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Philippines, US Test Air Defences As China Seizes Reef

Missiles fired off the coast of the northern Philippines Sunday as US and Filipino forces conducted their first integrated defence drills, hours after China said it had seized control of a reef claimed by Manila.

International Business Times

US forces deploy anti-ship missiles in Philippines and stage live-fire drills near China hotspots

The mock battle scenarios under the annual Balikatan military exercises between the United States and the Philippines over the weekend have not only simulated real-life war

The Independent UK

The new CEO of the Philippines’ largest telco says his Nigeria and India experience taught him to 'never underestimate' any market

Carl Raymond Cruz, the new CEO of Globe Telecom, also admits his "bias" for Indian companies, thanks to their "rigor" and "operational intensity."

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In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next

The nation remembers pontiff’s trip to the Philippines, where he met Typhoon Haiyan survivors in a show of sympathy and humility

The Guardian - AU

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's Philanthropy Filled Video Surfaces in the Philippines Before His Arrest

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's video showcasing his generosity— buying children shoes, games and TVs— has surfaced now after his arrest .

International Business Times UK

“She Couldn’t Walk, Talk, or Eat”: 28YO Woman Passes Away Due To Mysterious Illness While Traveling

Travel influencer Vanessa Konopka passed away due to mysterious illness in Philippines.

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Will Asia soon have its first Pope?

Luis Antonio Tagle from Philippines is in contention to succeed Francis as pontiff

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Pope Francis’s death mourned by fans across southeast Asia where he transformed status of Church

Timor-Leste remembers Francis as ‘king’ who always ‘had a smile’

The Independent UK

‘He left an indelible impression’: Catholics across Asia-Pacific mourn the Pope

From Timor-Leste to PNG and the Philippines, millions of Catholics are marking the death of Pope Francis

The Guardian - AU

Travel influencer Vanessa Konopka dies after lengthy illness

The travel influencer and her boyfriend ran an account called Happiness Crossing

The Independent UK

US and Philippine forces launch joint annual combat drills amid tensions with China

The United States and the Philippines launched their annual joint military drills on Monday, involving around 14,000 troops in full-scale combat scenarios designed to strengthen defence cooperation and regional security.

Euronews

'The Voice Of God': Filipinos Wrestle With Death Of Pope Francis

Church bells rang out across the Philippines early Monday evening as Asia's bastion of Catholicism mourned the death of Pope Francis.

International Business Times

US and Philippines launch ‘Super Bowl’ of military exercises around South China Sea

Biggest edition of annual Balikatan drills sets off protests against presence of foreign troops and ‘militarisation’

The Independent UK

US general says allied forces can repel Asia aggression as Philippines combat drills open

Thousands of allied American and Filipino forces have opened annual combat drills that will include simulating the defense of the Philippine archipelago and seas in a battle scenario that has antagonized China

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Money, Power, Violence In High-stakes Philippine Elections

Philippines election hopefuls like mayoral candidate Kerwin Espinosa have to ask themselves whether the job is worth taking a bullet.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Holy Week celebrations around the world

Christians are celebrating Holy Week with processions and reenactments in places like Jerusalem, Brazil, Nigeria, India, Mexico and Philippines.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: Devout in the Philippines mark Holy Week with flagellations, processions and passion play

Dozens of penitents whip their backs to atone for their sins during Good Friday rites in the streets of the southern Philippine town of Kalayaan, as Christians across this largely Catholic country commemorate the passion and sufferings of Jesus.

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The Yamaha MT-10 Is On Its Final Lap, But Only In Europe

As a rider who owned a Yamaha MT-10 and rode it until the wheels nearly fell off, I can vouch for its status as the ultimate hyper-naked bike in its price bracket. That 998cc Crossplane CP4 engine, pumping out 158 horsepower with a spine-tingling roar, is pure adrenaline. The MT-10’s…

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The Independent UK

Nora Aunor death: Icon of Philippine cinema dies at 71

Revered across generations in the Philippines, Aunor leaves behind a legacy of more than 200 screen roles

The Guardian - AU

Re-arm, reassure and spend big: how the Asia Pacific is responding to a new era under Trump

The US president has upset global norms in the space of weeks, spurring a flurry of defence spending, diplomatic overtures and offers to boost trade

International Business Times UK

Petition to Ban Vitaly Zdorovetskiy from Social Media Gains Momentum After Philippines Arrest

Russian-American vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy faces possible jail time in the Philippines and a global social media ban after livestreaming abusive behaviour that sparked international outrage and a viral petition.

RideApart

The Philippines Buys So Many Motorcycles, It's Ridiculous

When we think of motorcycles in the US, the image that often comes to mind is one of freedom, rebellion, and weekend rides along scenic highways. But head over to Southeast Asia, and you’ll see a completely different picture—one where motorcycles aren’t just for fun, they’re the backbone of daily…

The Independent UK

Philippines braces for extreme heat as index nears ‘danger’ level of 50C

Nation weather agency warns heat-related illnesses more likely with prolonged exposure or outdoor activity

The Independent UK

US and Philippine joint combat drills show Trump is not scaling back on South China Sea region

A senior Philippine military official said U.S. and Filipino forces will undertake battle-readiness exercises, including live-fire drills, in a largescale deployment that shows the Trump administration is not scaling back its commitment to help deter aggression in the region

The Independent UK

Drones found by Filipino fishermen capable of ‘underwater warfare’

Navy says there is ‘55 to 80 percent likelihood’ that at least two of these drones were sent by China

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