Ferdinand Marcos
Motorbike Assassins Shoot Dead Filipino Journalist in ‘Brazen’ Drive-By Ambush
The murder took place in the capital Manila, an especially bold act even in a country that ranks seventh most dangerous in the world for journalists.
Marcos Jr Is the New Philippines President. VP Sara Duterte May Be His Biggest Threat.
The country’s two most powerful families teamed up to take the top leadership posts. How long will their political ambitions allow them to work together?
Despair, Disbelief in the Philippines as Dictator’s Son Nears Presidency
Many fear for the country's future, as early results indicate the return to power of a family responsible for one of the Philippines' darkest periods.
A Dictator’s Son Faked His Family History. Now He Could Win the Presidency.
36 years since the Philippines ousted the dictator Ferdinand Marcos, his son and namesake is leading the race to become president.
Why Are Presidential Candidates in This Country Getting Tested for Cocaine?
When one candidate posted evidence of a clean drugs test, his rivals competing in the Philippine presidential race felt compelled to follow.
A Dictator’s Son and Duterte’s Daughter Team Up in a Bid To Rule the Philippines
A “tandem of the country's worst spoiled brats hailing from the worst political dynasties,” are frontrunners in the upcoming national elections.
Should Ferdinand Marcos’ Home Be a Tourist Attraction? One Mayor Thinks So.
The move comes as the powerful and wealthy Marcos clan enjoys an image rehabilitation in the Philippines.
What Ever Happened to Imelda Marcos’ 3,000 Pairs of Shoes?
If there’s one thing the world knows about the Philippines’ infamous First Lady, it’s that she can’t say “no” to a pair of shoes. But where are they now?
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Tough-On-Crime Mayor Rodrigo Duterte Is Definitely the Philippines' Next President
The tough-talking Duterte, mayor of Davao City in the south, campaigned on the single issue of crushing crime and now faces a daunting task of fixing infrastructure, creating jobs and reducing poverty.