Karen Lema

Duterte to withdraw Philippines from ICC after 'outrageous attacks'

Duterte to withdraw Philippines from ICC after 'outrageous attacks'

Amnesty International called the withdrawal ‘misguided’ and ‘cowardly’.

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‘Are you a paedophile?’ Philippines' Duterte asks head of human rights agency

‘Are you a paedophile?’ Philippines' Duterte asks head of human rights agency

The Philippine president questions the agency's focus on teenage deaths in the state's war on drugs.

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I'll be harsh, Philippines' Duterte warns terrorists

I'll be harsh, Philippines' Duterte warns terrorists

Martial law on the island of Mindanao would remain in place for a year if necessary, says president.

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Philippines puts anti-drug ops on hold to tackle rogue police

Philippines puts anti-drug ops on hold to tackle rogue police

President Duterte estimates 40pct of police are corrupt, but critics dismiss suspension as PR stunt.

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Bank heist puts Philippines financial system at risk, says central bank

Bank heist puts Philippines financial system at risk, says central bank

US$81m was stolen by hackers from the NY Fed account of Bangladesh’s central bank.

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Rare pink diamond found among Imelda’s collection

Rare pink diamond found among Imelda’s collection

The government has asked auction houses to appraise her collection of rare stones.

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