Upended expectations rippled through Philippine politics on May 12, 2025, when voters dealt a stunning blow to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.—his Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas won only ...

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will retain Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., who is among the most vocal critics of China in Asia, as Marcos presses on with ...

It’s a surprising campaign for a politician who has faced questions over his family’s alleged hidden wealth for decades. Read ...

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will retain Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., who is among the most vocal critics of China in Asia, as Marcos presses on with a midterm overhaul of his ...

The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte could face more delays and hurdles after several senators publicly expressed doubts about it. Duterte is accused of misusing her ...

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. takes part in a ceremony marking the country’s 127th Independence Day, Manila, Philippines, June 12, 2025. Credit: Facebook/Bongbong Marcos Philippine ...

The Philippines' electoral commission and watchdogs have told AFP it is "standard procedure" to destroy unused ballots after each election, contrary to false claims on social media that it was proof ...

Senate Minority Leader Vicente “Tito” Sotto III is the new president of the Senate, replacing Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero.