Manila
Typhoon causes major flooding in Philippine capital
Typhoon Vamco packed winds of up to 155 kilometres (96 miles) per hour as it swept across Luzon after making landfall overnight, with authorities warning of...
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Manila mall hostage-taker surrenders
The drama kicked off Monday morning when the suspect shot and wounded another security guard, who was rushed to hospital in stable condition, and barricaded the hostages in an office.
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Volcanic eruption threatens Philippines capital
Experts fear that hazardous explosive eruptions may be looming after the Taal volcano started spewing on Sunday. #Volcano #Philippines #TaalVolcano
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Small but dangerous: Volcano spews ash over Philippine capital
Thousands of people were evacuated from the area near Taal volcano after it suddenly shot a column of ash and steam as high as 15 km into the sky.
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Philippines' Manila airport to suspend operations due to typhoon - official
General manager Ed Monreal told reporters on Monday that the airlines and the Manila International Airport Authority decided to close the airport.
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Strong quake hits south Philippines, injuries reported
Terrified locals fled into the streets after the shallow quake, which the US Geological Survey said hit the island of Mindanao as schools and offices opened for the day.
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Enforcer of Philippine drug war defends police killing of toddler
Police said she was used as a human shield by her father, a suspected drug dealer who resisted arrest and opened fire. The girl’s mother has rejected that version of events.
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Thousands march against Duterte on International Women's Day
Protesters marched on Malacanang presidential palace chanting against Duterte, who has repeatedly made jokes about rape and said last year that when he was a teenager he indecently "touched" the family maid.
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Philippines holds referendum for Muslim autonomy in troubled south
Minority Muslims in the southern Philippines cast votes on Monday in a long-awaited referendum on autonomy.
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Philippines' top resort island Boracay may reopen in 4 months – minister
Boracay, which will be closed to local and foreign tourists from 26 April, has joined other beach resorts across Southeast Asia facing growing pressure due to a surge in visitors.
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Philippines' coast guard rescues 252 passengers from capsized ferry
A Philippine vessel capsized on Thursday because of bad weather, highlighting frequent boat accidents in the Southeast Asian nation that is composed of more than 7,000 islands.
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Philippines' Duterte ditches peace process with Maoist rebels
Ending the nearly half-century long conflict, in which more than 40,000 people have been killed, was among Duterte’s priorities since he took office in June last year.
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Philippines' Duterte offers to host 'world summit' on human rights
Critics dispute that and say executions are taking place with zero accountability, allegations the police reject.
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Philippines’ Duterte signs law granting free public college
Senator Franklin Drilon has said the measure would only require 20-25 billion pesos a year, much less than the economic managers’ estimate.
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Islamic state claims responsibility for Manila attack
A gunman burst into the Resorts World Manila entertainment complex, firing shots, setting gaming tables alight and killing at least 36 people.
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Shantytown fire leaves thousands homeless in Manila
Seven people were injured & 15,000 were left homeless when a massive fire swept through a crowded shantytown in Philippines.
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Miss Universe beauty pageant kicks off in Manila
Crowds packed the Mall of Asia Arena as each candidate showcased her swimsuits, evening gowns & national costumes.
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Millions of devotees in Philippines join Black Nazarene procession
The icon is believed to have healing powers, as it crawled through the narrow streets.
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Duterte opening economy to new players, tells oligarchs ‘I owe you nothing’
The outspoken, populist leader said it was high time to change regulations and liberalise sectors like energy.
