Philippines Headlines
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:27:00 +0800WATCH: China Coast Guard vessel rams BFAR ship off Palawan
Watch the video of China’s latest harassment of a Philippine vessel.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:40:00 +0800At least 2 dead from school shooting in South Cotabato
The Department of Education confirmed on Friday, September 18, a reported shooting incident at Banga National High School in Banga, South Cotabato.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:07:00 +0800Philippines' media watchdog CMFR to close after 37 years
Post-EDSA press freedom watchdog ends 37 years of operations on Sept. 30.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:50:00 +0800What Philippines' aging population means, and what can be done
Fewer Filipinos are being born. What comes next?
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0800NCR police to deploy 15,700 for Sept. 21 protests
More than 15,700 police personnel will be deployed ahead of Sept. 21 protests.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0800Fact check: Viral Duterte video after ICC appearance is AI-generated
The video appears to show the ex-president thanking supporters and asking for prayers for Sara.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800More Pinoy couples use contraceptives – CPD
The number of Filipino couples engaging in family planning through the use of contraceptives is increasing, the Commission on Population and Development said.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Ridon, Tolosa ordered: Explain sub judice breach
The Senate impeachment court has ordered Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon and private prosecutor Benjamin Tolosa Jr. to explain their perceived violations of the court’s sub judice rule.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Evidence enough to convict VP, says prosecution
Documentary and testimonial evidence against impeached Vice President Sara Duterte are enough to convict her regardless of whether the conviction threshold is maintained or not, according to the prosecution team of the House of Representatives.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800Palace questions VP Sara’s capability to lead Philippines
Malacañang questioned the capability of Vice President Sara Duterte to lead the country after her camp claimed she is ready to succeed President Marcos.