Chinese coastguard brandish knives at Filipino soldiers
Tensions escalate as Chinese coastguard personnel brandish knives and axes against Filipino troops in a disputed South China Sea atoll, raising alarms over Beijing's aggressive tactics.
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Duterte Faces ICC Crimes Against Humanity Charges
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been formally charged with crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court over his deadly 'war on drugs' that left thousands dead.
Super Typhoon Ragasa Hits Philippines, Heads for Hong Kong
The Philippines reels from Super Typhoon Ragasa's fury, with catastrophic winds and torrential rain. The monster storm is now on a dangerous trajectory towards Hong Kong, prompting major alerts.
Dozens arrested after violent Manila palace protest clash
Philippine police have arrested dozens of protesters following a violent confrontation near the Malacañang Palace in Manila. Riot officers deployed water cannon and made arrests as demonstrations turned chaotic.
Manila Floods Spark Fury Over Government Corruption
Mass protests have erupted across the Philippines as citizens blame government corruption and mismanagement for catastrophic flooding that has paralysed the capital, Manila.
Super Typhoon Ragsasa Batters Philippines, Heads for China
Super Typhoon Ragsasa (Nando) unleashes torrential rains and fierce winds, triggering severe flooding, landslides, and widespread evacuations across Southeast Asia as it charts a course towards southern China.
Ressa: Americans Are "Deer in Headlights" Over Trump
Nobel laureate Maria Ressa delivers a stark warning to Jon Stewart about Donald Trump's threat to democracy and free speech, drawing parallels to her own battles in the Philippines.
Manila Braces for Massive Anti-Corruption Protests
Philippines capital prepares for significant demonstrations amid allegations of deep-rooted corruption in state infrastructure projects, sparking widespread public anger and calls for accountability.
Chonky Flying Fox One Cyclone From Extinction
Exclusive: The future of the 'chonky' golden-crowned flying fox, one of the world's rarest bats, hangs in the balance as climate change intensifies tropical storms in its only Philippine habitat.
Philippines scraps national ID card after public backlash
The Philippine government has abruptly abandoned its controversial national identity card system, dubbed the 'Filipino Card', following intense opposition from the Catholic Church and widespread public protests over privacy and cost concerns.
China battles catastrophic floods as monsoon rains devastate region
Southern China faces devastating floods and deadly landslides triggered by relentless monsoon rains, compounding a regional climate crisis that has already battered India and Pakistan with severe flooding.
China Installs Barrier in Disputed South China Sea Shoal
The Philippines condemns China's 'illegal' installation of a 300-metre floating barrier in the disputed Scarborough Shoal, blocking Filipino fishermen and escalating regional tensions.
Benidorm Submerged: Apocalyptic Flash Floods Cause Chaos
A sudden and violent storm has unleashed chaos in Benidorm, with torrential floods sweeping through the city, turning roads into raging rivers and trapping tourists and residents. See the shocking footage and full report.
China Installs Barrier in Disputed South China Sea
The Philippines condemns China's latest 'floating barrier' installation in the disputed Scarborough Shoal, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing South China Sea territorial conflict.
Deadly Flash Floods Inundate Bali Tourist Zones
Tragedy strikes Bali as catastrophic flash floods claim multiple lives, including foreign tourists, and force mass evacuations. Latest updates on the emergency response and travel warnings.
Philippines Congress Moves to Outlaw Catholic Devotion
A controversial bill seeking to ban the popular Catholic 'Divine Mercy' devotion has sparked a major constitutional crisis in the Philippines, pitting Congress against the Senate and the influential Catholic Church.
Trump's Escalated Drug War: A Dangerous New Reality
Donald Trump's radical new drug war strategy threatens to turn a metaphorical failure into a devastating reality, risking global stability and human rights.
State of Emergency declared as catastrophic flooding threatens US states
States of Emergency declared in South Carolina and Wyoming as forecasters warn of 'life-threatening' flash flooding and severe storms set to batter both regions.
Filipino Academic Wins Asia's Premier Prize for Governance
Professor Carlos 'Sonny' Coloma is honoured with Asia's premier prize for his decades-long work in empowering Filipino communities through participatory local governance.
Tourist sparks outrage after jumping on whale shark
A viral video captures a tourist in the Philippines leaping from a boat onto the back of a vulnerable whale shark, sparking outrage from marine conservationists and authorities who have launched an investigation.
Philippines Deploys New Tactic in South China Sea Dispute
The Philippines is pioneering a bold new diplomatic approach, using media and international observers to counter Chinese aggression around the disputed Scarborough Shoal. Exclusive details on the escalating tensions.
FBI Agent's Arrest in Manila Sparks Diplomatic Crisis
An FBI agent's detention in the Philippines over ammunition possession ignites a fierce diplomatic row, testing the long-standing alliance between the two nations.
Deadly Flash Floods Devastate Sicily, Killing One
The Italian island of Sicily has been plunged into chaos after catastrophic flash floods triggered by torrential rains. Catania bears the brunt of the devastation with submerged streets, overturned cars, and a tragic death toll. This is the unfolding stor
Catastrophic 'Life-Threatening' Flooding Swamps Texas
A relentless 'training' storm system has unleashed catastrophic flooding across Texas, prompting urgent FEMA deployments and severe weather warnings for millions of residents.
Pakistan floods kill 34 in Buner district
Torrential rains trigger devastating flash floods in Pakistan’s Buner district, leaving at least 34 dead and dozens missing as rescue efforts intensify.
Cloudbursts: Deadly Downpours Flooding India & Pakistan
Learn what causes cloudbursts, the devastating weather phenomenon behind recent floods in India and Pakistan, and why they're becoming more frequent.
Pakistan floods kill 50 in Buner and Nagar districts
Torrential rains trigger catastrophic flooding in Pakistan's Buner and Nagar districts, leaving dozens dead and widespread destruction.
Deadly flash floods and debris kill in China storms
Tragedy strikes as flash floods sweep away campers and falling debris kills two at a beer festival amid relentless storms in China.
Deadly floods kill hundreds in Pakistan
Catastrophic flash floods have devastated northern Pakistan, claiming hundreds of lives as raging waters swept boulders into villages, destroying homes and infrastructure.
Australia-Philippines Defence Deal Amid China Tensions
Australia and the Philippines have signed a new defence agreement to enhance military cooperation, as regional tensions with China escalate over disputed waters.
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