Two countries called “Philippines”
Prof. Luis V. Teodoro is a former dean of the University of the Philippines College of Mass Communication, where he teaches journalism. He writes political commentary for BusinessWorld.
Category Archives: Philippines
BOC files smuggling charges at DOJ vs 2 importers, customs brokers
Smuggling charges have been filed against two importers and customs brokers for gross undervaluation of millions worth of motorcycle shipments and large-scale agricultural products today by the Bureau of Customs . Charged at the Department of Justice were owners and customs brokers of Granstar Premiere Sports Corporation and Seven Myth Marketing.
US Navy says Chinaa s military buildup wona t stop patrols
A US Marine stands guard on the flight deck of the US aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier anchors off Manila, Philippines, for a five-day port call along with guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018. US forces are undeterred by China's military buildup on man-made islands in the South China Sea and will continue patrolling the strategic, disputed waters wherever "international law allows us," said a Navy officer aboard a mammoth US aircraft carrier brimming with F-18 fighter jets.
US Navy says China’s military buildup won’t stop patrols
A U.S. Marine stands guard on the flight deck of the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier anchors off Manila, Philippines, for a five-day port call along with guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018. Lt. Cmdr.
The Latest: Official says 37 feared dead in Philippine mall
The fire which still raging for hours now have trapped an undetermined number of people, fire officials said. . In this photo provided by Special Assistant to the President Christopher Bong Go, a fire rages at shopping mall in Davao city, the hometown of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, on... .
Another wartime wreckage found
The expedition crew of Research Vessel Petrel led by Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Paul G. Allen has documented the USS Ward in its final resting place near Ponson Island in Camotes, Cebu. The Allen-led expedition released the first underwater footage of the USS Ward - the American destroyer that fired the first shots in World War II at 6:45 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7, 1941, just before the attack on Pearl Harbor.
WWII destroyer found
Just days before Thursday's 76th anniversary of the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, marine researchers have found and explored the undersea wreckage of the U.S. ship that was the first to fire upon a Japanese vessel that day. On Nov. 30, the crew of the research vessel Petrel sent an underwater drone 650 feet below to explore and document the remnants of the USS Ward, according to a statement by the USS Ward Expedition.
Palace welcomes US P5.1-B support for Marawi rehab, war on terrorism, drugs
MalacaA ang said that President Duterte has earned the trust of United States President Donald Trump with the White House announcement that the US would pour in $101.3 million, or P5.1 billion, to support the initiatives of the Duterte administration. The White House announced, upon President Trump's return from his 12-day Asian swing , that the US government was pledging the amount to support the rehabilitation of Marawi City, the country's counter-terrorism efforts, and the administration's drug war.
The Latest: Trump hopeful on return of detained UCLA players
U.S. President Donald Trump arrive for a family photo during the ASEAN-U.S. 40th Anniversary commemorative Summit in Manila, Philippines, Monday, Nov. 13, 2017. . U.S. President Donald Trump, left, walks past Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as they arrive for a family photo during the ASEAN-U.S. 40th Anniversary commemorative Summit in Manila, Philippines, Monday, Nov. ... .
Trudeau should add killer Duterte to sanctions list
Justin Trudeau's Liberal government has used its so-called Magnitsky Act to impose sanctions on Russian and Venezuelan leaders accused of human rights violations. Politically, that's easy.
Trump to Meet Duterte as Ties Recover From Obama Dust-Up
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to sit down for a formal meeting with Rodrigo Duterte on Monday as ties warm a year after the Philippine leader cursed out Barack Obama and publicly pivoted toward China. Trump and Duterte shook hands Monday morning before a ceremony to open two days of meetings in Manila hosted by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Putin manipulating Trump with flattery, ex-director suggests
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. MANILA, Philippines - A day after being criticized by President Donald Trump, a former CIA director questioned whether Russian President Vladimir Putin was manipulating Trump with flattery during the president's lengthy trip to Asia.
Late prosecutor dropped from hazing case
The parents of hazing victim Horacio Tomas "Atio" Castillo III have decided to exclude one of the respondents in the hazing case who was found already deceased. Lawyer Lino Kapunan, one of the lawyers of the Atio's parents, has manifested before the Department of Justice to remove the name of late Cavite chief prosecutor Emmanuel Velasco as a respondent in the case.
Copies of Koran, boots and scarves all that remain in Philippine rebel leader’s lair
Prayer mats, chequered scarves, black fatigues, and bullet-ridden walls mark the hideout where the "emir" of Islamic State in Southeast Asia spent months preparing the most brazen and devastating militant attack in the region. People walk in front of a bullet-riddled apartment house in a residential area in Malutlut district, Marawi city, southern Philippines October 27, 2017, which was believed to have been rented by pro-Islamic State militant group leaders Isnilon Hapilon and Omar Maute before their battle in Marawi city.
A Victory Against ISIS in the Philippines Leaves a City Destroyed
Five months ago, a group of pro-ISIS militants attacked and took control of parts of the southern Philippine city of Marawi. More than 1,000 people have been killed in the siege that has raged since then, as Philippine government troops waged war against the pro-ISIS occupiers - local terrorist groups called the Maute Group and Abu Sayyaf.
US diplomat says US played key role in Marawi success
US Ambassador to the Philippines Sung Kim says the US military aided Philippine troops, who recently defeated Islamic State-style militants in the city of Marawi. He said the US shared intelligence and provided technical advice and equipment.
Girlfriend of Las Vegas killer says he left her in the dark
More dramatic mobile phone video is emerging of the terrifying moments when a gunman in the Mandalay Bay Hotel unleashed a hail of gunfire on a crowd enjoying a country music festival in Las Vegas, killing 59 and injuring more than 500 Sunday.
The Latest: FBI investigating shooter’s contacts
Antonette Mangrobang shows the travel records of Marilou Danley in Manila, Philippines on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017. Records showed Danley left the Philippines on Oct. 3.... .
The Latest: Girlfriend’s sisters say shooter sent her abroad
Antonette Mangrobang shows the travel records of Marilou Danley in Manila, Philippines on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017. Records showed Danley left the Philippines on Oct. 3.... .
FBI to interview Vegas gunman’s girlfriend
Antonette Mangrobang shows the travel records of Marilou Danley in Manila, Philippines on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017. Records showed Danley left the Philippines on Oct. 3.... .