Stage set for battle of the dynasties as Rodrigo Duterte eyes return to politics in the Philippines Former president to run for mayor of Davao amid fight for power against formidable Marcos family The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2024
Duterte legacy in the balance as he seeks return to Davao stronghold The end of a renewed ‘drug war’ and arrest of a pastor allied with Duterte signal the ex-president’s waning influence. Al Jazeera · Oct 9, 2024
Marcos-Duterte alliance crumbles in the Philippines' political landscape Discover the analysis on the crumbling alliance between the Marcos and Duterte families in the Philippines, causing political unrest and open warfare. Top News · Feb 2, 2024
Philippines leader Marcos' visit to Hawaii boosts US-Philippines bond and recalls family history Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is visiting Hawaii to meet with senior U.S. military leaders and members of Hawaii’s large Filipino community The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2023
Lea Salonga heads the first all-Filipino cast of a Broadway show in 'Here Lies Love' The anticipation of getting to play a Filipino character for the first time is something shared by the entire company of “Here Lies Love.” The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023
Commentary: Martial law in the Philippines was no ‘golden age’ The numbers — 70,000 detained, 35,000 tortured, 3,200 killed — represent the victims of President Ferdinand E. Marcos’ era of martial law, from 1972 to 1986. They mark one of the darkest periods in the Philippines’ history. Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2023
Philippines: ‘Communist’ Book Bans Raise New Censorship Fears Free speech advocates are concerned the new government of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will continue cracking down on independent media in an attempt to whitewash the history of his father’s brutal dictatorship. The News Lens · Sep 16, 2022
Dictator's son Ferdinand Marcos Jr. takes oath as Philippine president The namesake son of an ousted dictator is sworn in as Philippine president in one of the greatest political comebacks in recent history in the country. WEKU · Jun 30, 2022
In the Philippines, a bun revives myths and misery of a bygone Marcos era Marcos supporters say nutribuns remain a symbol of family’s commitment to the poor, for others they stoke memories of severe hardship The Guardian - UK · Jun 23, 2022
Preserve the Truth: Historical Books, Documents in Danger as Marcos Family Returns to Power Books on martial law have been selling fast in the weeks after Marcos Jr. was elected president over fear that these will be banned or purged. The News Lens · Jun 13, 2022
'Protect the truth': A Marcos return in Philippines triggers fear for history Books about the late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos and his brutal era of martial law are flying off the shelves, spurred by "panic buying" after his son and namesake won a May 9 presidential election. Reuters · May 27, 2022
Marcos era survivors call for truth as new Marcos rises Ferdinand Marcos Jr will become president on June 30 amid concern the brutality of his father’s regime is being erased. Al Jazeera · May 27, 2022
Philippines election result is a win for dynasty politics Alliance between Ferdinand Marcos Jr and Sara Duterte reinforces power of influential families The Guardian - UK · May 26, 2022
The return of a Marcos to power in the Philippines is a warning to the world Legacy and social media combined to glamorise ‘Bongbong’ Marcos’ family name, says Nicole Curato, a professor of political sociology The Guardian - UK · May 18, 2022
Bangkok Post · May 14, 2022 Marcos victory no surprise This week saw the people of the Philippines elect the son and namesake of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos to power -- paving the way for the return of the Marcos clan into the halls of Malacanang Palace some 36 years after they were chased out of it during the People's…
The Guardian - UK · May 13, 2022 ‘Lost’ Picasso spotted in Imelda Marcos’s home after son’s election win Artwork’s appearance fuels fears family will use return to power to further stifle efforts to recover ill-gotten wealth
The Guardian - UK · May 10, 2022 Philippines election Q&A: why did Marcos Jr win and what can we expect from his presidency? After years of rebranding its image, the Marcos family is back in power. Inheriting a challenging economic situation, it remains unclear how Marcos Jr will use his huge mandate
The Guardian - UK · May 10, 2022 Philippines election: torture survivors from Marcos era in shock after son’s win Factcheckers say Ferdinand Marcos Jr was overwhelming beneficiary of a flood of online disinformation before poll
Bangkok Post · May 10, 2022 Marcos win prompts protests in the Philippines MANILA: Angry young voters gathered in the Philippines on Tuesday to protest against Ferdinand Marcos Jr, the son and namesake of the former dictator, who clinched a landslide victory this week in one of the most divisive presidential elections in the country’s recent history.
Asharq Al-Awsat · May 10, 2022 Ferdinand Marcos Jr Wins Landslide Presidential Victory in the Philippines The son of late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos cemented a landslide presidential election victory Tuesday, as Filipinos bet on a familiar dynasty to ease rampant poverty -- dismissing warnings the tarnished clan will deepen corruption and weaken democracy. With an initial count almost complete, Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Junior had secured…
The Guardian - UK · May 9, 2022 Ferdinand Marcos Jr triumphs in Philippines presidential election Son of late dictator wins more than twice as many votes as nearest rival after campaign marred by extensive social media disinformation
The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2022 Philippines election: Ferdinand Marcos Jr closes in on victory Known as Bongbong, son of the late dictator holds significant lead over nearest rival in unofficial count
France 24 · May 8, 2022 Son of former dictator Marcos looks set for victory in Philippines presidential election Polls have closed to elect a new president in the Philippines Monday, with the son of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos the favourite to win the high-stakes race and restore his family to the pinnacle of power.
Al Jazeera · May 8, 2022 Why the 2022 Philippines election is so significant There are 10 candidates vying to replace Rodrigo Duterte as president, but only two really matter.
The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2022 Philippines election: Bongbong poised to become president as Marcos history is rewritten The dictator’s son is the favourite to win presidential race, reviving memories of a painful era for many