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The House of Representatives is one of the two chambers of the Congress of the Philippines, alongside the Senate. Under the 1987 Constitution, it helps make laws and represents the interests of Filipinos in legislative districts and party-list groups across the country.
For decades, physicists wrestled with a fundamental mystery of the universe.
More than 20 countries are joining a Trump administration initiative to coordinate next-generation wireless policy, standards and security before 6G reaches consumers.
Documentary series comes as political and maritime tensions have been ramping up between the neighbours for months
Documentary series comes as political and maritime tensions have been ramping up between the neighbours for months
SEOUL — A South Korean court handed jailed ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol an 18-month suspended sentence on Monday for spreading disinformation in his 2022 election campaign before his martial law bid.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government caved under the pressure of student protests across India — a rarity in the current administration — underscoring the rising influence of Gen Zs in the world's largest democracy.
The premier’s deputy, Ben Carroll, is among many MPs who don’t believe Labor can win another election under Allan
Lawmakers are calling for legislative reform that would allow election authorities to restrict or reschedule staff leave ahead of national elections, in response to the fallout from ballot shortages during the June 3 local elections.
A protester destroys an effigy of U.S. President Donald Trump during a protest march in Quezon City, Philippines Monday, July 27, 2026, ahead of the State of the Nation Address by President Marcos Jr. (AP Photo/Gerard Carreon)
Three NSW Liberal apparatchiks struck a lucrative deal with fugitive Sydney developer Jean Nassif to be paid $2 million to help the accused fraudster have the then-building commissioner sacked and a cabinet minister dumped, explosive evidence to a corruption inquiry has revealed.
The NSW Police Force has formally opposed the arming of private security guards at public Jewish events, countering a proposal described by Premier Chris Minns as a “small price to pay” for safety.
For centuries, fighting wars meant deploying hardware such as tanks, aircraft, artillery and weapons, built by a handful of prime contractors under long-term government programmes.
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has called on the Labor Party to return the money it raised from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s dinner this month at the home of the 25-year-old son of a Chinese billionaire accused of deceiving the tax office by funnelling huge sums of money from China.
The resignation of Perry Warjiyo, center, as the governor of Bank Indonesia was announced on July 27, leaving Senior Deputy Gov. Destry Damayanti, left, as acting governor. But analysts are concerned that President Prabowo Subianto's nephew, Thomas Djiwandono, right, currently a deputy governor, might replace Warjiy…
Andy Burnham came into office promising the biggest change in Britain for 40 years. But one week into his premiership, is Britain seeing transformation—or just a different style of politics?
New research reveals deep anxieties. Medals and cash bonuses have been mooted as incentives, but the real need is for women to have their feelings valued
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The phrase “follow the money” made its way into folklore after the 1976 film All the President’s Men, about Watergate, one of the most notorious political scandals in US history.
The national emergency alert test on Monday afternoon has been declared a success by the Albanese government even as it says it will take time to figure out how many phones received the message as it investigates reports many missed out.
Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho cited a health issue when asked about rumors that he would soon resign from the post, during a general meeting of the Legislation and Judiciary Committee at the National Assembly on Monday.
Germany has approved almost 800 million euros ($913m) in arms export licences to Israel in the first five months of 2026, more than in the previous 20 months combined, the government in Berlin has confirmed.
Security cabinet clears legal path for deployment from ‘friendly countries’ like Uganda and Morocco
Security cabinet clears legal path for deployment from ‘friendly countries’ like Uganda and Morocco
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, America's top military commander in the Middle East reportedly advised the White House to halt its bombing campaign around the Strait of Hormuz after concluding it had reached the limit of its effectiveness. Axios reports the assessment helped shape US President Donald Tru…
Government move follows months of drought and crop failures in Karamoja, with 1.5m people facing malnutrition
South Korea’s ousted former President Yoon Suk Yeol arrives to attend his trial at the Seoul Central District Court in Seoul, South Korea, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon, Pool, File)
MANILA, Philippines — Security has been tightened at the Senate following the recovery of a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) outside its premises, with Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian condemning what he described as an apparent attempt to sow fear on the day President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered hi…
Lee Moon Won Bio said Monday it has been selected for TIPS, South Korea’s flagship government-backed program for promising technology startups.
Gadi Eisenkot and his new party mount a strong challenge to Israel’s longest-serving prime minister
Gadi Eisenkot and his new party mount a strong challenge to Israel’s longest-serving prime minister
Federal government touts emergency warning alert test as a success and says no approach works 100% of the time
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Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
A masked protester claims a prominent Melbourne mayor appeared “filled with rage” before allegedly punching her in the face during an event to celebrate his election in the city’s inner north.
People Power Party to return 39.7 billion won in reimbursed election expenses if ruling is confirmed
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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 …
Japanese Crown Princess Kiko (back left), Princess Aiko (center) and Princess Kako (right) attend a spring imperial garden party at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens in Tokyo on April 17. Walking in front of them is Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. © Kyodo
Federal Court rejects free speech defence and upholds racial vilification finding over comments directed at a Muslim senator
Federal Court rejects free speech defence and upholds racial vilification finding over comments directed at a Muslim senator
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said a deadly Ukrainian attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea “cannot go unanswered”, calling it a violation of the United Nations Charter.
A secret briefing to Premier Jacinta Allan reveals her most senior advisers sought to warn her in writing in June 2023 that the Big Build she was overseeing as minister was being taken over by a lawless CFMEU, that this could cause major blowouts, and, bikies and criminals had reportedly infiltrated taxpayer-funded …
When Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Australia in May, she brought her host a gift chosen with diplomatic care: Crown Melons from Shizuoka, the most prized fruit in Japan, to mark Australia’s decision in January to reopen its market to Japanese melons. In Japan, a single Crown Melon can cost more than…
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Morgan Rogers scored 10 goals and registered seven assists in 37 Premier League matches last season for Aston Villa
The Liberal Party has been submerged in another bout of confusion about how to deal One Nation, after Opposition Leader Angus Taylor dismissed a frontbencher’s suggestion the parties could join forces after the election to form a governing majority.
Thousands of people turned out for the protests last week in different Indian cities