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Philippines' ex-leader Duterte flown to the Hague on ICC charges

The Hague-based court has been investigating the mass killings linked to Duterte's so-called war on drugs.

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Filipino Catholics observe Ash Wednesday with tradition of ash cross

Catholic devotees in Manila lined up outside Baclaran Church for Ash Wednesday, receiving ash crosses made from blessed palms, marking the start of Lent.

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Philippine fighter jet and two pilots missing after rebel mission

The plane lost contact with other military aircraft during an overnight assault against communist insurgents.

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France and the Philippines stage joint naval drills in South China Sea

The countries' military exercises last week are likely to displease China, which claims ownership over most of the South China Sea.

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Philippines vice president impeached amid growing political feud

The development will escalate the quarrel between two of the country's most powerful families.

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Thousands of believers celebrate Jesus Nazareno in the Philippines

Hundreds of thousands of Catholic faithful took part in the annual procession in Manila, Philippines, to venerate a black statue of Jesus, known as the Black Nazarene.

Explore

Negros Island: Sugar heritage and marine wonders of the Philippines

In partnership with Tourism Promotions Board Philippines

In this episode of Explore, we visit Negros Island, where sugar heritage meets unparalleled marine biodiversity, and explore the heritage, conservation efforts and cultural cuisine that define the heart of the Philippines.

Destinations

Dreaming of a wellness escape? The Philippines has it all

Dive right into a holiday in the Philippines that’s packed with immersive wellness and foodie experiences.

Philippines

At least 126 dead in massive flooding and landslides in Philippines

The number of dead and missing in massive flooding and landslides wrought by Tropical Storm Trami in the Philippines has reached nearly 130.

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One dead after tropical storm Trami hits the Philippines

Tropical storm Trami brought heavy rainfall to the eastern Philippines, causing severe flooding that left one person dead and seven others missing.

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Tensions escalate in South China Sea as China clashes with Philippines

Chinese personnel repeatedly rammed and boarded two Philippine navy boats to prevent them from delivering supplies to an outpost on Second Thomas Shoal, claimed by both nations.

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Zelenskyy backs Ukraine peace summit in surprise visit to Philippines

Ahead of his visit to Manila, the Ukrainian president said that Russia is using Chinese diplomats to dissuade countries from attending the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.

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Heatwave prompts millions to stay home from school

Millions of students in all public schools across the Philippines were ordered to stay home on Monday after authorities cancelled in-person classes for two days as an emergency step due to the scorching heat and a public transport strike.

Germany

Germany ready to help reduce tensions in disputed South China Sea

Speaking during a visit to the Philippines, the German foreign minister says the nation will support Asian coastal nations against China’s controversial actions.

Philippines

Deadly bomb attack on Philippines Catholic mass kills 4, injures more

A powerful explosion believed caused by a bomb ripped through a Catholic Mass and killed at least four people, wounding dozens of others, Sunday in a predominantly Muslim city in the southern Philippines, officials said.

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Powerful 7.6 scale quake off Mindanao island in the southern Philippines

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center initially said that based on the magnitude and location, it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia. But the centre later dropped its tsunami warning.

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Experience the Kadayawan festival to see the soul of the Philippines

The festival, which takes place between mid-August and mid-September, is a celebration of the Philippines’ pre-colonial identity and culture.

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Filipinos pay their respects to lost loved ones on All Saints Day

The annual ritual is an ancient Christian tradition honouring all saints and martyrs who died for the faith.

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Filipina duo take spotlight at Princess of the Universe beauty contest

In partnership with Media City

“Hopefully, I'll give my best. I'll have fun and I can bring home any award. It doesn't matter.”

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China and Philippines boats clash in disputed South China Sea area

China's sweeping territorial claims in the South China Sea, including over islands closer to the Philippine shore, have raised tensions in the area.