Philippines accuses China of using cyanide to poison South China Sea atoll
Officials warn cyanide could harm marine life and weaken the reef supporting a grounded warship.

Officials warn cyanide could harm marine life and weaken the reef supporting a grounded warship.



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Rising fuel prices are pushing more people to use public transport and prompting a four-day work week in Manila.
Victims of the Philippines’ drug war finally see a path to justice in The Hague.

Hundreds of activists filled the streets of New York City in protest of the Israeli-US war on Iran.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr urged to dismantle system of political dynasties said to breed culture of corruption.

In the Philippines, thousands of protesters clashed with police in Manila on the 40th anniversary of a popular uprising.
Rematch of 2015 bout to be streamed on Netflix and will be the first boxing event to be held at the Sphere in Las Vegas.

Human rights activists marched outside the ICC against the Philippines’ ex-President Rodrigo Duterte.
Duterte faces three counts of crimes against humanity allegedly committed during his time as president and Davao mayor.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has announced she will run for president in 2028.
Eight-division world champion Pacquiao will face former junior welterweight world champion Provodnikov on April 18.