On the Arrest of an Autocrat
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Journalists, lawyers, clergy, and human rights activists persisted in the Philippines, even when hope for accountability seemed nonexistent.

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In Trending

It took a Nicolas Torre to haul Rodrigo Duterte to The Hague

Mindanaoan Torre is instrumental in the arrest of two high-profile suspects: ICC-charged Duterte and alleged trafficker Quiboloy — March 22, 2025

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More on Arrest of Former President Rodrigo Duterte

In Overseas Workers

NBI rescues 3 Filipinos from Cambodia scam farm

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Monday announced the rescue of three Filipino nationals who were forced to work as scammers while being — March 17, 2025

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In Climate Change

‘Philippines third most heat-impacted country in Asia’

The Philippines is the third most heat-impacted country in Asia, based on nonprofit Climate Central’s report. — March 19, 2025

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In Corruption

More food names found on OVP secret fund receipts: Kamote, Mango

Manila, Philippines — More names seemingly derived from food were found as “non-existent” recipients of confidential funds of Vice President Sara Duterte's office, according to a lawmaker. — March 17, 2025

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In Infrastructure & Urban Development

Today I Learned: Why are People Opposed to the P8-Billion Boracay-Caticlan Bridge Project

Stakeholders have raised serious concerns about the bridge even as the DPWH moves to open competitive bids for the project. — March 17, 2025