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Marcos honors outgoing South Korean envoy for strengthening PH-ROK ties

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday conferred the Order of Sikatuna with the Rank of Datu (Grand Cross), Gold Distinction on outgoing Republic of Korea (ROK) Ambassador Lee Sang-hwa in recognition of his contributions to strengthening the Philippines’ strategic partnership with South Korea.

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Labor group disputes President’s ‘₱200 wage increase’ claim

MANILA, Philippines — The country’s oldest labor federation on Thursday called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to consult workers directly instead of relying solely on economic managers, arguing that Malacañang has been given an incomplete and selective picture of the country’s wage situation.

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Incendio en fábrica de calzado deja 28 muertos, uno de los peores de China en años recientes

En esta fotografía difundida por la agencia de noticias Xinhua, se observa a bomberos en el lugar de un incendio en una fábrica de calzado en la aldea de Jiangtou, municipio de Chendai, ciudad de Jinjiang, provincia de Fujian (sureste de China), el jueves 9 de julio de 2026. (Zheng Liang/Xinhua vía AP)

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Mongolia says it will play ‘necessary role’ in reviving inter-Korean dialogue

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 …

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How Eastern Communications’ Project Maaasahan, PDSCN build an inclusive digital Philippines

IN the Philippines, connectivity is no longer just about access; it is about opportunity. It is about whether a student in a remote community can learn with the same tools as those in the city, whether families can access information that improves their lives, and whether communities can remain connected in moments …

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O que aconteceu após a China plantar 66 bilhões de árvores

Se há algo em que a China raramente decepciona é em sua capacidade de pensar grande. Arranha-céus erguidos em tempo recorde, pontes aparentemente impossíveis, cidades inteiras surgidas quase da noite para o dia. Há quase meio século, houve um projeto muito menos chamativo, mas ainda assim monumental: plantar árvores…

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