An Overview of Corruption Investigations in the Philippines
The current ubiquity of corruption underscores the normalization of impunity in the country’s politics, despite recent democratic uprisings.
Day: June 26, 2026
Lockheed Secures $8.4 Billion PrSM Ceiling Increase To Support Production Boost Framework
Lockheed Martin [LMT] has secured an $8.4 billion ceiling increase from the Army for its Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) contract, with the deal supporting a previously announced framework agreement to […]
House Appropriators Uncertain Navy Will Award F/A-XX Contract By August
House appropriators said they are skeptical the Defense Department will award the engineering and manufacturing development (EMD) contract for the Navy’s F/A-XX next-generation carrier-based fighter program by the most recent […]
House Appropriators Approve $1.07 Trillion FY ‘27 Defense Bill Amid Reconciliation Uncertainty
The House Appropriations Committee has approved its $1.07 trillion fiscal year 2027 defense spending bill, advancing a bill with a historic topline while uncertainty lingers over Congress’ next step to […]
Watch the moment a powerful earthquake strikes Venezuela
At least 188 people are dead and the death toll is expected to rise
Hoping for Miracles as Venezuela Digs Out From Massive Quakes
It is known as a “doublet,” two earthquakes in quick succession, and it has brought the Latin American country to its knees.
Hezbollah Says Israel Killed 3 Civilians In Lebanon Amid US-Iran Talks
Iran-backed Hezbollah on Thursday accused Israel of a “flagrant” ceasefire breach, saying it launched a drone and killed three civilians in southern Lebanon.
Socceroos fans celebrate at city sites – as it happened
This blog is now closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlbanese says Stefanovic saga ‘unfortunate’, but ‘words do matter’The prime minister was asked by the ABC about Karl Stefanovic’s departure from Nine. He had this to say:…
Economic losses mount as Venezuela earthquake death toll grows
Initial forecasts suggest damage could cost as much as 7 percent of the South American nation’s GDP.
Less Islamism, More Nationalism
In Iran and across the Middle East, the bond between religion and politics is getting weaker.