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…
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.
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…
Vatican declares SSPX excommunicated, in schism
The Holy See has responded to the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) by officially excommunicating the…
SSPX consecrates bishops despite Vatican schism warning
The traditionalist Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) has gone ahead with the consecration of four new bishops…
SPPX issues open letter to Pope Leo, cardinals
The traditionalist Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) has issued a defiant open letter and an accompanying 28-page…
ASEAN, Canada boost green ties, trade
Senior officials from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Canada have re-affirmed their commitment to deepening…
Philippines explores visa-free travel, stronger labour ties with Russia
The Philippine government is actively pursuing enhanced diplomatic and economic co-operation with the Russian Federation, focusing on boosting…
Philippines hosts German President Steinmeier in historic state visit
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. hosted German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Malacañang Palace on June 16, marking a…
German asylum benefits cuts violate EU law, top court rules
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has delivered a landmark ruling against German domestic policy, declaring that cuts…
Philippines convenes senior ASEAN officials to boost regional co-operation
The Philippines has hosted a series of high-level meetings aimed at reinforcing regional security, unity and international collaboration.
Germany loses vote for UN Security Council seat
Germany has suffered a foreign policy setback after failing to secure a temporary seat on the United Nations…