Storm said to be strongest in world this year to hit region still recovering from earthquake
the Philippines
The Biggest Storm in the World This Year Is Headed for the Philippines
Friday morning landfall expected for Super Typhoon Haiyan
Anonymous Steps Up Hacking Attacks in South East Asia
After targeting Singapore, the hacker collective turns its attention to the Philippines
Historic Landmarks Reduced to Rubble by The Philippines Quake
Damage to colonial-era heritage a serious cultural aftershock for the country
7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks The Philippines
At least ninety-three people dead but no threat of a tsunami to follow in the Pacific region
Why the Conflict in the Southern Philippines Is Far From Over
The roots of conflict in the Philippines’ restive south run deep
Philippines: Hostage Police Chief Persuades 23 Separatist Insurgents to Surrender
The 10-day battle for the southern city of Zamboanga is winding down, with the city’s port and airport slowly resuming operations
Philippine Rebels Still Hold 100 Hostages as Clashes Intensify
Government forces have recaptured most of the areas in Zamboanga City held by MNLF-rebels, but civilian hostages make further advancements problematic
Philippine Troops Gain Ground Against Separatist Rebels in Zamboanga
Area of clashes contained, but heavy fighting continues, displacing 70,000 people
The Embattled Filipino South
Since Monday morning, Filipino troops and members of the MNLF guerrilla have been engaged in a violent standoff in the southern city of Zamboanga, displacing over 24,000 civilians and trapping thousands more behind the line of …
Philippine Troops Clash with Muslim Rebels in Southern City of Zamboanga
In the vast southern Philippine island of Mindanao, deadly clashes between Philippine government forces and fighters from a separatist outfit, reportedly holding dozens of hostages, continue to rage.
Calls for U.N. Mediation After Separatist Rebels Attack Second Philippine Town
Situation growing desperate for civilians trapped behind the frontline
Philippines’ ‘Pork Barrel’ Graft Probe Has Lawmakers Squealing
Public protests against rampant culture of political corruption are gathering momentum