Explosion in University Gym in Philippines Leaves Three Dead, Nine Injured
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| An explosion occurred in a university gymnasium in Marawi, Philippines during a Catholic Mass, resulting in three deaths and several injuries. The university, located in a city previously besieged by pro-Islamic State militants, has suspended classes indefinitely. Mindanao State University has strongly condemned the senseless act of violence. The regional police office confirmed the three deaths, and the incident is currently under investigation. |
Donald Trump Claims Joe Biden is the Destroyer of American Democracy
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| Former President Donald Trump accuses President Joe Biden of being a threat to American democracy, echoing Biden’s own allegations against Trump. Trump argues that Biden is misusing the federal justice system and weaponizing the government against political opponents. He also criticizes lawsuits filed by liberal organizations seeking to rule him ineligible for office. Trump defends his relationships with authoritarian leaders and repeats his claims of election fraud, despite no evidence supporting these allegations. Trump’s supporters attacked the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, and he refers to them as “political prisoners.” |
1 Killed, 2 Injured in Attack Near Eiffel Tower in Paris
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| A man attacked tourists near the Eiffel Tower in Paris, resulting in one death and two injuries. The 26-year-old French national was quickly apprehended by police using a Taser stun gun. The suspect had a history of planning an attack and was on the watch list of French security services. He shouted “Allahu Akbar” during the attack and expressed anger over the situation in Afghanistan and Palestine. The incident raises concerns about security as Paris prepares to host the upcoming Olympic Games. |
Philippines Lifts Tsunami Alert after 7.4 Earthquake: ‘Threat has largely passed’
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| The Philippines lifted a tsunami alert after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit the southern part of the country. Despite over 500 recorded aftershocks, there were no immediate reports of casualties or serious damage. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) stated that the tsunami threat had largely passed, but advised residents in threatened communities to follow the instructions of local authorities. The Philippines is prone to seismic activity due to its location on the “Ring of Fire”. |
Powerful Earthquake Strikes Philippines, Followed by Major Aftershocks
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| A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, followed by four major aftershocks, causing residents to fear a tsunami. The initial quake triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific region, but the danger has since passed. There have been no reports of casualties or major damage. The Philippines sits along the Pacific “Ring of Fire” and experiences daily earthquakes. |
