Tag: Philippines
Devastating fire destroys historic Manila Central Post Office
Status: 05/22/2023 08:06 a.m The historic main post office in the Philippine capital Manila was destroyed by fire overnight. The cause of the fire is still unclear. The building is…
Philippines: Iron against Beijing – politics
Last week, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. attested that his country, the Philippines, was “probably the most complicated geopolitical situation in the world at the moment”. And with it probably himself. President…
“MV Diamond Highway”: Beached ship catches fire in the Philippines
“MV Diamond Highway” Stranded ship catches fire in the Philippines The “MV Diamond Highway” caught fire during salvage work. photo © Uncredited/PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD/AP/dpa During a typhoon in 2021, the…
Military: Philippines accuses China of “aggressive tactics”.
Military Philippines accuses China of “aggressive tactics”. A Philippine Coast Guard vessel approaches some of the many suspected Chinese militia vessels at the reef claimed by the Philippines called the…
USA and Philippines start the largest joint military maneuvers to date
Almost 18,000 soldiers The USA and the Philippines are launching the largest joint military maneuvers to date – that’s what’s behind it Shoulder-to-shoulder: Maj. Gen. Eric Austin (right), U.S. Marine…
More than 17,000 soldiers involved: USA and Philippines start major military exercises
Status: 04/11/2023 11:05 a.m More than 17,000 soldiers are involved: The USA and the Philippines have started their largest joint military maneuvers to date. Shortly before, China had held a…
Accidents: Philippines: People drowned during Easter holiday
accidents Philippines: People drowned during Easter holiday People on a beach in the Philippines: The hotels and resorts were mostly fully booked during the Easter holidays (symbol image). photo ©…
Disaster: Philippines: Still missing after inferno on passenger ferry
bad luck Philippines: Still missing after inferno on passenger ferry After being rescued, survivors rest on shore. The burning ferry can be seen in the background. photo © Uncredited/PHILIPPINE COAST…
Philippines: Ship burned out – at least 31 dead
Status: 03/30/2023 11:22 a.m A fire has broken out on a Philippine ferry, surprising passengers as they sleep. Many jumped overboard in panic. At least 31 people could not save…
Philippines: At least 28 dead in passenger ferry fire
Philippines At least 28 dead in passenger ferry fire After the rescue, survivors rest on shore. The ferry is still on fire. photo © Uncredited/PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD/AP/dpa The cause of…