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MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro on Friday was no holds barred in saying those who even thought that the northernmost island of Batanes was part of China by way of Taiwan extension likely needs medical help.
AS the Philippines continues to embrace a more connected future, reliable logistics remains essential to keeping people, businesses, and communities moving. For decades, LBC Express has helped bridge distances across the country, delivering parcels, documents, and opportunities that support everyday transactions and…
Chinese President Xi Jinping met North Korea's premier in Beijing on Friday ahead of an event marking the 65th anniversary of the signing of a friendship treaty between the two nations, news footage aired by Chinese state broadcaster CCTV showed.
Typhoon Bavi, which spans 1,000km at its widest point – roughly the width of France – is sweeping across the Pacific towards Taiwan
AS wellness continues to evolve in today’s generation, consumers are becoming more mindful of the products they use for comfort, relaxation, and everyday relief. This growing demand for safer and more convenient wellness solutions led to the creation of MediHeat+, proudly recognized as the first-ever non-medicated h…
Analysts say a large defence budget will not ‘automatically’ resolve combat aircraft gaps that are affecting India’s overall aerial power
Analysts say a large defence budget will not ‘automatically’ resolve combat aircraft gaps that are affecting India’s overall aerial power
In some cases, popular live-streamers with online stores and millions of fans paid taxes as low as a few hundred yuan, authorities say
In some cases, popular live-streamers with online stores and millions of fans paid taxes as low as a few hundred yuan, authorities say
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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday affirmed full compliance with all Sandiganbayan directives as to the custody and medical monitoring of detained Sen. Rodante Marcoleta.
THE Philippines may have just been named the world’s best country to retire in. Still, for many Filipinos, balikbayans, OFWs, and second-home buyers, the deeper question is more personal: what kind of home makes retirement truly feel like a reward?
En esta fotografía difundida por la agencia de noticias Xinhua, una imagen tomada con un dron muestra la captura exitosa de la primera etapa del cohete portador Larga Marcha-10B --que había regresado a una plataforma marítima-- mediante un sistema de captura con red, el viernes 10 de julio de 2026, cerca de Wenchang…
The Philippines is now the world’s largest spender on solar panels amid the conflict.
Young chef offers to pay after kitchen fire seriously damages restaurant, but owner says that is not necessary
Young chef offers to pay after kitchen fire seriously damages restaurant, but owner says that is not necessary
Rare local government disclosures reveal senior colonel and first lieutenant from South China Sea-facing theatre command died on June 10
Rare local government disclosures reveal senior colonel and first lieutenant from South China Sea-facing theatre command died on June 10
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For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
Double world champions India were handed a harsh reality check as they succumbed to their fifth straight defeat during their tour of Ireland and England.
MASINLOC, Zambales — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said on Friday the military is carrying out security measures to protect Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal while expanding patrols across the country’s maritime territory, acknowledging the Armed Forces of the Philippines still lacks enough assets to fully secure…
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Prime Minister Anwar has called on voters to take BN down a peg in its stronghold, accusing his federal partner of ‘arrogance of power’
Prime Minister Anwar has called on voters to take BN down a peg in its stronghold, accusing his federal partner of ‘arrogance of power’
China successfully tests an experimental rocket recovery system using a net-like structure offshore on July 10. (Source photos from Hainan International Commercial Aerospace Launch's WeChat account)
Taiwanese memory chip producer Nanya Technology plans to quadruple capital spending in 2027 amid an unprecedented AI-fueled supply crunch. (Nanya Technology)
The agriculture ministry said Friday that it has registered “Japanese tea” under its system designed to protect goods with specific geographical origin as intellectual property.
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, a drone photo shows the successful capture of the returned first stage of Long March-10B carrier rocket on a seaborne platform via a net-capture system near Wenchang in southern China’s Hainan province on Friday, July 10, 2026. (Xing Guangli/Xinhua News Agency via AP)
The ban will come into effect immediately, according to China’s Ministry of Commerce and Generation Administration of Customs
The ban will come into effect immediately, according to China’s Ministry of Commerce and Generation Administration of Customs
MANILA, Philippines — Newly appointed Cabinet Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. made his first public appearance on Friday, vowing to help ensure that government services reach communities across the country.
South Korea's introduction of a digital nomad visa has strengthened its appeal to remote workers who want to live abroad while continuing to work for overseas employers.
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Members of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force stand at attention in Camp Asaka in Tokyo. (Photo by Sae Kamae)
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MANILA, Philippines — Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino, a staunch defender of the country’s sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea (WPS), on Friday warned against “revisionist interpretations” as he rejected Chinese academics’ claim over Batanes.
MANILA, Philippines — The National Security Council raised alarm on the claim of Chinese scholars in Batanes, firmly saying that such statements should not be ignored.
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ULAANBAATAR, July 10 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung said South Korea's unique pioneering spirit resembles Mongolia's nomadic spirit, adding that the resemblance helps drive bilateral friendship and understanding.
Turkey was ejected from the American F-35 programme in 2019 after it bought Russian air-defence systems
Turkey was ejected from the American F-35 programme in 2019 after it bought Russian air-defence systems
KYIV — China warned Russia against using nuclear weapons in response to Ukrainian strikes on its territory, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters Thursday.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is received by her Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, during her arrival at an event in New Delhi on July 2. © Reuters
The Under-17 international signs five-year deal with Ligue 1 side after moving from Chinese Super League outfit Meizhou Hakka
The Under-17 international signs five-year deal with Ligue 1 side after moving from Chinese Super League outfit Meizhou Hakka
‘Robust vitality’ cited as North Korean premier begins three-day trip in Beijing ahead of event marking defence pact’s 65th anniversary