what made the day truly unforgettable wasn’t just the rides, the lights, or the fairytale atmosphere. It was who she celebrated it with—the love of her life, Fumiya Sankai. On […]

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