Time for ‘middle power’ diplomacy
Philippines can clearly become a middle power in its own right, especially if we elect competent and strategically-minded leaders
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Court allows Maria Ressa to travel to US to meet parents
She needs to return by Dec 2 and report to the court in writing, 24 hours after her arrival
Media groups condemn radioman’s slay in Davao
The reporter and volunteer anchor was shot six times at close range by gunmen who barged inside his apartment in Bansalan town
Philippines logs lowest new daily Covid-19 count since May 23
The Department of Health (DOH) reported 3,117 new COVID-19 cases on Monday. But the positivity rate remains high.
Can Marcos Jr. be disqualified for the upcoming elections?
Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently filed his certificate of candidacy for President in the May 2022 national elections.
Philippines retains ranking as 7th deadliest country for journalists in global index
Somalia remained the world’s worst country for unsolved killings, along with Syria, Iraq, Sudan and Afghanistan, based on the latest data.
Philippines to take heavy-polluting western countries to task in their climate financing commitments
The Philippines also launched its sustainable finance roadmap and guiding principles to ensure a steady stream of public and private financing for climate change mitigation.
Supreme Court asked to compel Philippines government action vs plastic pollution
Several studies have already singled out the Philippines as the largest contributor to plastic emissions in the world, emitting over 356,371 metric tons of mismanaged plastic…
Sara Duterte pushed Bongbong Marcos to run for president, says Imee
Senator Imee Marcos said her brother was hesitant to run for president as he did was not prepared.
Philippines back to low-risk status for COVID-19
With around 5,000 average daily cases reported last week, new Covid-19 infections have been on a decline at the national level and in most regions.