World May 30 Global aid group asks warring forces to respect its neutrality with 24 of its aid workers killed The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has asked state forces and combatants to respect its neutrality and work of delivering urgent humanitarian help to the most destitute in war zones.
World Nov 11 Chinese ships block, pursue Philippine vessels as U.S. renews warning it will defend its ally As a U.S. Navy surveillance plane flew in circles, keeping a close watch, dozens of Chinese coast guard and accompanying ships chased and encircled Philippine vessels in the latest confrontation in one of the most dangerous flashpoints in the South…
World Oct 02 Philippine leader Duterte announces retirement from politics “The overwhelming sentiment of the Filipino is that I’m not qualified, and it would be a violation of the constitution,” Duterte said. “I will follow what you wish, and today I announce my retirement from politics."…
World Jan 14 Philippine volcano trembles again and spews lava half-mile high The volcanic activity could portend a bigger and more dangerous eruption.
World Jan 13 Tens of thousands flee erupting volcano in Philippines Experts warned that the eruption could get worse and plans were being made to evacuate hundreds of thousands more.
World Sep 15 Powerful typhoon lashes Philippines, killing at least 12 Typhoon Mangkhut lashed the northern Philippines with destructive winds and heavy rain that set off landslides and destroyed homes on Saturday.