Today’s headlines: Magna Carta for Seafarers, Sara Duterte, Israel & Palestine
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signs into law the Magna Carta for Seafarers which contains the controversial ‘execution bond.’ The law aims to protect the rights and welfare of Filipino seafarers around the world.
Vice President Sara Duterte skips the House plenary debates on her funding request for 2025 on Monday, September 23.
The Philippines votes in favor of a United Nations General Assembly resolution demanding that Israel end its occupation in Palestine not later than September 2025.
Ukraine bans the Telegram messaging app on official devices used by government officials, military personnel, and critical workers as it believes Russia can spy on both messages and users.
Geopolitical tensions are forcing Russian Swifties to hurdle great challenges just to see Taylor Swift live as she tours other countries in Europe. – Rappler.com
