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Merlinda Bobis explores four generations of colonialism and violence in the Phillipines

Merlinda Bobis’ In the Name of the Trees beguiles with its intricate prose and compressed poetics. In less than 150 pages, it tells the story of four generations of Bikol women, all of whom must, in various ways, resist and adapt to the colonisation and violent regimes of the Philippines.

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Duchess of Sussex insists she attempted to contact her father after leg surgery

Thomas Markle is reported to have had his leg amputated in a hospital in the Philippines.

Evening Standard

Meghan contacts hospitals in Philippines ‘in bid to reach estranged father’

The duchess insists that she reached out to Thomas Markle after reports he had his leg amputated

The Independent UK

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Meghan’s estranged father Thomas says: ‘See me one more time before I die’

Thomas Markle gave an interview after having his leg amputated following surgery in the Philippines

Evening Standard

Meghan Markle Reportedly Reached Out to Father Thomas After 'Life or Death' Leg Amputation

Meghan Markle breaks her silence to contact estranged father Thomas after his 'life or death' leg amputation surgery in the Philippines.

International Business Times UK

‘My legacy is not Charlie Kirk’: the university president building a culture of peace after violence

Astrid Tuminez, Utah Valley University’s first female leader, had to pivot from personal tragedy to address ‘a wounding that happened to all of us’

The Guardian - US

Meghan reaches out to estranged father after leg amputation

A spokesperson for the duchess said she had “reached out” to her father, who has been in hospital in the Philippines after complications led to a life-saving amputation.

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Tropical Depression Wilma Strengthens: Why 20 km/h Movement Puts Central Philippines At Risk

Wilma accelerates toward Visayas; TCWS No. 1 in effect. Landfall expected tonight.

International Business Times UK

Keeping up with the Markles: A timeline of the Duchess's troubled relationship with her father

As Thomas Markle is revealed to be in intensive care in a hospital in the Philippines, we look back on his fractured relationship with his daughter

Evening Standard

Meghan Markle Raves About 'Special Family Christmas' As Her Estranged Dad Fights For His Life In the ICU

Meghan Markle shared festive family traditions in her holiday special, contrasting with her father's recent emergency surgery in the Philippines.

International Business Times UK

Tropical Depression Wilma Confirmed: Initial Landfall Set To Hit Eastern Visayas

Tropical Depression Wilma threatens the Philippines, with landfall set for Eastern Visayas by Saturday. Read the critical forecast, TCWS No. 1 warnings, and Gale Warnings for sea travel.

International Business Times UK

Quick Facts On Thomas Markle: Wife, Why He Relocated To The Philippines And Strained Relationship With The Duchess Of Sussex

Thomas Markle's long TV career, strained relationship with Meghan, financial troubles, and recent move to the Philippines outline a turbulent late-life chapter.

International Business Times UK

Thomas Markle And Meghan Markle's Relationship Revisited: Looking Back At The 'Difficult' Past As Duchess' Father In ICU

Thomas Markle's ICU hospitalisation renews focus on his long-strained relationship with Meghan as the family awaits updates on his serious condition.

International Business Times UK

Former Philippines President Duterte's Failed ICC Appeal Sparks Claims Putin and Netanyahu Could Be Next

Rodrigo Duterte loses his ICC release appeal as experts argue the ruling signals growing pressure on leaders like Putin and Netanyahu.

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The Independent UK

Thousands in Philippines protest corruption and demand return of stolen funds from flood projects

Thousands of demonstrators including from the dominant Roman Catholic church clergy are protesting in the Philippines, calling for the swift prosecution of top legislators and officials implicated in a corruption scandal that has buffeted the Asian democracy

International Business Times UK

PAGASA Warns Of Christmas Typhoons: Tropical Cyclones Wilma, Yasmin May Develop Within PAR in December

PAGASA warns the Philippines faces up to two more cyclones, Typhoon Wilma and Yasmin, in December, urging preparedness for dangerous landfalling tracks.

International Business Times UK

Former President Rodrigo Duterte Waives Rights to Appear at ICC Interim Release Hearing

Former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte will not appear at the ICC hearing where judges will rule on his interim release appeal.

International Business Times UK

Catalina Duque from Colombia Crowned Miss International 2025

Colombia's Catalina Duque is crowned Miss International 2025 in Tokyo, securing the nation's fourth title! See the full Top 5 results and the Philippines' strong finish.

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78 Hilarious And Heartfelt Comics That Might Make You See Everyday Life Differently

Known for his relatable storytelling and clever social commentary, Tarantadong Kalbo captures everyday life with humor, heart, and a unique perspective that resonates with readers across the Philippines and around the world.

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78 Comics By Tarantadong Kalbo That Perfectly Capture Life, Humor, And Nostalgia

International Business Times UK

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy Detention Update: TikTok Alleges YouTuber Is Locked in an Immigration Center Holding Nearly Triple Its Capacity

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's reported detention in an overcrowded Philippine immigration centre draws concern as officials release no current data on conditions now.

International Business Times UK

Ahtisa Manalo Returns Home as Miss Universe 2025 Third Runner-Up, Fans Flood NAIA

Ahtisa Manalo received a hero's welcome at NAIA after placing Third Runner-Up at Miss Universe 2025, as thousands of fans celebrated her homecoming and advocacy-driven success.

International Business Times UK

Forget Miss Universe 2025 — The Real Queen Is Miss Grand International Runner-Up Gotchabelle Gotchapan, Beloved by Pageant-Crazy Philippines

Gotchabelle Gotchapan, Miss Grand International 2025 runner-up, earns a warm welcome in the Philippines as fans celebrate her charm, performances and cultural moments.

International Business Times UK

Dog's Paws Stuck on Philippines Mall Escalator Results in Amputated Legs

A dog's paws were trapped in a Philippines mall escalator, leading to leg amputation and euthanasia, triggering mass anger toward the owner and mall safety rules.

International Business Times UK

Loyal Dog Returns Home Two Weeks After Typhoon Kalmaegi Hit the Philippines

A missing dog from the Philippines returned home to its family two weeks after Typhoon Kalmaegi.

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