The Latest Breaking News from Philippines

Rodrigo Duterte wins mayoral seat from Hague prison cell in Philippines elections

Former president reclaims stronghold city despite fighting election from The Hague

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

Meghan Markle's estranged brother reveals explosive memoir plans

Thomas Markle currently resides in the Philippines with their father, is working on the project, which he promises will captivate readers.

The Fashion Central · May 12, 2025

Rodrigo Duterte wins Philippines mayoral election from jail cell in The Hague

Former president of nation re-elected as mayor of city of Davao despite his enforced absence

The Guardian - UK · May 12, 2025

US and Philippine forces cancel ship-sinking drill after World War II-era target prematurely sinks

A World War II-era Philippine navy ship to be used as a target in a combat exercise by American and the Philippine forces accidentally sank hours before the mock assault, prompting the drill to be cancelled

The Independent UK · May 5, 2025

Who is Luis Antonio Tagle? The Philippine cardinal and ‘karaoke priest’ in the running for pope

Tagle is considered progressive and humble, but has faced some criticism for his response to the drug war and sexual abuse in the church

The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025

Tourist bitten by crocodile at Philippines wetlands park after mistaking it for statue

Man was trapped inside enclosure for 30 minutes before being rescued

The Independent UK · May 4, 2025

Watchdog Accuses Papal Contenders Of Ignoring Sex Abuse

As cardinals prepare to elect a new pope, campaigners warned Friday that neither of the frontrunners, Pietro Parolin nor Luis Antonio Tagle, would protect children and stamp out clerical sex abuse.

International Business Times · May 2, 2025

10 killed in Philippines after passenger bus slams into vehicles at a toll booth

Police in the Philippines say a speeding passenger bus slammed into a row of vehicles lined up at a highway toll booth killing 10 people, including children

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

This New Scooter Looks Stylish and Practical, But Has a Very Weird Name

In many parts of the world like Italy, France, the Philippines, and Vietnam, scooters are more than just a mode of transportation. They’re a part of everyday life. In dense cities where traffic never sleeps and parking is a daily battle, having something small, nimble, and fuel-efficient isn’t just convenient,…

RideApart · May 1, 2025

Man accused of overseas child abuse to stay behind bars

No bail has been requested by a man charged with a number of abuse offences allegedly involving children in Queensland and the Philippines.

AAP · May 1, 2025