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Philippines: Fire engulfs 19 vehicles at Manila international airport car park: Flight operations were unaffected, the Manila International Airport Authority ...
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Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First Time: The Army's Typhon system, which can fire Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles ...
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Cuba apologizes to Canada for delivering wrong body to grieving family: Cuba apologized to Canada on Wednesday after authorities accidentally delivered the ...
reuters.com/world/americas/cuba-apologizes-canada-delivering-wrong-body-grieving-family-2024-04-24/
Greek bartenders win Havana Club cocktail competition in Cuba: A Greek mixologist duo, made up of Panos Minoudis and Andreas Giaprakas, has won a €10 ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236797/greek-bartenders-win-havana-club-cocktail-competition-in-cuba/
'So hot you can't breathe': 'Dangerous' 47°C heat index recorded in Philippines: Sweltering temperatures in Manila forced many schools to switch to remote ...
gulfnews.com/world/asia/philippines/so-hot-you-cant-breathe-dangerous-47c-heat-index-recorded-in-philippines-1.1713943683859
US and Philippines launch Balikatan joint military drills in South China Sea: Annual exercises will include coast guard at forefront of recent clashes with ...
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Body of Canadian father missing after he dies in Cuba: His family is demanding answers from Canadian officials after they were sent back the wrong body.
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China coastguard blocks Philippines vessels as maritime tension grows: Incident just days after Washington reiterated its security ties to Manila
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Asia’s next war could be triggered by a rusting warship on a disputed reef: China claims the vast majority of the South China Sea and has ramped up efforts to ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/26/asias-next-war-could-be-triggered-by-rusting-warship-disputed-reef/
Philippines says it won't give US access to more local military bases: The Philippine president says his administration has no plan to give the U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Philippines Rejects US Access to More Military Bases
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allowed US access to four more Philippine military bases, bringing the total to nine.
- The Biden administration is strengthening alliances in the region to counter China, aligning with Philippine efforts to enhance external defense.
- Marcos emphasizes that the presence of US troops is in response to China's aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
- China accuses the Philippines of providing the US with bases that could undermine its security.
US, Philippines to Kick Off ‘Expansive’ Balikatan Exercise: This year's exercise, the 39th iteration since 1991, will be the first to take place outside the ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/us-philippines-to-kick-off-expansive-balikatan-exercise/
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice'
channelnewsasia.com/asia/philippines-says-decision-strengthen-ties-japan-us-sovereign-choice-4274186
Biden to warn Beijing against meddling in South China Sea: Rusting hulk of Philippine vessel Sierra Madre grounded on disputed reef has become potential US-China ...
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Quick Glance: China conducts military drills in South China Sea amid US-led exercises
- China conducted military 'combat patrols' Sunday in the disputed South China Sea, while joint drills by the Philippines, the United States, Japan, and Australia were ongoing.
- The announcement came one day after defense chiefs from four countries, including the Philippines, stated they would conduct joint drills in the area on Sunday.
- Beijing's People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command mentioned organizing 'joint naval and air combat patrols in the South China Sea'.
- Further details about the Chinese military activities in the waterway on Sunday were not disclosed.
US ex-diplomat sentenced to 15 years for spying for Cuba over decades
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Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba
- Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.
- Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.
- The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.
- The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.
Malacañang flags deepfake audio of Marcos ordering military attack : The fake audio comes in the lead up to military exercises in the West Philippine Sea under ...
rappler.com/philippines/malacanang-flags-deepfake-audio-marcos-ordering-military-attack-april-2024/
India delivers first batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines
gulfnews.com/world/india-delivers-first-batch-of-brahmos-supersonic-cruise-missiles-to-the-philippines-1.1713776582866
Writer Leonardo Padura chronicles life in Cuba as his detective 'alter ego' solves gripping crimes
apnews.com/article/leonardo-padura-detective-novels-havana-cuba-literature-4400c483f6e1fecd14875f2d853c08eb
Analysts: US missile deployment expected to assist Philippines’ defense: The deployment of the Mid-Range Capability system in recent live-fire drills is the ...
rfa.org/english/news/southchinasea/missile-deployment-philippines-04232024135040.html
Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister: Deliberate U.S. Policy of “Destroying Cuban Economy” Drives Migration
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Biden ‘Faithfully’ Follows Trump’s Steps on Cuba, Minister Says: President Joe Biden has been “faithfully” following his predecessor’s footsteps when it comes to ...
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View from Manila: Will the real gentleman – or agreement – please stand up? : China insists that a gentleman's agreement with Manila was made in the past ...
rappler.com/philippines/view-from-manila-rodrigo-duterte-xi-jinping-gentleman-agreement-west-sea/
Philippines arms up a two-front pushback on China: MANILA - This week, the Philippines and United States kicked off their largest-ever and most consequential ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/philippines-arms-up-a-two-front-pushback-on-china/
Philippines, US launch annual joint military drills: MANILA: Thousands of Filipino and American troops kicked off joint military exercises in the Philippines on ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/philippines-us-annual-joint-military-drill-south-china-sea-taiwan-4281986
US will defend Philippines from any attack in South China Sea — Biden: At White House summit with Philippines' Marcos and Japan's Kishida ...
trtworld.com/us-and-canada/us-will-defend-philippines-from-any-attack-in-south-china-sea-biden-17745332
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
Will trilateral cooperation among US, Japan and Philippines blunt China’s assertiveness in the region?
channelnewsasia.com/world/trilateral-summit-white-house-united-states-japan-philippines-biden-kishida-marcos-china-south-china-sea-territorial-disputes-4260781
In US meeting, Philippines says it will assert South China Sea rights: 'We are determined to assert our sovereign rights, especially within our exclusive ...
rappler.com/philippines/manila-assert-rights-south-china-sea-meeting-united-states-april-12-2024/
Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Philippines’ Marcos says will not hand former president Duterte to ICC over drug war
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Cubans are starving because their regime is so power-hungry: Cuba easily produced its own food until 1960 but is now fully dependent on food imports ...
thehill.com/opinion/international/4602535-cubans-are-starving-because-their-regime-is-so-power-hungry/
‘Largest Balikatan’: What you need to know about the 2024 PH-US military exercise
rappler.com/philippines/things-to-know-balikatan-united-states-military-drills-2024/
Cuba Sees Tourism Boom with Global Interest Surge: Cuba marked a significant uptick in tourism this year, welcoming 809,238 international visitors in the first ...
riotimesonline.com/cuba-sees-tourism-boom-with-global-interest-surge/
Biden assures ‘ironclad’ US defense support for the Philippines and Japan amid growing China provocations
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The Road to the First Japan-Philippines-US Trilateral Summit: The road to the historic meeting was paved by the growing security cooperation between and among ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/the-road-to-the-first-japan-philippines-us-trilateral-summit/
‘Where is my father?’ Body sent to grieving family was the wrong one: A family in Quebec is searching for answers after their father’s remains didn’t make it to ...
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/where-is-my-father-body-sent-to-grieving-family-was-the-wrong-one.html
IN PHOTOS: PH, US, French navies hold maritime drills during Balikatan 2024 : France's Vendémiaire joins the Philippines and the US in this year's ...
rappler.com/philippines/photos-united-states-french-navies-maritime-exercise-balikatan-2024/
China warns against maritime containment: China on Monday warned against attempts to carry out maritime containment, with a senior military officer telling a ...
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Commentary: Once enemies, Japan and US strengthen their alliance: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s state visit to the White House continues the diplomatic ...
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/japan-us-philippines-summit-biden-kishida-marcos-south-china-sea-aukus-4258031
After Alvarez plea, AFP reiterates 'strict adherence to Chain of Command': Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez on Sunday urged the AFP to ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/15/afp-reiterates-strict-adherence-to-chain-of-command-1327
I don't know motorist caught using EDSA busway — PNP general: "I want to make it clear that this person who introduced herself as Major Miguel of the AFP is not ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/14/i-don-t-know-motorist-caught-using-edsa-busway-pnp-general-1047
Training exercises help AFP 'prepare for war' - Shoulder executive agent: More than showcasing its capabilities, training exercises with the country's allies and ...
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We stick with the President: AFP rejects Alvarez’s call to abandon Marcos: (UPDATED) Fellow congressmen want the Davao del Norte representative investigated ...
rappler.com/philippines/afp-statement-rejects-alvarez-call-abandon-marcos-jr/
Philippine settlement submerged by dam reappears due to drought - News | Khaleej Times
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[Newspoint] The lucky one: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. tends to align his priorities to the public mood and at the same time avoid issues that could inspire ...
rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/newspoint-the-lucky-one-ferdinand-marcos-jr/
Philippines plans ambitious exercise with U.S. as concerns over China grow: In the military exercise, U.S. and Philippine troops will perform joint operations ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/17/philippines-balikatan-joint-military-exercise/
Philippines, US, Japan, Australia hold maritime drills as tension lingers in West PH Sea
rappler.com/philippines/united-states-japan-australia-maritime-cooperative-activity-april-7-2024-2/
PNP, AFP refuse to withdraw support for Marcos: Alleged seditious remarks by Philippine congressman and former speaker Pantaleon Alvarez.
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/15/pnp-afp-refuse-to-withdraw-support-for-marcos-2129
South China Sea: Philippines, US, Japan to step up maritime cooperation to deter Beijing’s aggression
scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3258875/south-china-sea-philippines-us-japan-step-maritime-cooperation-deter-beijings-aggression
China’s Huge Sea Buildup Dwarfs Philippine Push on Tiny Island: A tiny island in the South China Sea symbolizes the struggle — and disparity — in the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-07/china-s-huge-sea-buildup-dwarfs-philippine-push-on-tiny-island
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Balikatan is 'perfect training ground' for Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept -- official
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Former MILF camp hosts US-Philippine military exercises in Maguindanao del Norte: The Marine Exercises 2024 at Camp Abubakar marks the first-ever bilateral ...
rappler.com/nation/former-milf-camp-hosts-us-philippine-military-exercises-maguindanao-del-norte/
‘Ridiculous’: why do Philippine communist rebels keep rejecting Marcos Jnr’s amnesty offers?
scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3259586/ridiculous-why-do-philippine-communist-rebels-keep-rejecting-marcos-jnrs-amnesty-offers
China has shouldered the 'Shoulder' of PH, US: China has warned of the Philippines' alleged calling of allies in the upcoming Balikatan exercises with America.
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/18/china-binanatan-ang-balikatan-ng-ph-us-1902
US showcases anti-China alliance with Japan/Philippines summit: Thursday’s three-way summit between President Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishidan and ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4587134-us-showcases-anti-china-alliance-with-japan-philippines-summit/
Marcos: Cooperation in Indo-Pacific region to bring 'brighter, more prosperous' future
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/13/marcos-cooperation-in-indo-pacific-region-to-bring-brighter-more-prosperous-future-748
AFP investigating 'recruitment' of military personnel by China-based firms: The AFP said they are working with other government agencies to investigate the ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/10/afp-investigating-recruitment-of-military-personnel-by-china-based-firms-1620
Ecuador was wrong to invade Mexico embassy, but we can’t ignore Cuba’s break-ins | Opinion
miamiherald.com/news/local/news-columns-blogs/andres-oppenheimer/article287534985.html
Quick Glance: Mexico Removes Diplomats from Embassy in Ecuador Amid Raid
- Mexico withdrew embassy personnel in Ecuador after security forces stormed the building.
- President Lopez Obrador criticized the arrest of former Vice President Glas and instructed to file a complaint at the International Court of Justice.
- Ecuador accused Mexico of misusing diplomatic immunities and privileges, leading to severed diplomatic ties.
- International condemnation ensued, with various Latin American countries, the US, EU, and the UN condemning the actions taken during the incident.
AFP defers to DOJ on investigation of Alvarez: The Armed Forces of the Philippines says it is deferring to the Department of Justice the issue of whether former ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/17/afp-defers-to-doj-on-investigation-of-alvarez-1845
Cubans defy odds to release first video game abroad | kuwaittimes: Cubans defy odds to release first video game abroad - Technology - HAVANA: Cuba’s first ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/13009/technology/cubans-defy-odds-to-release-first-video-game-abroad/
Japan can aid lagging US defense industrial base: diplomat: US ambassador to Japan says Tokyo’s role in the AUKUS defense pact will help overcome bottlenecks.
rfa.org/english/news/pacific/aukus-japan-philippines-04082024114342.html
The US Army will hold combat training in the Philippines to hone skills as maritime tensions rise
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/us-army-hold-combat-training-philippines-hone-skills-108987516
Timeline: Hidilyn Diaz and her journey to making Olympic history: MANILA, Philippines — Hidilyn Diaz may have kissed a fifth straight Olympics appearance goodbye ...
sports.inquirer.net/560706/timeline-hidilyn-diaz-and-her-journey-to-making-olympic-history
Thailand issues warning as heatstroke kills 30: Thailand issued fresh warnings about scorching hot weather as the government said heatstroke has already killed ...
punchng.com/thailand-issues-warning-as-heatstroke-kills-30/
Canada: The shock came when I looked into the coffin: A family in Canada is looking for their father who died while on vacation. Because there was another man in ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/panorama/id_100394046/kanada-beim-blick-in-den-sarg-kam-der-schock.html
France and the Philippines to start talks on a `visiting forces agreement,’ French envoy says | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
asahi.com/ajw/articles/15247107
‘Audio deepfake’ of Marcos Jnr ordering military action against China prompts Manila to debunk clip
scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3260229/audio-deepfake-marcos-jnr-ordering-military-action-against-china-prompts-manila-debunk-clip
"Dora the Explorer," children's cartoon staple of the 2000s, is back: The latest iteration of Dora leans into the growing share and diversity of U.S ...
axios.com/2024/04/25/dora-the-explorer-reboot-latino-animated
Argentine firms refuse to refuel Cuban state airline’s planes: Cuba’s state airline announced Wednesday that it had been forced to cancel two flights to ...
batimes.com.ar/news/latin-america/argentine-firms-refuse-to-refuel-cuban-state-airlines-planes.phtml
Executives from Cuban power company here for talks: Prime Minister Mark Phillips yesterday facilitated a meeting between the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba ...
stabroeknews.com/2024/04/25/news/guyana/executives-from-cuban-power-company-here-for-talks/
Vacation death: Cuba apologizes after Canadian family receives wrong remains | Globalnews.ca
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Black Panthers tap Hollywood to fake out FBI in The Big Cigar trailer: The new trailer for "The Big Cigar" drama series shows how Huey P ...
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India sends 1st BrahMos cruise missiles to Philippines | Taiwan News | Apr. 24, 2024 18:00
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Group of nearly 20 Cubans arrive in Florida Keys migrant landing, Border Patrol says
miamiherald.com/news/local/community/florida-keys/article287945520.html
Dominican Republic & Cuba: What Caribbean Volume Destinations Offer Besides Beaches
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Wrong remains sent to ‘exhausted’ Canadian family after death on Cuba vacation | Globalnews.ca
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Scorpions 39-0 at lunch after Red Force enforce follow-on: KINGSTON, Jamaica - Jamaica Scorpions were 39 without loss at lunch in their second innings after ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/scorpions-39-0-lunch-red-force-enforce-follow/
More nurses from Cuba expected this week – Health Minister - Guyana Chronicle: IN an effort to mitigate the shortage of nurses that exists in Guyana’s healthcare ...
guyanachronicle.com/2024/04/22/more-nurses-from-cuba-expected-this-week-health-minister/
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with US a 'sovereign choice' - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/18/philippines-says-decision-to-strengthen-ties-with-us-a-sovereign-choice.html
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