A news report from Tokyo stated that leaders from the Group of Seven are set to adopt for the first time a statement of their concerns against Chinese militarism in the South China Sea.
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Pimentel favors new arrangements for pregnant detainees, prisoners
The Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights wants alternative arrangements like house and hospital arrests for pregnant detainees and prisoners, in recognition of women’s rights as embodied in the constitution.
China imposes tight security on the 25th year of Tiananmen crackdown
China deployed additional manpower in preparation for the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown.
DFA calls on OFWs in Libya to avail of voluntary repatriation
The Department of Foreign Affairs continue to advise OFWs in Libya to leave the country immediately, due to the increasingly volatile situation there.
Saudi review reveals 100 more Mers-Cov cases
Over a hundred cases of MERScov have gone unreported, with a Saudi press agency reporting significantly higher figures compared to the official report of the Saudi health ministry.
Travelogue: Bilbao, Spain
Angela Garcia’s travelogue takes us to Bilbao, Spain
Head of France’s main opposition UMP party to step down amid allegations of party funding fraud
The head of France’s main opposition UMP party to step down amid allegations of party funding fraud as UMP officials allegedly told company to produce fake invoices opening race on for UMP leadership and its 2017 presidential ticket. Francois Cope, head of France’s main opposition UMP party, agreed to step down amid allegations of party funding fraud, party officials said, triggering a race to secure the conservative party’s ticket for the 2017 presidential election. Ivy […]
Confirmation hearing for De Lima
Here’s the update on the ongoing confirmation of Department of Justice Leila De Lima in the Commission on Appointments brought to us by Eagle News reporter Meanne Corvera.
DFA points out four exit routes in Libya
Because of the worsening civil war in Libya, the Department of Foreign Affairs indicated four exit routes that Filipinos can use to leave the country.
International tribunal gives China deadline to answer Philippine complaints in territorial dispute
An international tribunal gave China until December 15 to present their counter-memorial in response to the Philippine complaints regarding the disputed territorial claims in the West Philippine Sea. Based on the Chinese counter-memorial, the tribunal will decided whether or not a hearing is needed.
Astronomers discover type of rocky planet much bigger than Earth
(Reuters) – Astronomers have discovered a new type of rocky planet beyond the solar system that weighs more than 17 times as much as Earth while being just over twice the size, scientists said on Monday. The so-called “mega-Earth” circles a very old star called Kepler-10, which is located about 560 light-years away from Earth in the constellation Draco. The discovery, announced at the American Astronomical Society meeting in Boston, was a surprise since planets […]
Asian shares steady, rising U.S. yields bolster dollar
(Reuters) – Asian shares were steady on Wednesday and the dollar benefited from rising U.S. Treasury yields, while the euro remained under pressure ahead of expected easing steps from the European Central Bank. ‘s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan .MIAPJ0000PUS was flat in early trade, not far from last week’s one-year high. Japan’s Nikkei stock average .N225 rose 0.1 percent, getting a lift from a weaker yen, and building on Tuesday’s 2-month closing […]
