Typhoon Phanfone: Philippine death toll rises to 28
(UTV|COLOMBO) – The number of people killed by a typhoon that battered the Philippines over the Christmas period has risen to 28, say officials. Typhoon...
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Gina Lopez, Philippine anti-mining advocate, dies aged 65
(UTV|COLOMBO) – Staunch eco-campaigner and former Philippine Environment Minister Gina Lopez has died at the age of 65. She was known for her strong stance against...
Senate woman MP who stood against Philippine President arrested
(UDHAYAM, MANILA) – Leila De Lima, the Philippine woman Senate representative who stood against the anti-drug fight of President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested today accused...
More than 150 inmates escape in Philippine prison break
(UDHAYAM, MANILA) – More than 150 inmates have escaped from a south Philippines prison after gunmen launched an attack. The authorities suspect the gunmen are...