Philippines Ex-President Rodrigo Duterte Returns, Calling Successor a Cocaine User
Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippines’ flamboyant former president, on Tuesday accused his successor Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of seeking dictatorial power, adding to an already bitter feud. President Duterte also threatened independence for his home island of Mindanao, which would take about a third of the Philippines’ territory. President-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos raises hands with Senate President […]
Philippines’ president congratulates pro-sovereignty Taiwanese election winner
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday congratulated Taiwan presidential election winner Lai Ching-de, looking forward to “close cooperation” and “strengthening mutual benefits” in a statement shared on social media. He said there was. Mr Marcos' congratulations are likely to be frowned upon by China, which claims the autonomous island as its own territory, which […]
Dwight Howard signs with team in Philippines after sexual assault lawsuit
Former NBA center Dwight Howard continues his basketball career overseas. The eight-time NBA All-Star will sign with Philippines-based Strong Group for the Dubai International Basketball Championship. According to Shams Charania of athletics and stadiums. The deal will continue through a two-week championship event starting on January 19th and ending on January 28th in the United […]