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In SoCal, Vietnamese Americans mark 50 years since end of Vietnam War

Community leaders have been holding "Black April" in the weeks leading up to April 30....

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Bawumia’s ‘Thank You Tour’ message should be solution-driven – Prof Seidu

Senior Lecturer at the Department of Political Science and Research Fellow at the Centre for Asian Studies at the Univer...

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'We're resilient': Calgary's Filipino community reeling after deadly Vancouver festival attack

'We still stand, and our culture is still vibrant and beautiful. That comes through music, that comes through dance, and...

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Faith that endures

When I began my master’s degree in clinical psychology two years ago, I did not expect that one of the most profound o...

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Thank you, Pope Francis

I remember having stood for 14 hours waiting for the popemobile to pass by. We had left our homes early to meet up with ...

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Power women in private professions

Last Monday’s column (see “Let us celebrate Women Suffrage Day,” 4/21/2025) elicited a lot of responses saying I s...

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Risks of P20/kilo rice program

Despite the criticism that greeted its announcement, the P20-a-kilo rice program to be rolled out this week initially in...

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Greenland, Denmark Agree to Strengthen Alliance as Trump Offers to Buy Territory

'We are in a foreign policy situation, which means we have to move closer together,' Greenland's new prime minister said...

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U.S. citizen children, including 4-year-old with cancer, deported to Honduras, legal advocates say

Two U.S. citizen children were sent on their mother’s deportation flight to Honduras without the opportunity to speak ...

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President Trump's approval rating falls, and more headlines

President Trump is seeing disapproval on the economy from those who think he's put too much focus on tariffs, plus more ...

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Canadian election on knife edge as nation split hours before voting opens

A poll of Canadian citizens has shown that the upcoming election is on a knife edge, with the nation split on who they w...

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India’s AI compute conundrum

While building a sovereign compute infrastructure may seem like a good move in the short term, the process impedes marke...

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More than just a chart

It was my first day of hospital pharmacy practice exposure as an intern in a local public hospital. The air was thick wi...

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Wike’s Political Structure In Rivers Is Dominant – Nwuche Praises Minister, Predicts Landslide Victory For Tinubu

Former Deputy Speaker, Chibudom Nwuche, has stated that there is a strong possibility for widespread support for Preside...

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Oborevwori: ‘Tinubu Has Failed Woefully, All These Defections Will Not Help Us’ – APC Chieftain

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jesutega Onokpasa, has stated that President Bola Tinubu has failed ...

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Local elections: independent George Jeans says 'I do my best to represent all'

George Jeans is currently a Wiltshire councillor for Mere, standing as an independent once again in the local election o...

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Editorial: Marin GOP’s new faction built on a shaky foundation

The local party’s recent power play, takeover and dueling lawsuits between factions do not seem like parts of a strong...

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Vera Kamtukule loses in primary elections

By Jones Gadama In a shocking turn of events, Minister of Tourism Vera Kamtukule has become the first minister in Presid...

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The Rome fairground workers who won over Pope Francis by bringing acrobats to the Vatican

It's an amusement park, one of those with bumper cars, trestles, and jumping houses... In the past, it must have had its...

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Listening, walking together: Pope Francis’ legacy of synodality

Pope Francis will be remembered not only for his profound humility and compassion but also for a fundamental shift he in...

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BPI shines bright: Celebrating a record year and steady growth into 2025

The Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) continues to set new benchmarks for success, recently presenting its ...

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You must be born from above

Today’s Gospel passage narrates that Nicodemus came to Jesus at night. But why would he come to Jesus at night? Is he ...

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Against the odds: Why Filipinos must vote

In the Philippines, where elections are often marred by reports of vote-buying, red-tagging, political dynasties, and di...

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Pope Francis’ legacy of peace

As the world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, the Filipino people remember and celebrate his teachings, which highlig...

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Republicans in the toughest swing districts become hard to find for people angry about Trump

Some swing-district conservatives didn't use the 17-day recess to speak with constituents, limiting any exposure to the ...

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Suspect arrested in Homeland Security Secretary Noem’s purse theft

Officials say a suspect has been arrested in connection with last week's theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noe...

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on FamilyBoost failure, admits assumptions based on wrong information

Chris Luxon is returning from an overseas trip which included attending papal funeral....

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The Irish Times view on the climate emergency: vital to combat toxic disinformation

The frightening shift in US policy and its worldwide consequences are not getting enough attention...

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Trump says he's bringing back Columbus Day, but it never went anywhere

President Trump said Sunday that he plans to reinstate Columbus Day as a federal holiday, and blamed Democrats for its a...

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Trump(dis)order: Worst is not attack on Fed Chair Jerome Powell but weakening strength of US institutions

President Donald Trump, giving vent to his deep-rooted displeasure at Fed Chairman Jerome Powell’s public statement th...

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Dr Bawumia and Justin Frimpong Kodua are speaking from Oquaye’s report

Former Chief Executive Officer of InterCity State Transport Corporation, Nana Akomea has clarified recent comments by fo...

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Supreme Court reprimands Rahul Gandhi, BJP leaders cheer, but will the enthusiasm last?

The Supreme Court has reprimanded Rahul Gandhi. BJP leaders are expressing happiness over this development. Senior BJP m...

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Opposition defections: Presidency assures democracy remains strong, dismisses alarmist claims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency on Sunday rejected recent allegations from opposition figures and some...

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‘Shame on those who sold opportunities, including jobs and scholarships’

Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful Kennedy Agyapong Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful...

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Republicans will make up any excuse to defend the Hegseth sh-tshow

Congressional Cowards is a weekly series highlighting the worst Donald Trump defenders on Capitol Hill, who refuse to cr...

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Bitcoin Price Chart Primed For $100K: Predictions For SUI, AVAX, TRUMP, And TAO

(MENAFN - Crypto Breaking)The Bitcoin price chart is showing signs of heading towards the coveted $100K mark. Analysts a...

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Six days to go: PM warns against pitfalls of minority government

Anthony Albanese has issued an 11th-hour warning to undecided voters, as Labor faces a late challenge from a 28-seat bli...

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The surgeon aiming to turn a Liberal seat teal in WA wine country

The seat of Forrest has been held by the Liberals since the 1970s, but a new Climate 200-backed independent is hoping to...

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Party atmosphere without the party machine: The army behind the teals

This election, the teals are highly organised, looking to cement their position by winning a further term while holding ...

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How HECS debt burdens will shape Labor’s final-week pitch

Labor will target millions of younger voters by pledging to slash student debt in a final push for power at the federal ...

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What fuelled Dutton’s rise is now derailing his bid to be PM

The Coalition’s campaign has been plagued by mistakes and missteps. But the leader’s looseness has compounded any st...

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Dr Bawumia and Justin Frimpong Koduah are speaking from Oquaye’s report

Former Chief Executive Officer of InterCity State Transport Corporation, Nana Akomea has clarified recent comments by fo...

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Pahalgam terror attack: PM Modi vows 'harshest response'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured a strong response to the Pahalgam terror attack. He affirmed that perpetrators will...

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John Ivison: Leaders walk tightrope after Vancouver car attack

'It would be an extremely rash politician who links events in Vancouver to federal government policy'...