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

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 5, 2024

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 […]

South Korea’s Opposition Moves to Impeach the President

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 5, 2024

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 […]

Trump Wants Judge to Drop Hush Money Case After Election Win

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 4, 2024

Donald Trump is asking a judge in New York to drop the criminal charges against him, saying the case would make it harder for him to do his job as president. In May, Trump was found guilty of paying $130,000 to a woman named Stormy Daniels, who claimed she had an affair with him, which […]

US Urges Peaceful, Lawful End to South Korea’s Crisis

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 4, 2024

The United States expressed serious concern on Tuesday about the situation in South Korea after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law. The U.S. hopes that the crisis will be resolved peacefully and according to the law. What Happened in South Korea? Yoon’s unexpected decision to declare martial law has shaken South Korea, as it […]

Malaysian Ringgit, Chinese Yuan Drop Most in Asia’s Currencies

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 3, 2024

The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0208 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Currency Latest bid Previous day Pct Move Japan yen 149.910 149.59 -0.21 Sing dlr 1.347 1.3443 -0.23 Taiwan dlr 32.651 32.598 -0.16 Korean won 1403.400 1401.7 -0.12 Baht 34.515 34.51 -0.01 Peso 58.680 58.65 -0.05 Rupiah 15930.000 […]

Trump to Visit Notre-Dame for Reopening in First Trip Abroad

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 3, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has announced he will travel to Paris to attend the grand reopening of the famous Notre-Dame Cathedral this weekend. This will be his first trip abroad since winning the U.S. election. Restoring a Historic Icon Notre-Dame, one of the most cherished landmarks in Paris, was badly damaged by a fire over five […]

Thailand Protests Myanmar Navy Shooting at Thai Fishing Boats

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 2, 2024

BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is upset after Myanmar’s navy fired on Thai fishing boats, killing one fisherman and injuring two others. The boats were also detained by Myanmar’s navy. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said Thailand doesn’t believe the Thai boats intentionally entered Myanmar’s waters and disagrees with the violence. The incident happened on Saturday near […]

Christmas in Bethlehem Is Tough as Christians Leave West Bank

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 2, 2024

BETHLEHEM, West Bank — This Christmas, Bethlehem, the city where Christians believe Jesus was born, is facing another year without the usual celebrations. Tourists have stayed away, and many local families are leaving due to ongoing violence and difficult living conditions. The city is usually filled with lights, decorations, and visitors, but this year, the […]

World Central Kitchen to Pause Gaza Work After Israeli Strike

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 1, 2024

World Central Kitchen (WCK), a charity organization that provides food to people in need, announced on Saturday that it would pause its operations in Gaza after an Israeli airstrike hit a vehicle carrying its workers. The Israeli military confirmed that a Palestinian employee of WCK was killed in the attack, accusing the worker of being […]

US Approves $385M Arms Deal to Boost Taiwan’s Defense

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 1, 2024

The U.S. State Department has given the green light to a $385 million arms deal to Taiwan, which includes spare parts for F-16 fighter jets and advanced radar systems. This decision comes just before Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te embarks on a sensitive trip across the Pacific, including stops in Hawaii and Guam, both U.S. territories. […]

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