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2016 ruling on South China Sea remains pivotal as 14 nations voice support, China's rejection persists

Fourteen nations marked the ninth anniversary of a ruling rejecting China's South China Sea claims. Beijing dismissed the legally binding 2016 arbitration decision as null and void. The joint statement opposed destabilizing actions and harassment at sea. China's foreign ministry criticized the tribunal's findings and its own rights. Tensions rise…

The Times of India

'No legal basis': US, EU and 13 nations reject Beijing's South China Sea claims

Fourteen countries, led by the United States, on Sunday reaffirmed that China's expansive claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis under international law, marking the 10th anniversary of a landmark arbitration ruling that Beijing continues to reject.

The Times of India

South China Sea joint statement says China's maritime claims have no basis

TOKYO - ⁠China's ⁠expansive maritime claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis, ‌Japan, the Philippines, the United States and 11 other countries said in a joint statement on Sunday to mark the 10th ⁠anniversary of a landmark international tribunal ruling.

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US, UK, 12 other nations reaffirm 2016 ruling invalidating China's claims in South China Sea

Several nations reaffirmed China's expansive South China Sea claims are illegal. A 2016 arbitration ruling declared China's claims lack legal basis. These countries oppose destabilizing actions threatening regional peace and stability. They also oppose the use of forces to harass lawful operations at sea. Territorial disputes should be resolved peacefully…

The Economic Times

US, UK and 12 other nations reaffirm 2016 ruling invalidating China's claims in South China Sea

The United States, United Kingdom and a dozen other Western and Asian countries have reasserted that China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea are illegal

The Independent UK

Asia Rice: Higher reserve price makes Indian rice exports costlier; Bangladesh rates firm

India's rice export prices have increased due to higher reserve prices and planting delays. Bangladesh rice prices remain firm as flood fears outweigh ample government stockpiles. Thailand's rice prices saw a slight decrease while demand remained limited. Vietnam's rice prices are unchanged with strong demand from the Philippines.

The Economic Times

15 killed in Philippines landslides as Typhoon Bavi wreaks havoc, heads for Taiwan

Typhoon Bavi wreaked havoc in the Philippines, leading to tragic landslides that claimed the lives of at least fifteen people. The approaching storm caused significant evacuations and transport disruptions, as Taiwan braced for severe flooding and landslides, resulting in widespread school and business closures. Although weakening, the typhoon was poised…

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Philippines commemorates 2016 South China Sea ruling rejected by Beijing

The Philippines has commemorated the anniversary of a 2016 arbitration ruling that invalidated China’s claims in the South China Sea

The Independent UK

Biggest typhoon in decades nears Taiwan after landslides kill 15 in Philippines

Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes Friday as Typhoon Bavi crawled towards Taiwan after having triggered deadly landslides in the Philippines. The tropical storm is the largest typhoon to hit Taiwan in more than three decades.

France 24

A Japanese soldier stayed hidden in a Philippine jungle for 29 years because he believed World War II never ended

In March 1974, a gaunt, uniformed figure walked out of the jungle on Lubang Island in the Philippines and handed over his sword, ending a war that had, for him, never actually stopped. Hiroo Onoda was a Japanese army lieutenant who had been sent to Lubang late in the Second…

The Times of India

Aussie Bryce has a ball in his Boomers camp debut

American-born star Bryce Cotton looms as a major weapon for Australia at the 2028 LA Olympics after starring in his first Boomers camp.

AAP

Alexandra Eala’s Wimbledon fairytale ends in battling defeat to Jasmine Paolini

The 21-year-old made history for the Philippines by reaching the fourth round for the first time and won plenty more admirers in a competitive three-setter against former finalist Jasmine Paolini

The Independent UK

Bryce Cotton stars as Boomers down Philippines in Perth

Bryce Cotton nailed his first three triples as Australia finished the first phase of World Cup qualifying with a perfect 6-0 record.

AAP

Earthquake of magnitude 5.81 strikes Mindanao

An ⁠earthquake of magnitude ‌5.81 struck Mindanao, the Philippines, on Monday, the German ⁠Research Centre ‌for Geosciences (GFZ) said.

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Sara Duterte: why is the Philippines vice-president facing an impeachment trial?

Duterte – the daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte – has previously denied charges against her

International Business Times UK

Who Is Alex Eala? Facts About the Filipino Tennis Star's Family, Relationship, and Wimbledon Journey

Alex Eala's victory over Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon marks a historic achievement for Filipino tennis, showcasing her talent, resilience, and inspiring a new generation of athletes.

The Economic Times

Falling oil prices give RBI more room to focus on growth, but relief uneven across Asia: Standard Chartered

Falling crude oil prices are providing a significant boost to India and other Asian nations, allowing central banks to prioritize economic growth. This "disinflationary relief" eases pressure on external accounts, especially for heavy energy importers like India, Thailand, and the Philippines. While some economies like South Korea may still face…

The Economic Times

India slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026, offers visa-free access to 26 destinations

India's passport has dropped to 125th globally in the 2026 rankings, offering visa-free access to only 26 destinations. This marks a decline from last year's position, placing it behind several nations including the Philippines and Morocco. While India outranks some South Asian neighbours like Nepal and Bangladesh, it still requires…

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Swiatek dumped out of Wimbledon by Eala, Serena withdraws from doubles

LONDON - Iga Swiatek's Wimbledon title defence was ended by the Philippines' Alexandra Eala in a third-round shock on Saturday, while "heartbroken" Serena Williams was forced to withdraw from the doubles tournament.

The Independent UK

Alexandra Eala stuns Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek to make more history for the Philippines

The 21-year-old Eala came of age as she defeated champion Swiatek for the second time in her young career and reach the fourth round of a grand slam for the first time

The Times of India

Why houses in the Philippines stand on wooden stilts to survive floods, typhoons and extreme heat

Long before concrete and steel arrived in the Philippines, Filipino communities had already worked out how to live comfortably in a hot, humid and flood-prone archipelago; they simply raised their houses off the ground. The bahay kubo, or nipa hut, is the clearest example, a small home built from bamboo,…

The Economic Times

Modi in Indonesia: India forming a strategic BrahMos belt

India's potential BrahMos missile deal with Indonesia could forge a significant coastal defence network across Southeast Asia. This growing 'BrahMos belt,' already including the Philippines and Vietnam, offers regional powers a potent deterrent against China's maritime assertiveness. As US security assurances waver, these missile deployments provide a crucial, independent defence…

The Economic Times

On This Day in History, July 4: Declaration of Independence proclaimed, Battle of Hattin, Statue of Liberty presented, Philippines gains independence, Higgs boson discovery and more

On This Day in History, July 4, the United States proclaimed the Declaration of Independence, while other landmark events included the Battle of Hattin, the announcement of the Louisiana Purchase, France presenting the Statue of Liberty, Philippine independence, the signing of the Freedom of Information Act, the death of Swami…

The Independent UK

Alexandra Eala comes of age at Wimbledon and brings 112 million people with her

The 21-year-old, who knocked out reigning champion Iga Swiatek, has embraced becoming a source of inspiration for the Philippines after breaking new ground by reaching the fourth round of Wimbledon

The Independent UK

Watch as volcano erupts in spectacular explosion of water and ash in the Philippines

Video footage captures an eruption at the main crater of Taal Volcano in the Philippines, sending a towering plume of ash and steam around 1,200 metres into the sky.

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