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Philippines protests Presence of Chinese Floating Structures in Bajo de Masinloc

The Philippine government has lodged a diplomatic protest against China after authorities detected a floating structure inside Bajo de Masinloc, raising fresh concerns over Beijing's activities in the West Philippine Sea.

AFP Clarifies Status of 18 Marines in Flood Control Controversy

MANILA, Philippines—The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has clarified that the individuals popularly referred to as the “18 Marines” in the ongoing flood-control...

Lacson warns vs. Power Hungry Destabilzers Amid Senate Rift, Security Threat Reports

MANILA, Philippines— Senator Panfilo Lacson on Tuesday cautioned against groups seeking to exploit growing political tensions and public discontent, warning that “unscrupulous and power-hungry...

Magnitude 7.8 Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 37; LGUs on Red Alert

Magnitude 7.8 Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 37; LGUs on Red Alert GENERAL SANTOS CITY, Philippines — As of June 9, 2026, the death toll...

Mindanao Earthquake Death Toll Climbs as USGS Reports Severe Shaking Across Southern Philippines

Recovery operations continue after the magnitude 7.8 Mindanao earthquake that killed at least 35 people, injured hundreds, and displaced thousands. The USGS says more than 22 million people experienced moderate to severe ground shaking across southern Philippines.

The Philippines: A Changeless Land, Still

The current crisis in the Philippine Senate, marked by the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, violent confrontations inside the chamber, and a bitter...

Spurs Stay Alive: Wembanyama, Fox Power San Antonio Past Knicks in NBA Finals Game 3

The San Antonio Spurs avoided a 3-0 NBA Finals deficit after defeating the New York Knicks 113-108 in Game 3 at Madison Square Garden, powered by Victor Wembanyama's 32-point performance and De'Aaron Fox's late clutch shot.

A Perfect Storm Gathers on June 12 Independence Day: Will BBM survive?

There are moments in a nation’s history when seemingly unrelated events begin moving toward the same point. Political rivals who despise each other suddenly find themselves attacking the same government. Economic pressures begin piling up on top of political grievances. Public trust erodes while institutions struggle to maintain authority. What appears at first to be a series of isolated developments gradually reveals itself as a single, larger crisis.

Crisis at the Philippine Senate: National Security Risks and International Stakes

A crisis has once again engulfed the Philippine Senate. The declaration of vacancies in all leadership positions and the installation of Senator Sherwin Gatchalian...