New President is being widely criticized after new death toll reveals costs of his Philippine drug war
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New Philippine President Duterte Sworn In
Philippine President Duterte has taken over the office with expectations of major changes to come
Philippine Mayor Duterte Leads Presidential Voting
The latest exit polls show early lead for Philippine Mayor Duterte in crucial national vote
Opposition Figure Wins Philippine Presidential Run Approval
Senator Grace Poe wins in court to allow her Philippine Presidential run after much delay
A Resurgence in Nostalgia For Philippine Dictator Marcos
Why the current President found it necessary to once again denounce old Philippine Dictator Marcos
Pacquiao Senatorial Bid Moves Forward Despite Controversy
No pause for coming Pacquiao Senatorial election bid after loss of advertising deal over comments
What the Filipino Opposition Can Learn From Venezuela
With persistence and unity, the Filipino opposition can lead country towards democracy
Disqualification For Philippine Presidential Front-Runner
Residency requirement means Philippine Presidential Candidate Grace Poe could lose right to run
Marcos Son Announces Philippines Vice Presidential Bid
Philippines Vice Presidential Candidate Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr is ex-dictator’s son
Filipino Mobile Voting System Mulled For Overseas Citizens
Election turnout could get a boost if commission approves a new Filipino mobile voting system