US officials reportedly warned Iran that Israel was planning to assassinate senior Iranian leaders involved in negotiations, using intermediaries to urge precautions. The move highlights just how fragile diplomacy remains amid the ongoing regional conflict.
🇯🇵 The Japanese yen has hit a 40-year low against the US dollar. Imports become more expensive for Japan. Japan gets cheaper for tourists. Exporters gain a competitive edge. Markets are watching for possible government intervention if the yen keeps falling.
A new UCL study found that engaging in arts and culture, like music, painting, museums, or theater, may slow biological aging as much as regular exercise. Researchers say people who joined creative activities weekly were biologically about a year younger on average.
Posibleng may masamang epekto ang mga naging aksyon ni Sen. Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa nitong linggo sa interim release request ni Rodrigo Duterte, paniniwala ng isang international law expert.
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Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa is now listed by the ICC as a “defendant at large,” following the unsealing of an arrest warrant tied to Duterte’s drug war case. The ICC alleges crimes against humanity linked to anti-drug operations from 2016–2018.
SC did not issue a TRO on Sen. Bato dela Rosa’s petition to block any arrest or transfer linked to the ICC case. SC instead ordered government officials to respond to the petition. Dela Rosa remains under Senate protection as legal and political tensions continue to escalate.
The Philippines government should arrest former police chief Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa immediately following the ICC's arrest warrant.
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@PhilippineStar Tigilan nyo na ang panloloko sa taong bayan! I-trial nyo si Sara agad agad pag inendorse na ng House sa inyo! Yan ang gusto ng taong bayan!!
PH inflation surged to 7.2% in April 2026, jumping from 4.1% in March and hitting a 3-year high, far above expectations (~5.5%). Rising fuel and food prices, driven by global oil shocks, were the main drivers.
House panel finds probable cause to impeach VP Sara Duterte, with all 53 members backing the move. Case now goes to the House plenary, if 1/3 votes yes, it heads to the Senate for trial. Allegations include misuse of funds, unexplained wealth, and threats vs top officials.
Brent crude surges past $125/barrel as Iran war tensions escalate and talks stall, disrupting oil supply via the Strait of Hormuz. Global stocks fall across Asia and beyond as investors react to rising energy costs and uncertainty.
House panel finds probable cause to impeach VP Sara Duterte after unanimous 53–0 vote. Allegations include misuse of funds, unexplained wealth, and threats vs Marcos family. Case heads to House plenary; if 1/3 vote yes, Senate trial follows.
Pasig Mayor Vico Sotto says he won’t run for any position in 2028 and is eyeing a shift to education, planning to teach and focus on developing future leaders instead of pursuing national office.
PH rate decision now a “close call” as stagflation risks rise. Global energy shocks from the Iran conflict are pushing inflation higher while growth weakens, leaving the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas torn between raising rates to curb prices or holding to support the economy.
Ex-sen. Trillanes claims Duterte family allegedly received millions from suspected drug lord Sammy Uy: Sara ~P22M, Rodrigo ~P15.6M, Baste ~P51.5M, Paolo ~P38.8M, Honeylet & Kitty ~P53.2M.