Monthly Archives: May 2026

Marcos in Japan: A state visit with arms sales and China in mind

TOKYO (AP) — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is receiving an exceptional level of hospitality that included a palace banquet during a four-day state visit to Japan that culminated Thursday, May 28. The visit sends a clear message that Tokyo is keen to upgrade ties with a nation it sees as a key defense partner —

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Coalition urges probe into Stradcom-led LTO system, data breach

MANILA, Philippines — A coalition on Thursday urged the Land Transportation Office (LTO), Department of Transportation (DOTr), and the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DepDev) to address its concerns on possible data breach and alleged bypass of clearance over the continued use of Stradcom-led LTO IT system.  Coalition 169 noted that the LTO continued

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El Niño may cut PH rice output by 700,000 metric tons, says DA

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Thursday warned that a severe El Niño could slash national rice output by as much as 700,000 metric tons, signaling serious risks to the country’s food security and rural incomes. The DA made the pronouncement as it ordered the reconvening of its El Niño task force

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Thailand LGBTQ+ friendly for centuries. Long before Western debates: Bangkok Pride 2026

Bangkok Pride Month 2026 : Thailand’s warmth toward the LGBTQ+ community didn’t start with a law. It was already in the culture, long before the world started paying attention. Ask almost anyone who has lived in or travelled through Thailand and you’ll hear some version of the same story. A gay couple holding hands on …

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