This report reveals that former President Donald Trump received at least $7.8 million in payments from foreign governments during two of his four years in office, with China being the leading spender. The payments came from entities linked to the governments of Kuwait, Qatar, Turkey, Malaysia, and the United Arab Emirates, and the report does not provide any evidence that Trump was aware of the payments or that they were made in exchange for any favors. The report is likely to fuel further scrutiny of Trump's financial dealings with foreign governments.
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At Least Four Killed and Fifty Injured in Bomb Explosion During Catholic Mass in Marawi, Philippines
At Least Four Killed and Fifty Injured in Bomb Explosion During Catholic Mass in Marawi, Philippines
At least four people were killed and fifty injured in a bomb explosion during a Catholic Mass in Marawi, Philippines on Sunday. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr condemned the attack, blaming “foreign terrorists” for the incident, and Mindanao State University suspended classes and deployed additional security personnel. The bombing is a reminder of the 2017 siege by Islamist militants, prompting the Philippine government to strengthen security in the south and around the capital Manila.
On Saturday night, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the southern Philippines island of Mindanao. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a tsunami warning for the area, and the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) warned of possible aftershocks and urged the public to take precautionary measures. This is the latest in a series of quakes that have struck the Philippines in recent months, and the government is working to assess the damage and provide assistance.
Maria Ressa Urges Journalists to Take Responsibility for Their Words and Create a More Equal Society
Maria Ressa Urges Journalists to Take Responsibility for Their Words and Create a More Equal Society
Key takeaways: Ressa discussed the need for journalists to be more aware of the power of their words and the impact they can have on…
A team of explorers have discovered the wreck of the Montevideo Maru, a Japanese ship that was torpedoed off the coast of the Philippines in 1942, resulting in Australia’s largest maritime wartime loss of 1,080 lives. Located at a depth of over 13,120 feet, the Silentworld Foundation is now working with the Australian government to protect and respect the site, as well as create a memorial to commemorate the lives lost.
This article discusses the FDA's Class I recall of certain Philips Respironics DreamStation1 CPAP machines due to incorrect or duplicate serial numbers during initial programming. Inhaling the foam from the recalled CPAP machines can cause serious injury or death, and Philips is offering a free replacement device to customers affected by the recall. The FDA is urging healthcare providers and patients to be aware of the recall and to report any adverse events or side effects related to the use of the recalled devices.
Prince Edward, the youngest of the late Queen Elizabeth II's four children, has been given the title of Duke of Edinburgh on his 59th birthday. His wife Sophie will now be known as the Duchess of Edinburgh, and their 15-year-old son James has been given the title of Earl of Wessex. The title of Duke of Edinburgh was previously held by Prince Philip, and is one of the most senior titles in the British Royal Family.
On Saturday, a tragic incident occurred in the central Philippines when gunmen in military uniforms fatally shot a governor and five civilians. The Philippine government has condemned the attack and expressed its condolences to the families of the victims, vowing to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future. This is the latest in a series of brazen assaults on local politicians in the Philippines, serving as a reminder of the dangers they face and the need for increased safety measures.