German startup Isar Aerospace achieves historic orbital launch
Munich-based space startup Isar Aerospace successfully launched its uncrewed Spectrum rocket into Earth orbit from the Andoya Spaceport…
By Elan Castanares
Elan has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
His interests include International Relations, Current Events, Culinary Exploration, Local and Foreign Culture and Arts.
Bishop, Opus Dei clash in bitter dispute over Marian image at Torreciudad
A long-standing jurisdiction dispute between a Spanish bishop and the Catholic personal prelature Opus Dei has dramatically escalated,…
ASEAN pushes for more funding in clean energy, digital infrastructure
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has issued a unified call for increased investments in clean energy,…
Humanists awarded 2026 Goethe Medal
The Goethe-Institut officially conferred the 2026 Goethe Medal upon three distinguished international figures during an official ceremony in…
PH, US, Australia complete 19th joint maritime activity
Naval and air forces from the Philippines, the United States and Australia concluded the 19th Multilateral Maritime Co-operative…
Philippines, Malaysia strengthen ASEAN labour co-operation
The Philippines and Malaysia address workforce challenges in Southeast Asia by deepening bilateral labour ties and ASEAN co-operation.
Germany approves intel reforms to fight cyberattacks, terrorism
The German federal cabinet has approved a proposed legislation to reform and expand the operational powers of the…
UN conducts second informal poll in search for next chief
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) convened to hold its second informal straw poll as member states evaluate…
ASEAN, India finalise preparations for second joint maritime exercise
Navy representatives from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and India gathered in Manila…
Manila slams Beijing over arrest of over 100 Filipinos
Diplomatic friction between the Philippines and China has escalated following the detention of more than 100 Filipinos in…
Myanmar rejects ASEAN call to release Aung San Suu Kyi
Myanmar’s government has firmly rejected renewed calls from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for the immediate…
ASEAN chair demand release of Aung San Suu Kyi
The Philippines, holding the 2026 chairship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), has renewed its call…
Caskets bearing anti-China messages abandoned across Metro Manila
Philippine authorities have launched an investigation after five caskets containing hostile anti-China and anti-communist messages were discovered abandoned…
Philippine defense chief urges ASEAN to back arbitral ruling for regional stability
Philippine National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has urged member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations…
Philippines deposit official nautical chart of contested Scarborough Shoal with UN
The Philippines have formally deposited their official nautical chart of Scarborough Shoal with the United Nations Secretariat.
Music news: Bayreuth Festival opens 150th anniversary season
The Bayreuth Festival began its landmark 150th anniversary season on July 25, opening with a ceremonial concert and…
Philippines hosts 50th anniversary of ASEAN Treaty of Amity and Co-operation
The Philippines commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Co-operation in Southeast Asia (TAC) on…
Pope Leo XIV appoints new Chinese bishop
Pope Leo XIV has approved the appointment of Father Joseph Chang Yanfeng as the new bishop of Chifeng…
ASEAN foreign ministers wrap up talks amid global, regional security crises
Foreign ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) successfully concluded four days of intensive diplomatic engagements…
Candidates for next UN Secretary-General to face public, staff in town hall
Candidates vying to become the tenth United Nations Secretary-General are preparing to address an international audience during a…
Germany cracks down on money laundering and tax fraud
The German government has unveiled a comprehensive new legislative strategy designed to eliminate tax evasion and drastically strengthen…
Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) appeals to Vatican against excommunication decree
The traditionalist Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) has formally initiated a legal challenge against a decree of…
ASEAN holds historic ministerial talks with Myanmar in Bangkok
Foreign ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have convened for talks with a representative from…
German university establishes independent Islamic theology faculty
In a milestone for European higher education, the University of Muenster in Germany has officially opened Europe's first…