Author: Aie Balagtas See

Deaths (Fatalities)Ferries Fires and Firefighters Manila (Philippines)Maritime Accidents and Safety Philippines Rescues

September 10, 2026 Aie Balagtas See

At Least 35 Dead, Dozens Missing After Ferry Fire in the Philippines

The June Aster was sailing from Manila to Coron, a popular tourist destination, when a fire broke out aboard the vessel.

Bribery and Kickbacks Ethics and Official Misconduct Floods Marcos, Ferdinand Jr Philippines Politics and Government

September 7, 2026 Aie Balagtas See

Philippines Lawmaker, Cousin of Marcos, Charged With Taking Kickbacks

A cousin of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was charged with plundering public funds meant for flood control in the Southeast Asian country. He has denied wrongdoing.

Corruption (Institutional)Duterte, Sara Ethics and Official Misconduct Impeachment Marcos, Ferdinand Jr Philippines Politics and Government Threats and Threatening Messages Vice Presidents and Vice Presidency (US)

September 4, 2026 Aie Balagtas See

Philippines’ Vice President Faces Arrest Over Assassination Threats

A court issued a warrant for Sara Duterte, who is accused of having threatened President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and two of his relatives.