# global watch (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover global watch. Page: Feed: --- ## [Taiwan urges PH to send political message to China against use of force](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/22/taiwan-urges-ph-to-send-political-message-to-china-against-use-of-force/) _2026-08-22 · Tristan Nodalo · newswatchplus.ph_ Taipei, Taiwan – Taiwan is urging the Philippines to use diplomatic and political channels to signal to China that any attempt to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait by force would be unacceptable. Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister François Chihchung Wu said Taipei understands that Manila has its own relationship with Beijing and national The post Taiwan urges PH to send political message… ## [China blockade could hit Philippine economy – Taiwan deputy FM](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/22/china-blockade-could-hit-philippine-economy-taiwan-deputy-fm/) _2026-08-22 · Tristan Nodalo · newswatchplus.ph_ Taipei, Taiwan – A Chinese blockade of Taiwan could have direct consequences for the Philippine economy, a senior Taiwanese official warned, arguing that preventing conflict across the Taiwan Strait is also in Manila’s national interest. Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister François Wu said disruptions caused by wars in Ukraine and the Middle East have already demonstrated The post China blockade could… ## [89 areas under state of calamity – NDRRMC](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/22/89-areas-under-state-of-calamity-ndrrmc/) _2026-08-22 · Chim Cantos · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – At least 89 areas are under a state of calamity from the impact of heavy rains and flooding as of Saturday, Aug. 22. The areas include Dagupan in Pangasinan, Benguet, Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Zambales, Rizal, Cavite and Batangas, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. Separately, Sablayan, Occidental The post 89 areas under state of… ## [China, Indonesia agree to boost military ties, work closer on minerals, energy and tech](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/22/china-indonesia-agree-to-boost-military-ties-work-closer-on-minerals-energy-and-tech/) _2026-08-22 · Reuters · newswatchplus.ph_ Jakarta, Indonesia – China and Indonesia agreed on Friday to boost military ties and work closely on minerals, energy and technology, as Jakarta seeks to balance ties with both Beijing and Washington amid economic and geopolitical tensions, including in the South China Sea. Both countries should “seize the moment,” China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in remarksmade at the start of his visit to… ## [Prince Harry’s wife Meghan in talks for role in Guy Ritchie’s Netflix series, report says](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/22/prince-harrys-wife-meghan-in-talks-for-role-in-guy-ritchies-netflix-series-report-says/) _2026-08-22 · Reuters · newswatchplus.ph_ London, United Kingdom – Meghan, the wife of Britain’s Prince Harry, is in advanced talks to appear in “The Gentlemen”, a Netflix series directed by Guy Ritchie, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The report comes after the surprise news that Harry, who stepped down from official duties in 2020, will return with Meghan and their two children to live The post Prince Harry’s wife Meghan in talks… ## [Trump says Iran not ready to make the ‘right deal’](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/22/trump-says-iran-not-ready-to-make-the-right-deal/) _2026-08-22 · Reuters · newswatchplus.ph_ Washington – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he thought Tehran was not ready to make the “right deal” and that Washington was observing “what happens” in the Iran war. QUOTES AND DETAILS: The post Trump says Iran not ready to make the ‘right deal’ appeared first on newswatchplus.ph . ## [Poverty rate falls to historic low 9.7% percent – DEPDev](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/poverty-rate-falls-to-historic-low-9-7-percent-depdev/) _2026-08-21 · Chim Cantos · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – Lives have generally improved for 6.5 million people between 2023 and 2025, according to the latest poverty data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). This brought the poverty incidence to a historic low of 9.7 percent in 2025, achieving the single-digit target under the Philippine Development Plan three years ahead of The post Poverty rate falls to historic… ## [Drones first: Inside Taiwan’s new defense strategy](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/drones-first-inside-taiwans-new-defense-strategy/) _2026-08-21 · Tristan Nodalo · newswatchplus.ph_ Taichung, Taiwan – Taiwan is accelerating the development of drones and unmanned systems as it looks to build a new layer of defense against mainland China and reduce reliance on traditional munitions, according to a local advanced weapons system producer. The push has gained urgency in light of theRussia-Ukraine war, where relatively inexpensive drones have The post Drones first: Inside Taiwan’s… ## [Ridon proposes 4-day trial weekly to speed up Duterte impeachment proceedings](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/ridon-proposes-4-day-duterte-impeachment-trial/) _2026-08-21 · Sophia Sioco, NewsWatch Plus · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines — House prosecutor Terry Ridon is proposing holding four trial days weekly to speed up the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte and make up for bad weather-induced delays. Ridon said the prosecution hopes to rest its case by the end of September, allowing the defense to begin presenting its case The post Ridon proposes 4-day trial weekly to speed up… ## [DepEd to hold nationwide active attack drill](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/deped-to-hold-nationwide-active-attack-drill/) _2026-08-21 · Chim Cantos · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – A slew of school violence has prompted officials to conduct a nationwide simultaneous school safety drill for active attacks next week. Scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 25, the Department of Education (DepEd) said the drill aims to strengthen preparedness and response to active shooting and other attacks through preventive planning, emergency response The post DepEd to hold… ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qXAGsSzPIBON) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [‘Insidious: Out of the Further’ posts record ₱51.7M horror opening in PH](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/insidious-out-of-the-further-posts-record-%e2%82%b151-7m-horror-opening-in-ph/) _2026-08-21 · NewsWatch Plus Staff · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – ‘Insidious: Out of the Further’ scared up ₱51.7 million at the Philippine box office on its first day, setting a new opening-day record for a horror film in the country, according to distributor Columbia Pictures. The latest installment in the Insidious franchise earned ₱51,682,703 on opening day as moviegoers packed cinemas, The post ‘Insidious: Out of the Further’… ## [Marcos honors Ninoy Aquino, calls for safeguarding democracy](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/marcos-honors-ninoy-aquino-calls-for-safeguarding-democracy/) _2026-08-21 · Tristan Nodalo · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday, Aug. 21, honored the memory of opposition leader and former senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. on the 43rd anniversary of his assassination. Marcos said Aquino’s death should remind Filipinos of the importance of protecting freedom and democratic institutions. “The memory of Ninoy Aquino reminds us The post Marcos honors Ninoy… ## [Guteza recantation not hindrance to flood control anomaly probe](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/guteza-recantation-not-hindrance-to-flood-control-anomaly-probe/) _2026-08-21 · Tristan Nodalo · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – The investigation on alleged anomalous flood control projects will continue despite a key witness backing out of his testimony that essentially tagged the president’s cousin as beneficiary of kickbacks, Malacañang said Thursday, Aug. 20. Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was aware of Orly Guteza’s recantation of his The post… ## [Bessent says US to impose ‘toughest’ ever sanctions on Iran, urges China to cooperate](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/21/bessent-says-us-to-impose-toughest-ever-sanctions-on-iran-urges-china-to-cooperate/) _2026-08-20 · Reuters · newswatchplus.ph_ (Reuters) – U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday Washington will impose “the toughest sanctions in history” on Iran and urged Beijing to cooperate with the U.S., but China said sanctions will not help in resolving the issue. Bessent said he would hold a press conference on Monday to discuss details. “It is a one-two punch. We have the The post Bessent says US to impose ‘toughest’… ## [Break from heavy rains for the holiday — PAGASA](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/20/heavy-rains-break-for-holiday/) _2026-08-20 · Sophia Sioco, NewsWatch Plus · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – Much of the country may have a brief break from nonstop rains on Friday and Saturday as Tropical Depression Neneng weakens into a low pressure area and moves farther away, PAGASA said. Clearer skies will allow people to take advantage of the extended weekend with a public holiday on Friday, August The post Break from heavy rains for the holiday — PAGASA appeared first… ## [DOJ sees possible changes to child protection law vs. violent extremism](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/20/doj-sees-possible-changes-to-child-protection-law-vs-violent-extremism/) _2026-08-20 · Chim Cantos · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – The Department of Justice (DOJ) said proposed amendments to the child protection law could potentially address violent extremism and serious violence in the wake of the Zamboanga school shooting. In a Senate hearing on Thursday, Aug. 20, DOJ executive director Barbara Mae Pagdilao-Flores said the DOJ sees the possibility of including The post DOJ sees possible changes… ## [Second hostile witness expected in Duterte impeachment trial](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/20/second-hostile-witness-expected-in-duterte-impeachment-trial/) _2026-08-20 · Eimor Santos · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – The House prosecution panel expects Vice President Sara Duterte’s former special disbursing officer (SDO) for her confidential funds as education secretary to also be declared a hostile or unwilling witness by the Impeachment Court, allowing prosecutors to ask more pointed questions. “Based doon sa naging ruling ng presiding officer when he The post Second hostile… ## [Taiwan warns Anwar remarks could put investments in Malaysia at risk](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/20/taiwan-warns-anwar-remarks-could-put-investments-in-malaysia-at-risk/) _2026-08-20 · Tristan Nodalo · newswatchplus.ph_ Taipei, Taiwan – Taiwan is reconsidering the risks of investing in Malaysia after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim backed Beijing’s claim over Taiwan and indicated he would not condemn China for using force to pursue unification—remarks that drew swift praise from Beijing. Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung stated that Taipei will be more cautious when reviewing The post Taiwan warns Anwar remarks… ## [Marcos orders gov’t agencies to support Creative Industries Month](https://www.newswatchplus.ph/2026/08/20/marcos-orders-govt-agencies-to-support-creative-industries-month/) _2026-08-20 · NewsWatch Plus Staff · newswatchplus.ph_ Metro Manila, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered all national government agencies to actively support the month-long Philippine Creative Industries Month in September as the administration seeks to expand the sector’s contribution to job creation and economic growth. Under Memorandum Circular No. 130, signed on August 18, government agencies, instrumentalities, and…