Arms Race Intensifies in Korea as the North Is Emboldened by Russia Alliance

New York Times - Oct 23, 2026

A rare escalation this month exposed the increasingly lethal arsenals the two Koreas are building up across the world’s most heavily fortified border.

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MILF chief pushed to rule ‘rainbow coalition’

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Agri losses from El Niño breach P8.5B across PH

Oct 23, 2026

Agri losses from El Niño breach P8.5B across PH

MANILA, Philippines — Agricultural damage throughout the country due to the El Niño phenomenon has climbed to P8.57 billion, a 24.7-percent increase from the P6.87 billion recorded in September. According to the Oct. 21 bulletin of the Department of Agriculture (DA), the dry spell affected the livelihood of 288,058 farmers in different regions across the

Benguet set to host country’s sericulture revival

Oct 23, 2026

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BAGUIO CITY — A 1970s mulberry enterprise in Benguet province is getting a new lease on life, thanks to a government initiative to rebuild the country’s sericulture industry and ensure a local supply of silk. Science Secretary Renato Solidum said the old Benguet operation had been designated the north Luzon sericulture hub under the government’s

In ‘Wildwood,’ tons of stop-start work build a world the story can’t match

Oct 23, 2026

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Powerful Earthquake in Tibet Kills at Least 16

Oct 23, 2026

Powerful Earthquake in Tibet Kills at Least 16

Dozens were injured and more than 300 homes were toppled by the 7.0-magnitude quake, which sent residents fleeing into the cold night air, state media said.

Bea Millan-Windorski spotlights sea turtle conservation in Miss Universe advocacy video

Oct 23, 2026

Bea Millan-Windorski spotlights sea turtle conservation in Miss Universe advocacy video

Bea Millan-Windorski shone the spotlight on sea turtle conservation and community involvement in protecting the environment in her Miss Universe advocacy video.

Stewardship not leadership: Chief justice aspirant Caguioa’s plans for the judiciary

Oct 23, 2026

Stewardship not leadership: Chief justice aspirant Caguioa’s plans for the judiciary

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From The Diplomat’s burgers to Argo’s egg waffles, Hong Kong bars are raising the bar on food

Oct 23, 2026

From The Diplomat’s burgers to Argo’s egg waffles, Hong Kong bars are raising the bar on food

The queue outside Bar Leone isn’t just for its acclaimed cocktails. More than a few guests are making a pilgrimage for Leone’s signature smoked olives – cheekily called “the world’s best olives (maybe)” – and its mortadella sandwich, with layers of thinly sliced mortadella, creamy whipped ricotta and tangy pickled chillies sandwiched between crispy focaccia. Up the road at sister bar Montana, the pulled-pork sliders have their own following. Not long ago, bar food in Hong Kong usually meant a...

Wine walks, star chefs and fresh flavours: how to enjoy the Wine and Dine Festival

Oct 23, 2026

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The annual Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival later this month promises more booths and longer hours to help attract over 168,000 visitors. The South China Morning Post unpacks what is on offer so you can enjoy the event to the fullest. 1. What is the festival and when is it open? Organised by the Tourism Board under the theme “Taste the World’s Best,” the festival will be held from October 29 to November 1 at the Central Harbourfront, opening at 7.30pm on the first day and 1pm on the following...

Taiwan shuts down ahead of typhoon, hundreds of flights canceled

Oct 23, 2026

Taiwan shuts down ahead of typhoon, hundreds of flights canceled

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Australia sanctions 2 over North Korean fake IT workers scheme for nuclear funds

Oct 23, 2026

Australia sanctions 2 over North Korean fake IT workers scheme for nuclear funds

Australia said on Friday it had sanctioned two North Korean individuals and companies over the use of “fraudulent” IT workers and cybercrime to earn cash for the isolated nuclear-armed state. The two men are alleged to be key operators in Pyongyang’s cybercriminal activities overseas, estimated by analysts to bring in billions for the country’s weapons programme. “The North Korean entities and individuals sanctioned today facilitate North Korea’s use of fraudulent IT workers to raise revenue for...

Will PMA be a gentler, kinder academy with a female commandant at the helm?

Oct 23, 2026

Will PMA be a gentler, kinder academy with a female commandant at the helm?

PMA’s first female commandant brings a tough record to the academy, challenging assumptions that women in charge will make military training gentler. She looks ahead to a reunion with her classmates.

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