Tillerson won’t label deaths in Duterte’s ‘war on drugs’ human rights violations

MANILA, Philippines—Rex Tillerson, the businessman US President-elect Donald J. Trump picked to be his State Secretary said on Wednesday that he won’t call the deaths in...

Filipinos trust US over China and Russia—Pulse Asia survey

MANILA, Philippines—A December 2016 survey conducted by public opinion polling body Pulse Asia showed that Filipinos trust the United States of America (USA) more than China...

NDP to unveil immigration proposals, respond to import of Trump policies

TORONTO—On Thursday, NDP Critic for Citizenship and Immigration, Jenny Kwan (Vancouver East) will announce new proposals to enhance Canada’s immigration system. Kwan will also respond to...

Pres. Duterte had ‘very intimate’ meeting with mayors

Pres. Duterte signs executive order for RH program implementation

MANILA –President Rodrigo Duterte signed an Executive Order aimed at ensuring that the government meet the needs of Filipino families for appropriate family planning support. The...

SC orders Sen. De Lima to respond on disbarment complaint

MANILA—The Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday directed former Justice Secretary and now Senator Leila de Lima to comment on the disbarment complaint filed by lawyer Fernando...

Cabinet picks must do more than Trump to avoid conflicts

WASHINGTON –President-elect Donald Trump and his pick for secretary of state, Rex Tillerson, have much in common. Both are wealthy, long-time business leaders with broad international...

Kerry to make final globe trotting trip as top US diplomat

WASHINGTON –John Kerry, the most travelled secretary of state in U.S. history, will make a final round-the-world trip before he steps down next week. Kerry will...

Duterte urges new appointees to serve with honesty, dedication

MANILA –President Rodrigo Duterte led on Monday the oathtaking of newly appointed government officials in Malacanang urging them to serve the people with integrity and dedication....

Graham urges Trump to defend democracy with Russia sanctions

WASHINGTON—A top Senate Republican is urging President-elect Donald Trump to defend democracy in the United States and around the world by punishing Russia for trying to...