Around the Globe

Court decision ousts South Korea President Yoon, upholding impeachment

South Korea’s Constitutional Court removed President Yoon Suk-yeol from office on April 3, 2025, upholding his impeachment over the imposition of martial law. The unanimous decision marked a historic moment in South Korean politics, ending months of turmoil triggered by Yoon’s declaration of martial law in December 2024, which led to one of the country’s worst political crises.

Read more

China arrests 3 Filipinos linked to espionage, reports say

China has arrested three Filipino nationals on suspicion of espionage, claiming to have dismantled an intelligence network linked to the Philippines. The arrests come amid escalating tensions between the two countries over maritime disputes in the South China Sea. The identities of the suspects remain undisclosed as China investigates further.

Read more

PH team on the ground in Myanmar to help quake survivors

A Philippine humanitarian team has arrived in Myanmar to assist in disaster relief following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake. The mission, consisting of 91 members, aims to provide search and rescue support, medical aid, and logistical assistance. The earthquake, which struck on March 28, 2025, resulted in over 2,000 deaths and significant injuries, marking a critical need for international aid in the region. The team will engage in a two-week operation to support the affected communities.

Read more

Danish foreign minister criticizes Trump administration after Vance’s Greenland trip

Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen criticizes the Trump administration post Vice President JD Vance’s visit to Greenland. Rasmussen’s video message highlights tensions surrounding diplomatic engagements related to the strategic territory. The remarks point to ongoing friction despite overall positive U.S.-Denmark relations as both countries navigate interests in Greenland’s region.

Read more

Opposition intensifies as Harry Roque attends first asylum interview

Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque applied for asylum in the Netherlands, submitting his application at the IND center in Ter Apel. The process includes identification, registration, and a waiting period for a decision, potentially taking six months or longer. An online petition opposing his asylum request gathered over 21,000 signatures, highlighting increasing resistance to his application.

Read more