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Trump Asks Supreme Court to Stop Law That Might Ban TikTok

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 29, 2024

In a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to hold off on enforcing a law that could either ban TikTok or force its Chinese owner, ByteDance, to sell the app to an American company. Trump says he needs more time after taking office to try and resolve the situation politically. What’s […]

Heartbreak and Sadness at Jeju Air Crash in South Korea

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 29, 2024

Muan, South Korea – A heartbreaking and terrible accident happened at Muan International Airport on Sunday. Jeju Air flight 2216, a big plane called a Boeing 737-800, was flying from Bangkok, Thailand, to South Korea. Sadly, it crashed while trying to make an emergency landing. The crash was devastating. The plane hit a wall, burst […]

Peru Fights Back: Emergency Declared After Big Oil Spill

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 28, 2024

In northern Peru, a big problem unfolded when an oil spill happened near the Pacific Ocean. The government acted quickly by declaring an environmental emergency for 90 days. Here’s the full story in simple words: What Caused the Spill? Last weekend, a ship was getting ready to transport oil from the Talara refinery when something […]

Japan Sets Record Budget for Seniors and Defense Needs

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 28, 2024

Japan has decided to spend more money than ever before in its history to take care of its aging population and make the country safer from threats. The government approved a huge budget of 115.5 trillion yen, which is about $730 billion, for the fiscal year starting in April 2025. Taking Care of Older People […]

China Vows to Act if Its Safety Is Threatened, Says Official

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 27, 2024

Manila, Philippines – China has sent a strong warning to the Philippines, saying it will not stay silent if its safety feels threatened. During a press conference in Beijing on Thursday, Mao Ning, the spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, made it clear: “Our message to the Philippines is simple: China won’t stand by […]

US Says Russian Defenses Might Have Hit Azerbaijan Plane

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 27, 2024

On Thursday, a U.S. official shared new details about a terrible plane crash that happened in Kazakhstan. The crash involved an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet, and sadly, 38 people lost their lives. Let’s break down what we know so far in simple terms. The Crash: Where and What Happened? The plane was flying from Baku, […]

Suspect Found in Woman’s Tragic Death on NYC Subway

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 25, 2024

New York, NY – A horrifying incident unfolded over the weekend when a 33-year-old woman was tragically killed after being set on fire aboard a stationary subway train in Brooklyn. Police quickly apprehended the suspect, Sebastian Zapeta, a Guatemalan citizen, who now faces charges of murder and arson. What Happened? On Sunday, Zapeta allegedly used […]

Swiss Plane Lands in Emergency, Crew Member in ICU

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 25, 2024

A Swiss International Air Lines flight, heading to Zurich from Bucharest, had to make an emergency landing in Graz, Austria, on Monday due to a serious engine issue and smoke in the cabin and cockpit. This caused panic among the 74 passengers and 5 crew members onboard. What Happened During the Flight? The plane, an […]

Greenland’s Leader Says ‘No’ to Trump’s Idea of Buying It

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 24, 2024

COPENHAGEN – Greenland’s leader made it clear on Monday that the vast Arctic island is not for sale, responding firmly to recent comments by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Greenland has been part of Denmark for more than 600 years and holds a unique position as a semi-autonomous territory. “Greenland is ours. We are not for […]

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder of health insurance CEO

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 24, 2024

NEW YORK — Luigi Mangione, accused of shooting health insurance executive Brian Thompson, pleaded not guilty to murder charges in a New York courtroom on Monday. Mangione, 26, is accused of killing Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, during an early morning attack outside a Manhattan hotel on December 4. What Happened in Court? Mangione, dressed […]

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