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Philippines' Duterte seen in person at International Criminal Court for first time
He is due to be tried for crimes against humanity over thousands of deaths linked to his war on drugs.
September 16, 2026Death toll from Philippines ferry fire climbs to 35, with dozens still missing
Access to the burnt-out boat has been slowed by toxic fumes and lingering heat, the country's coast guard says.
September 12, 2026Philippine rescuers board ferry 40 hours after blaze began
Thick, toxic fumes and extreme temperatures pose a challenge to rescuers who have boarded the ship.
September 11, 2026'People were trampling me': Philippine ferry fire survivor recalls narrow escape
A survivor has told the BBC of the chaos onboard as the ferry caught fire near the popular tourist spot of Coron.
September 10, 2026The volunteers risking their lives to defuse Indonesia's wildfire 'carbon bombs'
Peat fires in Borneo are releasing ancient stores of carbon - and sending a toxic smog across South East Asia.
September 6, 2026Holcim to sell Philippines unit to China's Huaxin in $807 million deal - Reuters
Holcim to sell Philippines unit to China's Huaxin in $807 million deal Reuters
August 2, 2026US, Japan join Philippines in South China Sea drills - Reuters
US, Japan join Philippines in South China Sea drills Reuters
July 26, 2026Smash hit: How Alex Eala's Wimbledon run made everyday Filipinos fall in love with tennis
Formerly the preserve of the rich, tennis is booming in the basketball- and boxing-obsessed country.
July 25, 2026China summons Philippine ambassador over South China Sea encounter - Reuters
China summons Philippine ambassador over South China Sea encounter Reuters
July 21, 2026Australia 'deeply frustrated' over Laos methanol poisoning charges
Media reports say Laos will press charges of up to one year in jail against those allegedly responsible.
July 17, 2026Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions - Reuters
Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions Reuters
June 11, 2026The rebels at the front line of Myanmar's civil war
The BBC’s Quentin Sommerville travels to Myanmar - without the permission of the authorities - to meet a group of rebel fighters.
June 9, 2026ICC prosecutor suspended pending wider vote on misconduct allegations - Reuters
ICC prosecutor suspended pending wider vote on misconduct allegations Reuters
June 8, 2026Earthquake of magnitude 8.2 strikes Mindanao, Philippines, GFZ says - Reuters
Earthquake of magnitude 8.2 strikes Mindanao, Philippines, GFZ says Reuters
June 7, 2026People trapped under collapsed building in Philippines
A search operation has so far rescued 24 people with no deaths reported at the site, in a city near the capital Manila.
May 24, 2026Philippine Supreme Court rejects bid to block arrest of senator wanted by ICC - Reuters
Philippine Supreme Court rejects bid to block arrest of senator wanted by ICC Reuters
May 20, 2026Philippine Senate in lockdown after gunshots fired
Police commandos entered the building where a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court had sought refuge.
May 13, 2026Gunshots ring out at Philippine Senate, people told to take cover - Reuters
Gunshots ring out at Philippine Senate, people told to take cover Reuters
May 13, 2026Ex-Philippine leader Duterte's drug war enforcer escapes ICC arrest
Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa, a former national police chief, has sought refuge in the senate.
May 12, 2026Philippines says China vessel conducting 'illegal' research near gas-rich Reed bank - Reuters
Philippines says China vessel conducting 'illegal' research near gas-rich Reed bank Reuters
May 7, 2026Philippines urges Myanmar to grant ASEAN envoy access to Aung San Suu Kyi - Reuters
Philippines urges Myanmar to grant ASEAN envoy access to Aung San Suu Kyi Reuters
May 6, 2026What do a teenager's clothes tell us about North Korea's future?
Analysts say the daughter of North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un is not just growing up - she’s being styled for succession.
May 5, 2026Stocks gain in Asia, oil flat amid new Gulf proposals - Reuters
Stocks gain in Asia, oil flat amid new Gulf proposals Reuters
May 4, 2026Why is China banning drone sales in Beijing?
The BBC's Laura Bicker looks into why China has tightened regulations on drones, with authorities citing public safety concerns.
April 30, 2026Saudi Arabia, Philippines to join JPMorgan emerging market bond index in 2027 - Reuters
Saudi Arabia, Philippines to join JPMorgan emerging market bond index in 2027 Reuters
April 23, 2026Philippines, US and allies start military exercises testing 'real‑world' readiness - Reuters
Philippines, US and allies start military exercises testing 'real‑world' readiness Reuters
April 20, 2026Conservative US town grapples with potential ICE detention centre
Residents from both political parties in Social Circle, Georgia, are rejecting a proposed plan by the Department of Homeland Security to transform an empty warehouse into a detention centre.
April 17, 2026Moment wolf on the run in South Korea is found
The escape of Neukgu, a two-year-old wolf, from a zoo in the city of Daejon captured national attention.
April 17, 2026Is Trump meeting the moment for US conservatives?
The BBC asked the president's supporters about Iran, the economy and immigration at the largest conservative gathering in the country.
April 16, 2026Frank Gardner: What is China's role in the Iran war?
BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the world's second-largest economy fits into the Gulf conflict.
April 15, 2026Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan's biggest arms opening since World War Two - Reuters
Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan's biggest arms opening since World War Two Reuters
April 15, 2026Philippines warns of 'sabotage' after cyanide seizure in disputed South China Sea atoll - Reuters
Philippines warns of 'sabotage' after cyanide seizure in disputed South China Sea atoll Reuters
April 13, 2026South Korea close to securing oil supplies from Kazakhstan, minister says - Reuters
South Korea close to securing oil supplies from Kazakhstan, minister says Reuters
April 12, 2026Everything you need to know about BTS's comeback tour
The megastars kick off their grandest tour, the largest in K-pop history, in Seoul on Thursday after a nearly four-year hiatus.
April 8, 2026BTS turned millions on to K-pop. But now it's caught between Korea and the world
It boils down to a single, loaded question: Is BTS straying from K-pop in trying to woo the world?
April 8, 2026Iranians form human chains at bridges and power plants
Tehran had urged people to gather outside potential US and Israeli targets after Donald Trump threatened to attack civilian infrastructure.
April 7, 2026Watch: Trump's shifting deadlines for ending Iran war
The BBC's chief international correspondent analyses the US President's latest White House address.
April 2, 2026Asia's migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war
Iran's strikes on Gulf states have been especially hard for migrants who have long supported these economies to lift their families back home from poverty.
March 31, 2026Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices
Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.
March 30, 2026'We are being choked': Philippines transport workers strike over fuel costs
It comes as a ship carrying barrels of Russian crude oil arrived in the Philippines earlier this week.
March 26, 2026Oil hits $100 a barrel despite deal to release record amount of reserves
It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.
March 12, 2026Pope Leo names former envoy to Duterte's Philippines as ambassador to US - Reuters
Pope Leo names former envoy to Duterte's Philippines as ambassador to US Reuters
March 7, 2026Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season - Reuters
Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season Reuters
March 5, 2026US nationals urged to leave Middle East as conflict spreads
The US State Department says Americans should "depart now via commercial means" as strikes continue.
March 3, 2026Stocks to watch as Trump's new tariffs spell more uncertainty - Reuters
Stocks to watch as Trump's new tariffs spell more uncertainty Reuters
February 23, 2026What's at stake as ICC judges hear charges against ex-Philippine president Duterte?
Duterte is accused of crimes against humanity during a long and bloody war on drugs in which thousands were killed.
February 23, 2026Katseye's Manon to take 'temporary hiatus' to focus on health
The six-person girl group say the decision was made following "open and thoughtful conversations together".
February 21, 2026