A significant maritime incident occurred on Monday, intensifying tensions between China and the Philippines.
A collision between a Chinese Coast Guard vessel and a Philippine navy boat has led to conflicting narratives from the two nations, highlighting the ongoing territorial disputes in the region.
The collision took place as the Philippine naval vessel attempted a resupply run to the BRP Sierra Madre, an antiquated tank landing vessel grounded intentionally on the Second Thomas Shoal since 1999.
This vessel, originally constructed for the US Navy during World War II, now serves as a critical outpost for the Philippine military.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines have released new footage showing Chinese coast guard sailors brandishing knives, an axe, and other weapons in a recent clash with Philippine naval vessels near the strategic Ayungin Shoal in the South China Sea. The confrontation occurred as Philippine forces attempted a critical resupply mission to marines stationed on the derelict warship BRP Sierra Madre.
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Chinese personnel repeatedly rammed and boarded two Philippine navy boats to prevent them from delivering supplies to an outpost on Second Thomas Shoal, claimed by both nations.
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Amidst escalating tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines has taken a decisive step, deploying ships to a disputed area where it alleges China is constructing an artificial island. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr's office issued a statement confirming the deployment, emphasising the need to monitor what it termed as "supposed illegal activities" by China. Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela corroborated these claims, citing evidence of small-scale reclamation at the Sabina Shoal, known as Escoda by Manila. Despite these assertions, the Chinese embassy in Manila has yet to respond, potentially exacerbating bilateral rifts. The Philippine national security adviser has even called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats over an alleged leak regarding a phone conversation about the maritime dispute.
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Kuwaiti authorities have detained three individuals on suspicion of manslaughter following a devastating fire that killed dozens of Indian migrant workers and plunged their families and friends into mourning. The blaze, which broke out around dawn on Wednesday in the Mangaf area, also claimed the lives of three Filipinos among the 50 dead, according to officials in Manila. The six-storey building, heavily populated with migrant labourers, was engulfed in black smoke as the fire swept through the ground floor. Most of Kuwait's population of over four million comprises foreigners, many from South and Southeast Asia working in construction and service industries.
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During his visit to Manila, the Ukrainian president said that Russia is using Chinese diplomats to dissuade countries from attending the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.
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5 , Surprising Facts About Selfies.
Everyone loves a good selfie, so in
celebration of National Selfie Day, , here are five facts about everyone's favorite pastime.
1, According to Selfiecity, a research project conducted
by OFFC, women take more selfies than men.
2. , ‘Time’ found that Makati City, Philippines,
is the selfie capital of the world.
3. , Selfies may seem like a modern trend, but actually date back to 1524 when artist Parmigianino painted his own reflection in "Self-portrait in a Convex Mirror.".
4. , ‘Selfie’ was the word of the year in 2013 after its
usage increased by 17,000 percent in that
year alone.
5. , The average age of selfie-takers is 23.6, though preteens are rapidly gaining on millennials
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The US-led campaign to protect Israeli interests in the Red Sea has escalated into the "most intense" running sea battle the Navy has faced since World War II. According to an AP report quoting American military commanders and experts, the US Navy has been engaged in relentless naval operations against Yemen’s Armed Forces for over seven months. Commanders warn that the situation is extremely perilous, with daily attacks from Yemen’s Ansarullah movement, including missiles and drones, in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This video covers the current state of the conflict, the challenges faced by the US Navy, and the broader implications for regional stability.
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Idris Elba is putting a spotlight on WWII soldiers of color. Elba's latest project is National Geographic's documentary special 'Erased: WW2's Heroes of Color,' a four-part series which Elba serves as executive producer and narrator, unearthing the unsung stories of people of color who served during the 2nd World War. The series weaves a blend of historical dramatizations with curated archival footage and powerful accounts from the veterans' descendants.
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79th Anniversary: , Remembering D-Day.
On June 6, 1944, Allied troops
invaded Normandy, France,
to fight Nazi Germany in World War II.
It was the largest invasion
force in history, with hundreds of
thousands of American, British,
Canadian and other troops.
It was one of the
most important events
of the second World War.
More than 13,000 aircraft and
5,000 ships supported the operation.
An estimated 10,000 Allied forces were
killed, wounded and missing in action.
The invasion is credited with sparking
the liberation of German-occupied
northwestern Europe from Nazi control.
and laid the foundations for the
Allied victory on the Western Front
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The Philippines says the shoal falls within its internationally recognised exclusive economic zone... Zee News - Published Also reported by •IndiaTimes
President Ferdinand Marcos says the Philippines "will not be intimidated" by anyone after a violent clash between the Filipino navy and the Chinese coast guard in the South China Sea.
China appears to be escalating tensions with Philippines in the South China sea, as the latest developments reveal confrontations are kicking up a notch. One America’s Chief White House Correspondent..
The Philippine military says the Chinese coast guard rammed and boarded Filipino navy boats in a violent confrontation in the South China Sea on June 17 in which a Filipino sailor lost a thumb. China..
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