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ICC Appeals Chamber Unanimously Rejects Duterte’s Plea For Temporary Release
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TECH TIWALA | YOU OWN YOUR DATA...BUT DO YOU REALLY CONTROL IT?
We hear this phrase all the time: “Your data belongs to you.” It sounds reassuring. Empowering, even. But if we’re being honest, it doesn’t always feel true. ...more
By Irene Corpuz, Cybersecurity Expert
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February 25, 2026•3 min read
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By: Atty. Erick Liwanag
February 13, 2026•3 min read
TOP STORIES
Pope on Iran: Peace Not Built With Mutual Threats Or Death-Dealing Arms
Pope Leo XIV appeals for nations to recall their moral responsibility to seek peace, as violence escalates in the Middle East after the US and Israel carry out airstrikes on Iran. ...more
Europe ,Middle East &TFCN Global Desk
March 01, 2026•1 min read
PBBM Assures Safety Of OFWs Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions; Repatriation Plans Ready
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured the nation on Sunday, 1 March 2026, that no Filipinos have been reported killed or injured following the massive military exchange between the United St... ...more
Philippines ,Middle East &TFCN Global Desk
March 01, 2026•2 min read
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei Dies As Tensions Continue In The Middle East
TEHRAN — Iranian state media has confirmed the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader who governed the Islamic Republic for nearly four decades. ...more
Middle East
March 01, 2026•2 min read
ICC Judge Warns Duterte Defence Over Redactions During Confirmation Hearing
THE HAGUE—The International Criminal Court (ICC) Pre-Trial Chamber I has concluded its four-day confirmation of charges hearing against former President Rodrigo Duterte, marked by a final, sharp excha... ...more
Philippines ,Europe
February 28, 2026•2 min read
Pope on Iran: Peace Not Built With Mutual Threats Or Death-Dealing Arms
Pope Leo XIV appeals for nations to recall their moral responsibility to seek peace, as violence escalates in the Middle East after the US and Israel carry out airstrikes on Iran. ...more
Europe ,Middle East &TFCN Global Desk
March 01, 2026•1 min read
PBBM Assures Safety Of OFWs Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions; Repatriation Plans Ready
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured the nation on Sunday, 1 March 2026, that no Filipinos have been reported killed or injured following the massive military exchange between the United St... ...more
Philippines ,Middle East &TFCN Global Desk
March 01, 2026•2 min read
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei Dies As Tensions Continue In The Middle East
TEHRAN — Iranian state media has confirmed the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader who governed the Islamic Republic for nearly four decades. ...more
Middle East
March 01, 2026•2 min read
ICC Judge Warns Duterte Defence Over Redactions During Confirmation Hearing
THE HAGUE—The International Criminal Court (ICC) Pre-Trial Chamber I has concluded its four-day confirmation of charges hearing against former President Rodrigo Duterte, marked by a final, sharp excha... ...more
Philippines ,Europe
February 28, 2026•2 min read
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Europe ,By: RCEM Global
March 06, 2026•3 min read
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Europe ,By: Sandra Sotelo Aboy TFCN Spain
March 06, 2026•3 min read
The London Terno Ball Debuts; Bangs Garcia Walks Finale Showcasing John Herrera
LONDON, England — The inaugural London Terno Ball paid tribute to the Philippine terno in a spectacular celebration of fashion, culture, and Filipino pride in well-curated three- segment fashion showc... ...more
By: RCEM London, United Kingdom
March 04, 2026•7 min read
CFO: PH Schools In Middle East Safe Amid Hostilities
MANILA — All Philippine Schools Overseas (PSOs) in Middle Eastern territories affected by the escalating conflict involving Iran remain safe and operational, citing some schools also have shifted to o... ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy
March 03, 2026•2 min read
You Are Not Alone: Help and Support For Domestic Violence In Germany
In Germany, that message carries a quiet but urgent reminder — especially for Filipinas who may be living in fear behind closed doors. Recent police data show that domestic violence remains a serious ... ...more
By Jessica Gross, TFCN Berlin
March 03, 2026•3 min read
Pope on Iran: Peace Not Built With Mutual Threats Or Death-Dealing Arms
Pope Leo XIV appeals for nations to recall their moral responsibility to seek peace, as violence escalates in the Middle East after the US and Israel carry out airstrikes on Iran. ...more
Europe ,Middle East &TFCN Global Desk
March 01, 2026•1 min read
PBBM Assures Safety Of OFWs Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions; Repatriation Plans Ready
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured the nation on Sunday, 1 March 2026, that no Filipinos have been reported killed or injured following the massive military exchange between the United St... ...more
Philippines ,Middle East &TFCN Global Desk
March 01, 2026•2 min read
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei Dies As Tensions Continue In The Middle East
TEHRAN — Iranian state media has confirmed the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader who governed the Islamic Republic for nearly four decades. ...more
Middle East
March 01, 2026•2 min read
ICC Judge Warns Duterte Defence Over Redactions During Confirmation Hearing
THE HAGUE—The International Criminal Court (ICC) Pre-Trial Chamber I has concluded its four-day confirmation of charges hearing against former President Rodrigo Duterte, marked by a final, sharp excha... ...more
Philippines ,Europe
February 28, 2026•2 min read
Day 3 Of ICCConfirmation Of Charges: Kaufman Says No Direct Link Between Duterte And Drugs War Killings; Questions Credibility Of Witnesses
The HAGUE—Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte’s defense counsel, Nicholas Kaufman, opened the third day of the confirmation of charges hearing before the Pre-Trial Chamber I of the Internation... ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
February 28, 2026•4 min read
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