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Philippines commemorates 2016 South China Sea ruling rejected by Beijing

The Philippines has commemorated the anniversary of a 2016 arbitration ruling that invalidated China’s claims in the South China Sea

The Independent UK · Jul 10

Biggest typhoon in decades nears Taiwan after landslides kill 15 in Philippines

Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes Friday as Typhoon Bavi crawled towards Taiwan after having triggered deadly landslides in the Philippines. The tropical storm is the largest typhoon to hit Taiwan in more than three decades.

France 24 · Jul 10

A Japanese soldier stayed hidden in a Philippine jungle for 29 years because he believed World War II never ended

In March 1974, a gaunt, uniformed figure walked out of the jungle on Lubang Island in the Philippines and handed over his sword, ending a war that had, for him, never actually stopped. Hiroo Onoda was a Japanese army lieutenant who had been sent to Lubang late in the Second…

The Times of India · Jul 9

Sara Duterte: why is the Philippines vice-president facing an impeachment trial?

Duterte – the daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte – has previously denied charges against her

The Guardian - AU · Jul 6

Who Is Alex Eala? Facts About the Filipino Tennis Star's Family, Relationship, and Wimbledon Journey

Alex Eala's victory over Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon marks a historic achievement for Filipino tennis, showcasing her talent, resilience, and inspiring a new generation of athletes.

International Business Times UK · Jul 5

Falling oil prices give RBI more room to focus on growth, but relief uneven across Asia: Standard Chartered

Falling crude oil prices are providing a significant boost to India and other Asian nations, allowing central banks to prioritize economic growth. This "disinflationary relief" eases pressure on external accounts, especially for heavy energy importers like India, Thailand, and the Philippines. While some economies like South Korea may still face…

The Economic Times · Jul 5

India slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026, offers visa-free access to 26 destinations

India's passport has dropped to 125th globally in the 2026 rankings, offering visa-free access to only 26 destinations. This marks a decline from last year's position, placing it behind several nations including the Philippines and Morocco. While India outranks some South Asian neighbours like Nepal and Bangladesh, it still requires…

The Economic Times · Jul 5

Swiatek dumped out of Wimbledon by Eala, Serena withdraws from doubles

LONDON - Iga Swiatek's Wimbledon title defence was ended by the Philippines' Alexandra Eala in a third-round shock on Saturday, while "heartbroken" Serena Williams was forced to withdraw from the doubles tournament.

Bangkok Post · Jul 4

Alexandra Eala stuns Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek to make more history for the Philippines

The 21-year-old Eala came of age as she defeated champion Swiatek for the second time in her young career and reach the fourth round of a grand slam for the first time

The Independent UK · Jul 4

Why houses in the Philippines stand on wooden stilts to survive floods, typhoons and extreme heat

Long before concrete and steel arrived in the Philippines, Filipino communities had already worked out how to live comfortably in a hot, humid and flood-prone archipelago; they simply raised their houses off the ground. The bahay kubo, or nipa hut, is the clearest example, a small home built from bamboo,…

The Times of India · Jul 4