SSPX risk Catholic schism over unauthorised bishop consecrations
The Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) has ignited a major ecclesiastical internal conflict by announcing its intention…
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.
Rafah border crossing re-opens under strict security oversight
After more than a year of complete closure, the Rafah border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt…
ASEAN foreign ministers set agenda
Foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have convened in Cebu, Philippines, for an annual…
Philippines hosts Myanmar stakeholders’ meeting to revive ASEAN peace plan
The Philippines, as the 2026 chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), hosted a crucial “stakeholders’…
Pope Leo XIV sets collaborative tone with cardinals at extraordinary consistory
Pope Leo XIV has moved to shape the direction of his pontificate by convening an extraordinary consistory of…
Ukraine to United States: Germany’s 2026 foreign policy challenges
The Federal Republic of Germany enters 2026 confronting a fast-changing international landscape that is testing its foreign relations…
Former UN chief Ban Ki-Moon calls for UN reform, stronger accountability
Former United Nations Secretary-General and member of The Elders, Ban Ki-moon, has issued a compelling call for reform…
Raid on UNRWA draws condemnation
Tensions between Israel and the United Nations have intensified following a controversial raid by Israeli forces on the…
German Christmas markets grapple with rising security costs
As Germany’s festive season gets underway, Christmas markets across the country are tightening security in response to past…
AI-powered laser robot unveiled for weed control
A groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted robot named “Beam” is now being deployed by a German startup company to…
Philippines launches ASEAN 2026 chairship with focus on AI, peace
Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr formally launched the Philippines’ chairship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations…
ASEAN debuts climate pavilion at UN’s COP30 summit
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) officially inaugurated its first-ever dedicated pavilion at the 2025 UN Climate…
Allies reaffirm rules-based order, deterrence in Manila South China Sea talks
Regional and international partners gathered at the Manila Dialogue on the South China Sea, held from November 5…
Hamburg seeks to become a leading AI centre
Following an Artificial Intelligence (AI) summit last September 16, 2025, leaders in business, science and the German government…
New technology streamlines German grape harvest
In the renowned Moselle wine region of western Germany, researchers are testing an advanced vineyard technology that could…
Muslim scholars granted prayer room in the Vatican
The Vatican has granted Muslim scholars access to a dedicated prayer room within its Apostolic Library, marking a…
UN launches AI governance bodies to address regulation
The United Nations has established two new Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance institutions as part of a concerted effort…
Philippines vs. China: Fiery debate over South China Sea at 80th UNGA
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-level Week 2025 saw a tense and highly charged exchange between the…
Policy shift redefines Palestinian recognition status
On September 23, a landmark move in international diplomacy was underscored when several Western nations formalised recognition of…
80th UN General Assembly to tackle peace, AI, mental health
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-level week in New York, which is set to begin on September…
Cambodia‑Thailand border ceasefire monitored by ASEAN
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has deployed observers to monitor the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand…
US, Russian officials discuss energy deals alongside Ukraine peace talks
United States and Russian officials discussed potential energy deals on the sidelines of peace negotiations to end the…
Australia, Iran spiral into diplomatic crisis over arson allegations
Diplomatic ties between Australia and Iran have plunged into a full-scale crisis following Canberra’s decision to expel Iran’s…
AI helps farmers predict harvests with satellite precision
Scientists at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence in the town of Kaiserslautern are pushing the boundaries…