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Wildfires Rage Around Los Angeles, 5 Lives Lost

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 9, 2025

Wildfires have been raging around Los Angeles, causing massive destruction and loss of life. The fires started on Tuesday and quickly spread due to strong, dry winds. As of Wednesday, the fires have killed at least five people and forced more than 100,000 people to evacuate their homes. Hundreds of homes have been destroyed, and […]

Rescue Teams Save Lives After Tibet Earthquake Kills 120+

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 8, 2025

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 struck Tibet, China, on Tuesday, causing widespread damage. The epicenter was in Tingri, near Mount Everest, around 80 kilometers (50 miles) north of the world’s tallest mountain. The tremor was so strong that it also affected neighboring countries like Nepal, Bhutan, and India. Rescue Efforts and Survivors […]

Hamas insists Gaza war must end as hostage deal deadline nears

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 8, 2025

In the ongoing talks between Hamas and Israel, the Islamist group has remained firm on its demand for a full end to the Gaza war as part of any agreement to release hostages. This comes as U.S. President-elect Donald Trump sets a January 20 deadline for action. The Deadlock For months, Hamas, Israel, and mediators […]

Strong Earthquake in Tibet Kills Nearly 100, Hits Nepal

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 7, 2025

On Tuesday, a strong earthquake hit Tibet, close to the Himalayas, shaking buildings across neighboring countries like Nepal, Bhutan, and India. The earthquake, which was very powerful with a magnitude of 6.8, took place near Tingri, a small town in Tibet. The earthquake was deep in the ground, about 10 km below the surface, and […]

Trump’s request to delay hush money case sentencing denied

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 7, 2025

In a court decision on Monday, former U.S. President Donald Trump lost his attempt to delay his sentencing in the hush money case. This case stems from the $130,000 payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels to keep quiet about an alleged affair with Trump. What Happened in Court? Trump’s lawyers argued that his […]

Big US Winter Storm Brings Snow, Disrupts Travel Plans

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 6, 2025

A huge winter storm hit the Midwest early Sunday, making roads dangerous and causing big problems with travel. The storm, which includes blizzards and icy weather, is moving across the United States. Some places could see up to 15 inches (38 centimeters) of snow, and the weather could make roads impossible to drive on. The […]

Ukraine Launches New Attack in Russia’s Kursk Region

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 6, 2025

On Sunday, Russia announced that Ukraine launched a fresh attack in the Kursk region, located in western Russia. This area has been a key battleground for the past five months, with Russian forces trying to push out Ukrainian troops who have held on to parts of the territory since August. Background of the Conflict The […]

Judge Says Trump Must Be Sentenced in Hush Money Case

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 4, 2025

In a historic moment, President-elect Donald Trump is set to be sentenced on January 10, just days before his inauguration. The case centers around hush money paid to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, but Trump is unlikely to face jail time, according to a judge’s ruling. The situation is unique as no sitting or former […]

FBI: Cybertruck Blast Suspect Had PTSD, No Grudge Against Trump

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 4, 2025

The FBI revealed new details on Friday about the explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. They clarified that the suspect, Matthew Livelsberger, did not have any personal animosity toward President-elect Donald Trump. Instead, they believe he likely had post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and was dealing with other personal […]

Virgin Australia crew allegedly Attacked, robbed in Fiji

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 3, 2025

The Fiji government announced on Thursday that police are investigating two serious incidents involving two crew members from Virgin Australia. The crew members were allegedly victims of theft and sexual assault in Nadi, a popular tourist city, on New Year’s Day. The Virgin Australia crew members were on a layover in Fiji before their next […]

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