The Marcos government rejected a request to let prosecutors resume an inquiry into former President Rodrigo Duterte’s drive against crime, which left thousands dead.
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Philippines Returns to School, Ending Long Covid Shutdown
More than two years after Covid emptied their classrooms, students are resuming in-person learning. The lost time will be hard to make up.
The Marcos Family Gets Star Treatment in a New Philippines Film
A big-budget production depicts the family as victims of a political vendetta, a popular narrative during the recent presidential election in the Philippines.
In the Philippines, Blinken Vows to Strengthen Military Ties
Against a backdrop of rising regional tensions with China, the U.S. secretary of state reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to defending Manila.
Fidel Ramos, Philippine President Who Broke With Marcos, Dies at 94
Considered a ruthless Marcos henchman, he was later hailed as a national hero for breaking with the dictator, and went on to preside over an economic boom.
7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Philippines
The 7.0 magnitude quake on Luzon island damaged buildings and caused dozens of landslides, officials said. At least 44 people were hurt.
Philippine Mayors Tell City Workers to Smile or Face Discipline
“Frowning is not allowed in the municipality!” said the mayor of Mulanay in the Philippines. Many residents applauded his new policy.
Sharp Drop in Childhood Vaccinations Threatens Millions of Lives
Pandemic lockdowns, misinformation campaigns, conflicts, climate crises and other problems diverted resources and contributed to the largest backslide in routine immunization in 30 years.
Marcos Becomes President in the Philippines
The son of the former dictator used his inauguration speech to discuss the economy and the need to heal a deeply divided country after a polarizing election.
Philippines Orders Rappler to Shut Down
Maria Ressa, the co-founder of the independent news organization, said she would appeal the decision, calling it “harassment and intimidation.”