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Philippine 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, 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, 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