Philippines
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worldPhilippines Defense Chief Urges Allies to Boost Military Spending
Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro backs US call for higher defense spending, stressing burden-sharing and military modernization.
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worldDuterte's ICC Trial Set for November 30 on Crimes Against Humanity Charges
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte faces trial at the ICC for murder, torture, and rape during his deadly war on drugs campaign.
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worldDuterte ICC Trial Set for November in Landmark Crimes Against Humanity Case
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will face trial at the ICC starting November 30 for his alleged role in the deadly war on drugs.
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worldPhilippines Building Collapse Traps Dozens Under Rubble
A nine-story building under construction collapsed in Angeles City, Philippines, leaving an estimated 30-40 people trapped.
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financePhilippine Central Bank Governor Signals Possible Off-Cycle Rate Hike
BSP Governor Eli Remolona hints at an off-cycle rate hike due to persistent inflation and supply shocks ahead of the June 18 meeting.
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techPhilippines Joins Pax Silica to Build 4,000-Acre AI Hub
The Philippines becomes the 13th member of Pax Silica, a US-led coalition, to develop an AI-native industrial zone in New Clark City.
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worldPhilippines Struggles as Rice Prices Surge Amid Fuel Crisis Fallout
Disruptions to fuel and fertilizer supplies from the Middle East conflict are driving up rice prices and living costs in the Philippines.
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worldPhilippine VP Sara Duterte Impeached a Second Time
The House votes to impeach Vice-President Sara Duterte again, threatening her 2028 presidential bid. The case now moves to the Senate for trial.