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U.S. Slams China "Intimidation" of Philippines After South China Sea Ruling
Secretary of State Antony Blinken reaffirmed a U.S. commitment to defend the Philippines if its forces are attacked in the South China Sea.
Reactivating Nuclear Power Plant Near Volcano a Bad Idea, Geologists Say
The Bataan Nuclear Power Plant in the Philippines is located only 5 miles from Mount Natib, which experiences frequent earthquakes.
Giant Clam Shells Worth $25 Million Seized in Record Haul
Demand for the endangered species in the Philippines has been fueled by the clampdown on the ivory trade.
Crocodile Snatches 10-year-old Boy From Boat in Front of Siblings
The boy was killed in the southern Philippines when he was yanked into the water in front of his horrified family.
Millions Try to Touch Black Jesus Christ Statue
Huge crowds try to touch or kiss a centuries-old black statue of Jesus Christ believed to have healing powers.
Duterte Orders Arrest of Opposition Senator
If arrested, Antonio Trillanes would be the second senator detained by presidential order.
Manila Hit by 5.2 Earthquake
The quake struck at around 10:40 p.m. local time near Occidental Mindoro.
Philippines' Duterte Turns Sights on Casinos
"There will be no casinos outside of what are existing. I am not granting anything," the president said.
Nun Arrested in Philippines Released From Custody
The arrest followed reports she violated the conditions of her stay.
Can Philippines's President Duterte Face Justice?
The strongman leader says he is "sick and tired" of being accused of crimes against humanity.
Before Trump Meeting, Duterte Reveals He's a Murderer
"One fight there, another here—at the age of 16, I killed someone. A person, really," he said.
President Duterte's Son Denies Links to Drugs Trade
The president has said he will quit office if it is proven that any of his family were involved in drug trafficking.
The Spy Who Sang to Survive
The Japanese knew her as Madame Tsubaki, a seductive lounge singer at the hottest nightclub in Manila. To the U.S. and its WWII allies, however, she was an American spy known as High Pockets.
Bertha, the World's Oldest Hippo in Captivity, Has Died
Bertha the hippo had been living at the Manila Zoo in the Philippines since 1959.
Duterte Threatens to Eat Alive Abu Sayyaf Militants
It is not the first time the Philippines president has referenced cannibalism.
ISIS-Linked Philippines Group Targets Churches
There are still 2,000 people trapped city in the southern Philippines.
Islamist Rebels in Philippines a Worry for the Region
The attack by Islamist militants on Marawi had "all the hallmarks of a professional military operation."
ISIS Claims Manila Shooting Attack on Casino Complex
ISIS claimed responsibility for the shooting via its Amaq news agency.
Trump Calls Philippines Casino Fire 'Terrorist Attack'
Philippine authorities say there's no evidence of terrorism in the attack which left 36 dead and dozens wounded.
Manila Attack: Gunman Kills 36 At Resorts World Casino
Earlier, President Donald Trump said Washington was closely monitoring what he described as a "terrorist" attack unfolding in Manila.
ISIS Operative Claims Responsibility for Manila Attack
Dozens of people are reported injured after an attack at a resort in Manila.
What Trump Should Have Said to Duterte
The 'great job' includes thousands of extrajudicial killings, including children.
Philippines' Duterte Open to Russian Navy Joint Drill
The Philippines' president has repeatedly shown hostility towards the U.S.
Duterte's Beijing Bromance May Not Last
Despite his bluster, Rodrigo Duterte has thin skin. (Remind you of anybody?)
Baby Born on Flight Receives One Million Air Miles
She could have booked the flight she was born on for 25,000.
Is the Philippines About to Slide Back Into Despotism?
Duterte gave no signs he would moderate his anti-democratic promises, like killing criminals without trial or enacting policies without the legislature's approval.
Estimated 7 Million Attend Pope's Mass in Manila
In a moving homily, Francis urges people to help keep children off the streets.