The Philippines
New Coronavirus Treatments Trialed As WHO Warns Against Self-Medicating
There are currently no specific treatments for the virus, which has killed almost 2,000 people.
Bananas Aren't Going to Do Well Under Climate Change, Scientists Warn
"Limiting the temperature increase during the 21st century will help to avoid it," an expert told Newsweek.
Duterte Warns Daughter Not to Run for President, Attacks 'Sons of B*****s'
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he is "sick and tired of the system" amid government corruption.
Duterte Tells Soldiers Wounded Fighting Extremists: I'll 'Die With You'
Rodrigo Duterte, president of The Philippines, made the comments during a visit to soldiers hurt in a recent firefight with ISIS-linked Abu Sayyaf.
Holy Bible's God Is Stupid, Says Philippines' Duterte
The leader of the Philippines doubled down on comments about the story of Adam and Eve, announcing, "Your God is not my God, because your God is stupid."
Duterte Needs 'Psychiatric' Exam: U.N. Rights Chief
A government list of 600 alleged Communist fighters includes Victoria Tauli-Corpuz, U.N. special rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples.
Trump Spreads Fake News About Obama in the Philippines
The misunderstanding seems to stem from a 2016 fight between Barack Obama and Rodrigo Duterte.
'Prime Piece of Real Estate:' Trump on the Philippines
Trump praised the former American colony as a strategic location for military purposes.
The Philippines Welcomes 'APEC Hottie' Justin Trudeau
The prime minister was greeted by enthusiastic crowds in the Philippines—in stark contrast to Trump, whose visit was met with protests.
Giant Swastika-Armed Trump Effigy Burned in Philippines
One of the activists dubbed the effigy "the fascist spinner."
Duterte Promises to Kill Son If Drug Charges True
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has threatened violence against family members involved in drugs or Islamist militant groups.
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.
U.N. Expert Will Not Debate Rodrigo Duterte on Murders
The president has said he will accept investigators only if he gets to debate them, during which he would "humiliate" them and create a "spectacle."
Philippines' Duterte to Drug Dealers: 'I Will Kill You'
"Here's the shocker: I will kill you. I will really kill you. And that's why the rapporteur of the U.N. is here, investigating extrajudicial killing," Duterte said.
Charge Duterte With Mass Murder, Says Lawyer
Jude Josue Sabio has accused Duterte of being the mastermind behind thousands of killings as mayor of Davao and as president.
Philippines' Communists Look Ahead to Peace Talks
The rebels will declare a unilateral ceasefire no later than March 31.
Philippine Drug Trade Emerges From the Shadows
President Rodrigo Duterte's violent war on drugs stalls after sidelining 'rotten' Philippine National Police force.
Retired Policeman Claims Duterte Had A "Death Squad"
Human rights groups have documented about 1,400 suspicious killings in Davao during Duterte's time as mayor.
Amnesty: Philippine Police Planned Drugs War Killings
The rights group claims Duterte's drugs war involves extrajudicial executions and falsified evidence.
Pope Francis to Bless Philippines and Rodrigo Duterte
The move will be a gesture of goodwill to a controversial figure, according to a Duterte aide.
Duterte Confirms Arrest of Militant Leader's Son
Fifteen people were killed in a blast in Davao last September.
Rodrigo Duterte Orders Free Contraceptives for Millions
The move is likely to face fierce resistance from pro-life religious groups.
Armed Rebels With Islamic Links Storm Philippine Prison
One guard was killed, while eight prisoners have been caught—two surrendered and six were killed.
Philippine Investigators Accuse Police of Mayor Killing
President Rodrigo Duterte has told police they may "shoot to kill" drug dealers.
Philippines Might Follow Russia's Lead and Leave ICC
Duterte said he would like to join an organization created by China and Russia.
Duterte: I'll Jail Drug Dealers Without a Warrant
'I can be ordered by the Supreme Court to stop it, but there are things that they cannot, and maybe, I will not, stop,' president says.
Philippines Rodrigo Duterte's Surprising Karaoke Choice
"Duterte Harry" picked a soppy ballad popular at funerals.
Philippines' Duterte to Stop Swearing on God's Orders
Duterte has become famous for using vulgar language about world leaders.
Philippines: Duterte's Drugs War to Focus on Arrests
Police will focus on arresting politicians, military, police, government officials and celebrities.