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'Barbie' Approved in the Philippines Despite Map Controversy

By Koh Ewe and Chad de Guzman

Why the Philippines Struggles to Pass a Law Against LGBT Discrimination

By Chad de Guzman / Quezon City, Philippines

Thousands Evacuate as Philippine Volcano Shows Increasing Signs of Activity

By Chad de Guzman

America’s Mixed Legacy in the Philippines

By Chad de Guzman / Olongapo City, Philippines
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What to Know About New U.S.-Philippines Military Sites

The Philippine government finally revealed four new "suitable and mutually beneficial" locations that U.S. troops will have access to—sites which reflect rising concerns over China's role in the region.

By Chad de Guzman

Philippine Ferry Fire Leaves Dozens Dead

Search and rescue efforts are still underway Thursday for passengers of a commercial ferry that caught fire in the southern waters of the Philippines.

By Chad de Guzman

Human Hair Is Being Used to Clean an Oil Spill in the Philippines

Locals worried about the spill’s impact on their economies have rallied to help cleanup efforts—and they may have a secret weapon.

By Chad de Guzman

Has the Philippines Moved On From Marcos Sr.’s Dictatorship?

“This is what happens when you bring despots and their scions back to power,” says a Filipino political science professor.

By Chad de Guzman / Manila

China Accused of Using ‘Military-Grade’ Laser Against Philippine Ship

China says the Philippine ship had trespassed. The episode is the latest sign of rising tensions in the region.

By Chad de Guzman / Manila

Why the Philippines Is Letting the U.S. Military Expand Its Footprint

The U.S. formally ended its 94-year military presence in the area in the early 1990s, shutting down Clark Air Base and Subic Bay Naval Base.

By Sanya Mansoor and Simmone Shah

Maria Ressa Acquitted of Tax Evasion Charges

The ruling represents the Nobel Peace Prizewinning journalist's latest victory against what press freedom advocates have branded as judicial harassment.

By Chad de Guzman

Onions Now More Expensive Than Meat In Philippines

Inflation recently hit a 14-year-high, but some are blaming the country’s agriculture department and price manipulators.

By Chad de Guzman

The Philippines Is Cleaning Out Police Ranks. Here’s How Its War on Drugs Is Going

Hundreds of the Philippine National Police’s top brass were asked to resign on Wednesday, the latest attempt to curb the drug trade and related corruption.

By Chad de Guzman

Philippines’ President Flies to China Amid Sea Disputes

Marcos Jr.’s visit to China to meet with Xi Jinping comes amid unresolved territorial disputes in the South China Sea.

By Chad de Guzman

Meet the Philippines’ ‘Mr. Christmas’

Jose Mari Chan is a 77-year-old sugar magnate and singer whose holiday hit has made him a national seasonal icon.

By Chad de Guzman

Why the Philippines’ Plan for a Sovereign Wealth Fund is Controversial

Lawmakers say the Maharlika Investment Fund will help finance future economic development. Critics worry it could become a hotbed for corruption.

By Chad de Guzman

Kamala Harris’ Visit Puts the Philippines in a Tight Spot with China

The Vice President visited Palawan Tuesday in what observers say is meant as a message to China.

By Chad de Guzman

Ninoy Aquino's Legacy Is Under Threat in the Philippines

Ninoy Aquino Day falls every Aug. 21. Will Marcos Jr. permit the survival of a holiday dedicated to his family's arch-rival?

By Chad de Guzman

Can Marcos Jr Change His Family’s Brutal Legacy?

New leader Inherits a poorly performing economy in a climate of global financial uncertainties

By Chad de Guzman

Philippine News Website Rappler Is Facing Closure

It had invited the wrath of President Rodrigo Duterte for its reports on his notorious 'drug war'

By Chad de Guzman
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