Experts raise concern as ‘Cicada’ COVID-19 variant spreads across the US
The World Health Organization (WHO) and public health experts in the United States have raised alarm over a…
By Eugene Nicklaus S. Laqui
Eugene achieved a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Media Studies at San Beda College Alabang.
He loves immersing myself in pop culture and keeping updated on whatever is happening locally and internationally.
Eugene has also had a particular interest in politics and geopolitics ever since he discovered journalism.
Aside from reading hard-hitting news, he also loves to spend his time listening to his playlists of pop music and watching sci-fi films and comedy series.
Myanmar elects ex-coup leader as its newest president
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing has sealed his grip as Myanmar's newest president on Friday after receiving landslide…
US-Japan strikes multi-billion-dollar energy deal amid Pearl Harbor joke
A monumental meeting between United States President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi unfolded at the…
Latest revelations from Epstein files rock European politics, royal families
As if the name of United States Donald Trump appearing 38,000 times in the Epstein files was not…
Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodriguez vows big changes
After the rise of Delcy Rodriguez as Venezuela's interim leader, she vowed to deliver a consequential and swift…
Syria restores Kurdish identity after over 60 years
A monumental decree has been signed by Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa that formally recognizes the existence of the…
UNHCR names its first non-Western chief in nearly 50 years
Former Iraqi president Barham Salih has been named the first non-Western chief of the United Nations High Commissioner…
Iranian leader Khamenei seeks to flee to Russia amid spread of protests, intel reveals
The supreme leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has begun to consider his backup plans should the protests…
Massive cut in US aid spells further uncertainty for UN-led humanitarian programs
The year 2026 may be a bleak period for the United Nations (UN) and its affiliated agencies as…
Met Gala to blend worlds of art and fashion in 2026 with ‘Costume Art’ theme
"Gird your loins!" as Nigel, played by Stanley Tucci in the film The Devil Wears Prada, called on…
Americans brave the longest government shutdown in US history
The United States has reached a grim milestone in its history with its longest government shutdown. This follows…
President Javier Milei’s ‘chainsaw’ agenda still a hit among Argentines
Argentina's "chainsaw" wielding president Javier Milei celebrated on Sunday after his political party received a massive number of…
Turkey renews its diplomatic commitments as mediator in regional conflicts
Turkey has positioned itself well as among the world's active mediators in current regional conflicts. Especially after Turkish…
Experts warn of Turkey’s increasingly obese society
Health experts in Turkey have highlighted the increasing number of Turks being categorised as "obese", which is linked…
International news: Turkey reaps favorable boon with US as President Erdogan meets Donald Trump
Longtime allies Turkey and the United States are set to further cement their relations after US President Donald…
Turkish government aims for better response to curb illegal migration
Despite the slipping numbers of migrants illegally crossing into its territories, Turkey seeks to improve its current laws…
Donald Trump unveils move to revive Department of War as he seeks to ‘clean’ Chicago
United States President Donald Trump has yet again surprised local and international news after signing an Executive Order…
Venezuela vows to defend its sovereignty as more US warships enter the Caribbean Sea
The tension in the Caribbean region continues to spiral with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro reiterating that his country…
First case of screwworm infection in human detected in Maryland, US health dept confirms
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) of the United States has confirmed that a patient from…
Measles outbreak in Texas now ‘over’ as Legionnaires’ disease creeps into NYC
Health officials in the US state of Texas have confirmed that the measles outbreak in their territory is…
Indonesia, Peru aim to bring LatAm, ASEAN Communities closer through trade
A stronger bridge between the Latin American region and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is on…
Climate change pushes Asian nations to extreme weather patterns
Communities in the Asian region have suddenly taken international headlines after experiencing record-breaking observances in terms of high…
Argentina seeks return to visa waiver program of US
Both governments of the United States and Argentina have confirmed that initial steps and agreements have been struck…
US tells foreigners to expect increased visa fee as its tourism sector slumps
The United States government has hinted that it would ramp up its visa fee policies to as high…