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Filipino Drag Queen Fights For Freedom To Express Faith

When Filipino drag queen Amadeus Fernando Pagente dressed up as Jesus Christ and sang the Lord's Prayer in a Manila show, he considered it an expression of his Catholic faith.

International Business Times

Manila Blasts Chinese Coast Guard After Filipino Fisherfolk Ordered To Return Collected Shells

The latest incident of Filipino fishermen being harassed by China's coast guard is just one of several similar instances in the past year in the disputed Scarborough Shoal – an island feature with a marine-rich lagoon, located in a strategic position for air and sea navigation.

International Business Times

Philippines president sparks outcry for using presidential helicopter to see Coldplay concert

Ferdinand Marcos Jr was flown in because concert-goers created ‘unforeseen traffic complications’, bodyguards say

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Five children among 10 Christian worshippers killed in Philippines landslide as they prayed

Those inside were holding Christian prayer sheets when the disaster struck, officials have said

Evening Standard

Government phaseout plans for iconic jeepneys sparks nationwide protests

Learn about the controversy surrounding the phaseout of iconic jeepneys in the Philippines, a beloved symbol of Filipino culture and transportation.

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Philippine Defense Chief Slams Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson For 'Gutter Level Talk' Toward President

The Philippines' defense chief did not mince words in his statement regarding Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning's remarks directed at the Philippine president that suggested Marcos Jr. was ignorant of the Taiwan issue.

International Business Times

‘No rules’ and ‘riotous flavour’: how to cook and eat like you’re on holiday in the Philippines

Food writer Yasmin Newman shares a typical day of Filipino dining – and her version of halo halo, one of the archipelago’s most-loved desserts

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China Blasts Philippine President For 'Playing With Fire' Over Taiwan Election Statement

The Philippine President congratulated Lai Ching-te for winning the Taiwanese election, and Beijing is left fuming – it lodged a "serious demarche" and summoned the Philippine ambassador.

International Business Times

China vents fury at Philippines over Taiwan congratulations

Relations sour further as Beijing accuses Manila of interfering in China’s internal affairs.

Al Jazeera

Philippines To Upgrade Island Features In South China Sea, Says Army Chief

The Philippine government is looking to "improve" the living conditions of its personnel stationed in the disputed South China by upgrading island features – a move that will likely irk Beijing.

International Business Times

Philippines plans military upgrades to disputed South China Sea outposts

Manila will upgrade islands and acquire more ships to modernise its military amid tensions with China.

Al Jazeera

Philippines Set to Develop South China Sea Islands

The Philippines' military chief announces plans to develop islands in the disputed South China Sea, emphasizing the country's commitment to assert its terr...

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Man returning from Philippines charged with grooming

A man who was returning to Australia from the Philippines has been charged with grooming a child and importing child abuse material.

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Marcos Cautious on El Nino and Geopolitical Risks

This article discusses how Philippines' Marcos offers a cautious economic outlook due to the potential impact of El Nino and geopolitical risks.

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Balabac’s Molbog Tribe Struggles To Balance Respect For Crocodiles With Safety Concerns

Philippine Indigenous Community's Sacred Connection to Crocodiles Poses Conservation Challenges

The Independent UK

Germany ready to help de-escalate tensions in disputed South China Sea, its foreign minister says

Germany’s top diplomat says China’s actions in the South China Sea violate the rights of Asian coastal states like the Philippines and threaten freedom of navigation, but adds that the territorial disputes have to be resolved peacefully because “the world doesn’t need another crisis.”

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Bizarre incident of fish jumping out of water in Philippines caused by upwelling, not earthquake

Countless sardines beached themselves on an island in the Philippines around 48 hours before a major earthquake. But experts say a phenomenon known as "upwelling" was to blame instead.

The Independent UK

Filipino Catholics pray for Mideast peace in massive procession venerating a black statue of Jesus

A massive crowd of mostly barefoot Catholic worshippers is marching in an annual procession in the Philippines’ capital, carrying a centuries-old black statue of Jesus

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Dwight Howard's Basketball Journey and World Smile Tour: Philippines

Discover NBA star Dwight Howard's basketball journey as he shares behind-the-scenes photos, training and playing on the court, while also making a global i...

International Business Times

Beijing Slams 'Muscle-Flexing, Provocative' US-Philippines Joint South China Sea Patrol

Following the second Washington-Manila joint maritime patrol, Beijing called on the U.S. and Philippines to halt what it says were "irresponsible moves" in the disputed South China Sea.

The Hindu

West Asian nations hold the highest number of Indians in jails abroad | Data

West Asian nations hold the highest number of Indians in jails abroad. Nearly 9,500 Indians are currently lodged in prison across 89 nations.

International Business Times

Chinese Battleships Shadow US, Philippine Vessels On Patrol In South China Sea

The U.S. and Philippines are conducting their second joint maritime patrols in the South China Sea, and even without an invitation, two Chinese warships "shadowed" the allied countries' patrolling vessels.

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Most Affordable Travel Destinations For Backpackers In 2024: Enjoy Without Breaking The Bank

If you want to go backpacking this year, check out our list of most affordable travel destinations for backpackers.

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Key to a long life? Dr Pepper, says 101-year-old US army veteran

Eugene Peterson, retired sergeant major who served in both the Philippines and Vietnam, says soda is the secret to longevity

Evening Standard

Filipino fried chicken chain Jollibee sets sights on UK expansion

Jollibee said in its 2022 accounts that it has plans to “significantly increase” its UK presence by 2028

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