Business Threads

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International humanitarian agencies, including the World Food Programme (WFP), have begun pre-positioning $450 million in emergency food aid and agricultural supplies to bolster regions identified as high-risk for crop failure.

UN Warns of Decades-Strongest El Niño; Global Preparedness Urged

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The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) revealed in April that it has fined seven major e-commerce platforms—including Taobao, JD.com, Meituan, and Pinduoduo—a total of 3.6 billion yuan ($530 million; £400 million), primarily due to violations linked to deliveries from illegal "ghost kitchens."

Beijing Slaps Billion-Yuan Fines on Delivery Platforms in Major Food Safety Crackdown

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Ukrainian officials reported that despite the successful interception of 40 missiles and over 600 drones by air defense forces, at least 38 locations were hit nationwide.

13 Killed, Over 100 Wounded in Massive Russian Missile and Drone Barrage Across Ukraine

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The defense team for Vice President Sara Duterte has formally requested the dismissal of the impeachment case, arguing that the House Committee on Justice exceeded its constitutional authority by conducting a "mini-trial" and violated due process through pre-judgment and the improper inclusion of new evidence that was not part of the original complaints.

Vice President Sara Duterte Files Answer to Impeachment Charges

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The investigation focuses on the security lapses that allowed the intelligence operative turned detainee, identified as former police captain Arnel Dela Rosa, to evade custody during a medical referral last week. Investigators are tracing a network of accomplices who allegedly facilitated the logistical parameters of the escape, which intelligence reports estimate cost upwards of ₱2.5 million in bribed personnel and safehouse rentals.

NBI Subpoenas Aplasca, Padilla’s Aide and Uncle Over Dela Rosa Escape

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced today that he has officially directed the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to establish operational and administrative control over 70% of the Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu Announces Orders for Israeli Military to Control 70% of Gaza

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The combat followed Trump’s morning press briefing, where he targeted the draft peace deal negotiated by Qatar and Oman. Trump rejected a proposed $4.5 billion frozen asset release for Tehran and demanded total disarmament of Iran's ballistic missiles.

US and Iran Exchange Renewed Fire as Trump Demands Sweeping Revisions to Proposed Peace Deal

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President Donald Trump is facing growing dissent within his own party as Republican lawmakers and strategists publicly distance themselves, citing deep fractures over foreign policy, fiscal priorities, and leadership style.

Trump Faces GOP Fracture as Republicans Abandon Him Ahead of 2026 Midterms

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Outgoing spymaster David Barnea reportedly assured cabinet that decapitation strikes would topple Iranian regime.

Netanyahu appoints military secretary Roman Gofman as new Mossad chief

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Allies distance themselves from Trump as global energy crisis and steep tariffs trigger recession fears.

US allies face economic, military fallout as Trump trade war and Iran conflict escalate

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Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday stepped up her counter-offensive against the House Committee on Justice, dismissing its ongoing impeachment proceedings as a "mini-trial" intended to smear her personal and professional reputation.

Duterte hits ‘mini-trial,’ dares House to prove law school ‘fixing’ claims

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Ramil Madriaga claims Duterte had considered ‘assassinations or armed hits of several government officials’ to cause unrest and stage a coup.

Jailed witness reveals Duterte plotted to oust Philippines’ Marcos

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The nationwide poll, conducted from March 19 to 25, 2026, found that 69 percent of adult Filipinos believe the Vice President should face a trial.

69% of Filipinos back impeachment trial vs. VP Sara Duterte — OCTA survey

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The volatility of the Middle Eastern war has led many in Taipei to question the stability of the "U.S. Security Umbrella" and the financial burden of maintaining it.

U.S.-Iran Conflict Volatility Triggers National Security Debate in Taiwan

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The NSCC in Tianjin is a critical infrastructure hub serving over 6,000 clients, including the National University of Defense Technology.

Alleged Breach of Chinese Supercomputer Center Exposes 10 Petabytes of Defense Data

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President Trump halts military escalation to allow a diplomatic window for mediators to negotiate an end to the six-week conflict.

U.S. and Iran Agree to 14-Day Truce Ahead of High-Stakes Pakistan Summit

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Sorsogon Governor Edwin Hamor initiates "Byaheng Damayan" and food aid stations to support commuters and transport workers amid the ongoing oil crisis.

Sorsogon Provincial Government Launches Free Rides and Community Pantry