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Senator Rodante Marcoleta, an ally of Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio, was arrested on a plunder charge hours before her impeachment trial. Separately, a large protest by the Iglesia ni Cristo movement demanded the presidential palace stop pursuing him, prompting the palace to cancel scheduled events.
Taiwan's defense ministry has reinstated 'anti-communist' patriotic education for military academy graduates, citing heightened military and infiltration threats from China. The classes, discontinued in 2002, will feature lectures from senior officials and think-tank experts. This comes as Taiwan reports a record number of Chinese naval vessels in the region.
As the United States marked its 250th anniversary, President Donald Trump's National Mall address and the official Freedom 250 celebration drew criticism from progressive activists and rival organizers. While the event featured record-breaking fireworks and military flyovers, Al Jazeera, BBC – World, and The Guardian – World each framed it differently, with the latter emphasizing a simultaneous grassroots effort to define America's next century.
China has rotated a new coastguard task force into waters east of Taiwan, marking the second such deployment in about a month. The move comes amid diplomatic tensions with Washington and follows high-level talks with the Philippines.
China has launched a second coast guard patrol east of Taiwan amid international concern. The operation follows a similar patrol in June, which Beijing says was a response to Japan-Philippines maritime boundary talks. Taiwan reports tracking Chinese vessels, while the US, UK, France, and Germany have expressed concerns.
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have officially initiated their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, a process they first signaled in September. The ICC has voiced concern, warning that such departures risk undermining global justice efforts, while the Sahel states have denounced the court as a tool of neocolonial repression.
Hong Kong's weather forecaster issued the No 1 typhoon signal on Thursday morning as a tropical cyclone moved south of the city, with forecasts indicating gradual intensification and strengthening winds by Friday. Meanwhile, a separate tropical depression near the Philippines is expected to intensify into Typhoon Noul, possibly making landfall in Guangdong over the weekend.
The Society of St. Pius X has consecrated four bishops without Pope Leo XIV's approval, prompting warnings of excommunication and schism. The Vatican has declared the group formally in schism, while the SSPX defends the act as a 'sacred duty' to uphold tradition.
Australian Maya Joint defeated Serena Williams in the first round of Wimbledon, ending the 44-year-old's comeback in singles. Joint's run ended in the second round with a loss to Alexandra Eala, leaving Daria Kasatkina as the last Australian woman in the draw.
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor announced that the US-India trade deal is in its final steps with only one percent of negotiations remaining. The deal, announced in February 2025, has seen momentum restored this year. Gor also mentioned President Trump's fond memories of India and upcoming Quad Foreign Ministers meeting.
China's People's Liberation Army dispatched vessels and aircraft to the South China Sea after a joint US-Philippine maritime exercise near Scarborough Shoal. A rare naval stand-off between Chinese and Philippine forces occurred as Manila wrapped up a large multinational drill.
South Korean and East Timorese foreign ministers met in Seoul and agreed to broaden cooperation in climate change, infrastructure, human resource development, and other areas. The visit marked the first official trip by an East Timorese foreign minister since 2002.
Philippine authorities have temporarily blocked the online gaming app GoreBox after a deadly school shooting in Tacloman City left three students dead and 20 injured. One of the teenage suspects was an avid player of the game, which depicts graphic violence. Investigators are examining possible online influences, with some lawmakers warning about extremist networks.
The Teochew-language indie film 'Dear You' has become a surprise box-office hit in China, earning over 1.6 billion yuan and sparking conversations about cultural heritage, migration, and soft power. The film's authentic portrayal of family separation through remittance letters has resonated deeply with audiences, both in China and across Southeast Asia.
Thousands of Kenyans are expected to take to the streets on Thursday to mark the second anniversary of the Gen Z protests, with heavy police deployment in Nairobi. The demonstrations recall the 2024 protests against a finance bill that led to its withdrawal, though activists say little has changed and continue to demand justice for victims of police violence.
A Hong Kong court has ordered a former employer to pay over HK$251,000 in damages to the family of a domestic helper who was dismissed in 2019 after being diagnosed with advanced cervical cancer and later died. The Equal Opportunities Commission brought the case under the Disability Discrimination Ordinance, arguing the dismissal was unlawful discrimination. The judge noted the sudden firing caused the helper emotional distress and financial pressure.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer concluded a two-day visit to New Delhi, with both sides reporting substantial progress in talks on a bilateral trade agreement. The visit aimed to finalize an interim deal and set the stage for a comprehensive BTA, though challenges remain over farm sector access and tariff rates.
A new Pew Research Center survey across 36 countries finds only 23% of adults trust President Donald Trump on world affairs, with confidence dropping in most nations with trend data. Views of the US itself are also largely negative, and assessments of its reliability and role are worsening.
President Lee Jae Myung hosted foreign ambassadors and heads of international organizations for a dinner at Cheong Wa Dae, featuring Korean dishes and discussions of South Korea's foreign policy. The event highlighted recent diplomatic outcomes and included a halal-certified menu.
A Malaysian woman, identified as a police officer, apologized after videos of her mocking locals in China as 'smelly' went viral, sparking debate on travel etiquette and prompting a police disciplinary inquiry.