Typhoon Mangkhut Reaches China As The Philippines Searches For Survivors
The fierce storm arrived in the Philippines early Saturday, then traveled through Hong Kong. At least 64 have been reported dead.
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Typhoon Mangkhut Kills At Least 12 As It Roars Through Philippines Towards Hong Kong
The storm is quickly approaching Hong Kong, where officials have warned residents to take shelter. Forecasts predict that the storm will weaken over land.
Super Typhoon Mangkhut Slams Into The Philippines
Officials and residents raced to prepare as the storm approached the northern part of the country. In 2013 typhoon Haiyan killed more than 6,000 people in the Philippines.
Divorce Is Prohibited In The Philippines, But Moves Are Underway To Legalize It
The Philippines is one of only two countries where divorce remains illegal. But a new bill permitting it has passed the House. A recent survey found 53 percent of Filipinos favor allowing divorce.
Philippine Lawyer Faces Death Threats After Filing Case At The Hague Against Duterte
Jude Sabio filed an International Criminal Court case against President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity in the war on drugs. "I'm afraid that I'll be killed at any time," Sabio says.
Viral 'Rescue' Videos Ignite Dispute Between Philippines And Kuwait
Kuwaitis did not appreciate the videos released online last week which purport to show Philippine Embassy staff "rescuing" Filipino domestic workers. Now, the countries are publicly trading barbs.
As Philippines Shuts Down A Popular Tourist Island, Residents Fear For Their Future
President Rodrigo Duterte called Boracay island a "cesspool." It draws 2 million visitors a year but isn't equipped to accommodate them. Residents agree there's a problem, but worry about losing jobs.
Philippines Orders Deportation Of Australian Activist Nun
Sister Patricia Fox has been given 30 days to get out of the country after she apparently joined protest rallies against controversial Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
A Push To Modernize Philippine Transport Threatens The Beloved Jeepney
The colorful, crowded vehicles are a cheap and popular form of public transport. But they also pollute the air. Jeepney drivers have been pushing back against government plans to phase them out.
Philippines' Duterte Mocks Condom Use Amid Skyrocketing HIV Rates
"Don't use condoms because they don't feel good," President Rodrigo Duterte suggested. The country's HIV infection rate has risen dramatically within the last decade.