A Remote Island Outpost that is Part of a Geopolitical Fight (Encore)
Tensions in the South China Sea escalate as China asserts claims over the disputed Spratly Islands.
What's behind escalating China-Philippines tensions in the South China Sea?
Philippine President Marcos calls for urgent negotiations on a South China Sea code of conduct amid increasing tensions and Chinese harassment.
Philippines pivots from battling militants to projecting power at sea
Philippine leaders are pivoting military focus from internal insurgency to external threats in the South China Sea after securing peace with rebels.
German warships visit the Philippines amid its South China Sea clashes after angering Beijing by sailing through the Taiwan Strait
Germany is reinforcing its commitment to a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific during tensions between China and the Philippines.
US ally says it expects America to intervene if China tries to take a rusting World War II warship in the South China Sea
US intervention is expected by the Philippines if China takes the BRP Sierra Madre warship, signaling a potential escalation in South China Sea tensions.
China is taking over the South China Sea, and the US isn't doing enough to stop it, experts say
The US has not supported the Philippines despite increasing Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, causing concerns over the effectiveness of the defense treaty.
A Remote Island Outpost that is Part of a Geopolitical Fight (Encore)
Tensions in the South China Sea escalate as China asserts claims over the disputed Spratly Islands.
What's behind escalating China-Philippines tensions in the South China Sea?
Philippine President Marcos calls for urgent negotiations on a South China Sea code of conduct amid increasing tensions and Chinese harassment.
Philippines pivots from battling militants to projecting power at sea
Philippine leaders are pivoting military focus from internal insurgency to external threats in the South China Sea after securing peace with rebels.
German warships visit the Philippines amid its South China Sea clashes after angering Beijing by sailing through the Taiwan Strait
Germany is reinforcing its commitment to a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific during tensions between China and the Philippines.
US ally says it expects America to intervene if China tries to take a rusting World War II warship in the South China Sea
US intervention is expected by the Philippines if China takes the BRP Sierra Madre warship, signaling a potential escalation in South China Sea tensions.
China is taking over the South China Sea, and the US isn't doing enough to stop it, experts say
The US has not supported the Philippines despite increasing Chinese aggression in the South China Sea, causing concerns over the effectiveness of the defense treaty.
The Philippines' vice president has publicly threatened to assassinate her boss and his wife
Vice President Sara Duterte made a public assassination threat against President Marcos, heightening tensions in their political alliance.
Philippine Vice President Duterte Threatens to Have President Marcos Killed
Sara Duterte publicly threatened to assassinate high-ranking officials if she were killed, escalating political tensions and security concerns in the Philippines.
Philippines VP Sara Duterte threatens Marcos assassination if she is killed
The Vice President of the Philippines made brazen threats against the President during a public briefing, escalating political tensions and raising security concerns.
Philippine Vice President Faces Impeachment Complaint Over Threatening the President
Sara Duterte faces impeachment over serious accusations, including death threats and corruption.
Philippines's Marcos vows to fight troubling' threat of VP Sara Duterte
Philippine President Marcos Jr. vows to combat threats against him and his family, highlighting the seriousness of assassination plots previously stated by Sara Duterte.
Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr's deputy vows to have him assassinated if she is killed
Sara Duterte publicly threatened to contract an assassin against President Marcos if she were killed, escalating political tensions in the Philippines.
The Philippines' vice president has publicly threatened to assassinate her boss and his wife
Vice President Sara Duterte made a public assassination threat against President Marcos, heightening tensions in their political alliance.
Philippine Vice President Duterte Threatens to Have President Marcos Killed
Sara Duterte publicly threatened to assassinate high-ranking officials if she were killed, escalating political tensions and security concerns in the Philippines.
Philippines VP Sara Duterte threatens Marcos assassination if she is killed
The Vice President of the Philippines made brazen threats against the President during a public briefing, escalating political tensions and raising security concerns.
Philippine Vice President Faces Impeachment Complaint Over Threatening the President
Sara Duterte faces impeachment over serious accusations, including death threats and corruption.
Philippines's Marcos vows to fight troubling' threat of VP Sara Duterte
Philippine President Marcos Jr. vows to combat threats against him and his family, highlighting the seriousness of assassination plots previously stated by Sara Duterte.
Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr's deputy vows to have him assassinated if she is killed
Sara Duterte publicly threatened to contract an assassin against President Marcos if she were killed, escalating political tensions in the Philippines.
The disturbing link between climate change and authoritarianism
Duterte exploited Typhoon Yolanda's aftermath for political gain, leading to significant shifts in governance and public safety in the Philippines.
Philippines President Slams Vice President's Assassination Plot
President Marcos Jr. addresses serious assassination threats made against him, emphasizing the need to tackle such criminal intentions.
Philippine authorities arrest church leader charged with sex trafficking
Apollo Quiboloy, former ally of Duterte, faces serious child sex trafficking charges amid significant police operations and allegations of U.S. conspiracy.
Rodrigo Duterte to run for mayor in southern Philippines stronghold
Duterte runs for Davao mayor to support his daughter's future presidential ambitions amidst political tensions and ongoing investigations.
Duterte Says He Takes Responsibility for Philippine Drug War
Duterte defends his war on drugs, insisting on his legal responsibility and lack of apologies for thousands of killings during his presidency.
The disturbing link between climate change and authoritarianism
Duterte exploited Typhoon Yolanda's aftermath for political gain, leading to significant shifts in governance and public safety in the Philippines.
Philippines President Slams Vice President's Assassination Plot
President Marcos Jr. addresses serious assassination threats made against him, emphasizing the need to tackle such criminal intentions.
Philippine authorities arrest church leader charged with sex trafficking
Apollo Quiboloy, former ally of Duterte, faces serious child sex trafficking charges amid significant police operations and allegations of U.S. conspiracy.
Rodrigo Duterte to run for mayor in southern Philippines stronghold
Duterte runs for Davao mayor to support his daughter's future presidential ambitions amidst political tensions and ongoing investigations.
Duterte Says He Takes Responsibility for Philippine Drug War
Duterte defends his war on drugs, insisting on his legal responsibility and lack of apologies for thousands of killings during his presidency.
Philippine president's security raised after VP death threat DW 11/23/2024
Vice President Duterte's assassination threat against President Marcos highlights severe political tensions and poses a significant national security risk.
Philippines and Indonesia reach deal to return Filipina death row convict
Mary Jane Veloso's return to the Philippines signifies the culmination of diplomatic efforts and highlights her tragic circumstances as a victim of exploitation.
Indonesia deports fugitive former mayor Alice Guo to Philippines
Alice Guo, a former mayor in the Philippines, was deported from Indonesia amid allegations of connections to crime syndicates and human trafficking investigations.
Philippines and Indonesia reach deal to return Filipina death row convict
Mary Jane Veloso's return to the Philippines signifies the culmination of diplomatic efforts and highlights her tragic circumstances as a victim of exploitation.
Indonesia deports fugitive former mayor Alice Guo to Philippines
Alice Guo, a former mayor in the Philippines, was deported from Indonesia amid allegations of connections to crime syndicates and human trafficking investigations.
Typhoon hammers Philippines, displacing 400,000 people
Typhoon Man-yi caused extensive damage in the Philippines, displacing hundreds of thousands and creating life-threatening conditions with powerful winds and tidal surges.
Philippines evacuates thousands as Super Typhoon Man-yi nears
Typhoon Man-yi poses severe risks, prompting mass evacuations and preparations for potentially catastrophic impacts in the Philippines.
Philippines: Mass evacuations as super typhoon approaches DW 11/16/2024
Super Typhoon Man-yi poses significant threats to the Philippines, arriving as the sixth major storm in a month amid increasing storm frequency due to climate change.
Tens of thousands flee as Super Typhoon Man-yi nears Philippines
Super Typhoon Man-yi is set to hit the Philippines, prompting mass evacuations due to severe weather conditions.
Typhoon Usagi wreaks havoc in Philippines as another storm approaches
The Philippines is recovering from Typhoon Usagi while preparing for the potential impact of Typhoon Man-yi.
Philippines: Deadly Typhoon Man-yi brings floods in its wake DW 11/18/2024
Super Typhoon Man-yi caused significant destruction in the Philippines, resulting in fatalities, extensive flooding, and the displacement of thousands.
Typhoon hammers Philippines, displacing 400,000 people
Typhoon Man-yi caused extensive damage in the Philippines, displacing hundreds of thousands and creating life-threatening conditions with powerful winds and tidal surges.
Philippines evacuates thousands as Super Typhoon Man-yi nears
Typhoon Man-yi poses severe risks, prompting mass evacuations and preparations for potentially catastrophic impacts in the Philippines.
Philippines: Mass evacuations as super typhoon approaches DW 11/16/2024
Super Typhoon Man-yi poses significant threats to the Philippines, arriving as the sixth major storm in a month amid increasing storm frequency due to climate change.
Tens of thousands flee as Super Typhoon Man-yi nears Philippines
Super Typhoon Man-yi is set to hit the Philippines, prompting mass evacuations due to severe weather conditions.
Typhoon Usagi wreaks havoc in Philippines as another storm approaches
The Philippines is recovering from Typhoon Usagi while preparing for the potential impact of Typhoon Man-yi.
Philippines: Deadly Typhoon Man-yi brings floods in its wake DW 11/18/2024
Super Typhoon Man-yi caused significant destruction in the Philippines, resulting in fatalities, extensive flooding, and the displacement of thousands.
Highest alert level raised as Philippines braces for Super Typhoon Usagi
The Philippines is facing Super Typhoon Usagi, prompting evacuations and warnings of severe damage and life-threatening tidal surges in coastal regions.
Super Typhoon Man-yi Barrels Toward the Philippines
Super Typhoon Man-yi poses a significant threat to the Philippines, with extreme winds and flooding expected, leading to mass evacuations.
Philippines set to be hit by fifth major storm in less than a month
The Philippines is preparing for Tropical Storm Usagi after Typhoon Toraji caused evacuations but limited damage.
Fifth storm in less than a month bears down on the Philippines
The Philippines faces new weather threats as Tropical Storm Usagi approaches after the evacuation efforts during Typhoon Toraji.
Highest alert level raised as Philippines braces for Super Typhoon Usagi
The Philippines is facing Super Typhoon Usagi, prompting evacuations and warnings of severe damage and life-threatening tidal surges in coastal regions.
Super Typhoon Man-yi Barrels Toward the Philippines
Super Typhoon Man-yi poses a significant threat to the Philippines, with extreme winds and flooding expected, leading to mass evacuations.
Philippines set to be hit by fifth major storm in less than a month
The Philippines is preparing for Tropical Storm Usagi after Typhoon Toraji caused evacuations but limited damage.
Fifth storm in less than a month bears down on the Philippines
The Philippines faces new weather threats as Tropical Storm Usagi approaches after the evacuation efforts during Typhoon Toraji.
More than 150 dead or missing from massive flooding and landslides in the Philippines
The Philippines faces extreme climate challenges, making it one of the world's most disaster-prone nations, exacerbated by migration to hazardous areas.
Shock of our lives': Philippines reels as five major storms strike in three weeks
The Philippines faces increased storm frequency and intensity, leaving families struggling to recover during an ongoing cycle of typhoons.
Battered by typhoons: Why aren't Philippine flood control projects working?
Manila invests heavily in flood control, but projects remain incomplete, contributing to ongoing challenges with severe flooding despite significant government spending.
More than 150 dead or missing from massive flooding and landslides in the Philippines
The Philippines faces extreme climate challenges, making it one of the world's most disaster-prone nations, exacerbated by migration to hazardous areas.
Shock of our lives': Philippines reels as five major storms strike in three weeks
The Philippines faces increased storm frequency and intensity, leaving families struggling to recover during an ongoing cycle of typhoons.
Battered by typhoons: Why aren't Philippine flood control projects working?
Manila invests heavily in flood control, but projects remain incomplete, contributing to ongoing challenges with severe flooding despite significant government spending.
Storm Blows Away From Northern Philippines Leaving 82 Dead But Forecasters Warn It May Do a U-Turn
Tropical Storm Trami has caused severe devastation in the Philippines, with significant loss of life and potential for continued danger from shifting weather patterns.
Series of Typhoons Raises Philippines' Risk of Landslides
The northern Philippines has faced multiple devastating typhoons, worsening the risk of landslides and affecting thousands of residents.
World Risk Report: Where are natural disasters most common? DW 09/09/2024
The Philippines ranks as the highest risk country for natural disasters, facing extreme weather and significant societal vulnerabilities.
Weather tracker: Philippines braced for landslides as fourth cyclone in three weeks hits
The northern Philippines is experiencing unprecedented cyclone activity, affecting recovery efforts severely.
Alumni Spotlight: Developing Tools for Humanitarian Action
Personal experiences in a disaster-prone area shaped Elaine Angeles' commitment to environmental science and policy, driving her to seek systemic improvements.
Storm Blows Away From Northern Philippines Leaving 82 Dead But Forecasters Warn It May Do a U-Turn
Tropical Storm Trami has caused severe devastation in the Philippines, with significant loss of life and potential for continued danger from shifting weather patterns.
Series of Typhoons Raises Philippines' Risk of Landslides
The northern Philippines has faced multiple devastating typhoons, worsening the risk of landslides and affecting thousands of residents.
World Risk Report: Where are natural disasters most common? DW 09/09/2024
The Philippines ranks as the highest risk country for natural disasters, facing extreme weather and significant societal vulnerabilities.
Weather tracker: Philippines braced for landslides as fourth cyclone in three weeks hits
The northern Philippines is experiencing unprecedented cyclone activity, affecting recovery efforts severely.
Alumni Spotlight: Developing Tools for Humanitarian Action
Personal experiences in a disaster-prone area shaped Elaine Angeles' commitment to environmental science and policy, driving her to seek systemic improvements.
Storm toll rises in Philippines as country reels from landslides, flooding
Tropical Storm Trami has devastated the Philippines, causing extensive loss of life, forcing evacuations, and damaging local communities in a record rainfall event.
At least 76 killed as Tropical Storm Trami batters the Philippines
Tropical Storm Trami has caused catastrophic flooding and landslides in the Philippines, displacing over 320,000 people and resulting in at least 76 deaths.
Typhoon Yinxing Approaches the Philippines as a Category 4 Storm
Philippines on high alert for storms with evacuation orders amid flood and landslide warnings.
Storm toll rises in Philippines as country reels from landslides, flooding
Tropical Storm Trami has devastated the Philippines, causing extensive loss of life, forcing evacuations, and damaging local communities in a record rainfall event.
At least 76 killed as Tropical Storm Trami batters the Philippines
Tropical Storm Trami has caused catastrophic flooding and landslides in the Philippines, displacing over 320,000 people and resulting in at least 76 deaths.
Typhoon Yinxing Approaches the Philippines as a Category 4 Storm
Philippines on high alert for storms with evacuation orders amid flood and landslide warnings.
Russia allegedly used DHL's Leipzig hub to send incendiary devices.
The Philippines is experiencing a growing movement to legalize divorce.
Ukrainian soldiers are preparing for an extremely difficult winter in the ongoing war.
In the Philippines, costly marriage annulments spur calls to allow divorce
The proposed divorce bill in the Philippines offers a much-needed alternative to the lengthy and expensive annulment process for couples seeking to separate.
Is divorce coming to the Philippines? DW 10/11/2024
The Philippines may soon legalize divorce, providing couples a way to end marriages under certain conditions.
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Russia allegedly used DHL's Leipzig hub to send incendiary devices.
The Philippines is experiencing a growing movement to legalize divorce.
Ukrainian soldiers are preparing for an extremely difficult winter in the ongoing war.
In the Philippines, costly marriage annulments spur calls to allow divorce
The proposed divorce bill in the Philippines offers a much-needed alternative to the lengthy and expensive annulment process for couples seeking to separate.
Is divorce coming to the Philippines? DW 10/11/2024
The Philippines may soon legalize divorce, providing couples a way to end marriages under certain conditions.
Nearly 200 Environmental Defenders Were Killed in 2023
Environmental activists in the Philippines face severe risks, including abduction and violence, due to their advocacy for displaced communities and environmental justice.
US Militarism Remains Front and Center for Many Filipino Voters in 2024
The increased U.S. military presence and aid in the Philippines is raising concerns about human rights violations and the suppression of dissent.
Nearly 200 Environmental Defenders Were Killed in 2023
Environmental activists in the Philippines face severe risks, including abduction and violence, due to their advocacy for displaced communities and environmental justice.
US Militarism Remains Front and Center for Many Filipino Voters in 2024
The increased U.S. military presence and aid in the Philippines is raising concerns about human rights violations and the suppression of dissent.
How a Philippine Televangelist Ended Up on the F.B.I.'s Most-Wanted List
Apollo Quiboloy, accused of sexual abuse and trafficking, has significant influence over followers and political figures, leading to extensive legal scrutiny.
Philippine president pledges no special treatment for celebrity pastor
Apollo Quiboloy surrendered to police amid serious charges, countering official arrest accounts, while President Marcos insists on no special treatment for him.
Philippine celebrity pastor arrested in human trafficking, sex crime case
Apollo Quiboloy, a Filipino preacher wanted for sex trafficking and abuse charges, was captured following a two-week manhunt.
Philippines preacher pleads not guilty to child abuse, trafficking charges
Two alleged victims of Apollo Quiboloy will testify against him, implicating him in serious charges of sex abuse and human trafficking.
Celebrity son of God' pastor surrenders to Philippines police after two-week manhunt
Apollo Quiboloy, a pastor under investigation for sex trafficking, has been arrested in the Philippines after a manhunt.
A Filipino preacher on the run from sexual abuse charges surrenders
Apollo Quiboloy surrendered to authorities amid serious allegations of sexual abuse and human trafficking after a police ultimatum.
How a Philippine Televangelist Ended Up on the F.B.I.'s Most-Wanted List
Apollo Quiboloy, accused of sexual abuse and trafficking, has significant influence over followers and political figures, leading to extensive legal scrutiny.
Philippine president pledges no special treatment for celebrity pastor
Apollo Quiboloy surrendered to police amid serious charges, countering official arrest accounts, while President Marcos insists on no special treatment for him.
Philippine celebrity pastor arrested in human trafficking, sex crime case
Apollo Quiboloy, a Filipino preacher wanted for sex trafficking and abuse charges, was captured following a two-week manhunt.
Philippines preacher pleads not guilty to child abuse, trafficking charges
Two alleged victims of Apollo Quiboloy will testify against him, implicating him in serious charges of sex abuse and human trafficking.
Celebrity son of God' pastor surrenders to Philippines police after two-week manhunt
Apollo Quiboloy, a pastor under investigation for sex trafficking, has been arrested in the Philippines after a manhunt.
A Filipino preacher on the run from sexual abuse charges surrenders
Apollo Quiboloy surrendered to authorities amid serious allegations of sexual abuse and human trafficking after a police ultimatum.
Who is Apollo Carreon Quiboloy, the pastor on the FBI Most Wanted List?
Pastor Apollo Quiboloy was arrested in the Philippines facing serious allegations including trafficking and child abuse, as well as U.S. federal charges.
Fugitive Televangelist Wanted by F.B.I. Is Caught in the Philippines
Quiboloy, a prominent evangelist, faces arrest and serious accusations involving human trafficking and child abuse, intensifying societal rifts in the Philippines.
Fugitive former mayor Alice Guo back in the Philippines to face Senate
Alice Guo, linked to Chinese organized crime, faced Senate investigation upon her return to the Philippines after fleeing due to alleged death threats.
Fugitive Ex-Mayor Whose Case Gripped the Philippines Is Arrested in Indonesia
Alice Guo, a former mayor in the Philippines, faces serious accusations of organized crime ties and misrepresentation of citizenship after her arrest in Indonesia.
Fugitive former mayor Alice Guo back in the Philippines to face Senate
Alice Guo, linked to Chinese organized crime, faced Senate investigation upon her return to the Philippines after fleeing due to alleged death threats.
Fugitive Ex-Mayor Whose Case Gripped the Philippines Is Arrested in Indonesia
Alice Guo, a former mayor in the Philippines, faces serious accusations of organized crime ties and misrepresentation of citizenship after her arrest in Indonesia.