Filipino government forces a TV network off air. Plus, COVID-19 is used as cover to stifle dissent in Hong Kong.
Philippines volcano threatens to erupt after causing devastation earlier in the week
More than 30,000 people are on the move in the Philippines on Tuesday morning as the threat of a new volcanic eruption grows after the Taal volcano erupted Sunday and is now spewing ash up to nine …
Philippines records 11 new coronavirus deaths, 214 more infections
The Philippines’ health ministry on Saturday reported 11 more coronavirus deaths and 214 additional infections.
Active volcano in the Philippines forces evacuations
Nearly half a million people in the Philippines are in harm’s way because of an active volcano about 40 miles south of the capital city of Manila. More than 16,000 in the immediate area have already …
Philippines’ COVID-19 cases at 12,305 with 214 new infections, 11 new deaths, 101 new recoveries
The Philippines on Saturday reported 214 new infections of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), bringing the natonwide tally to 12,305. According to the Department of Health (DOH), the number of …
LafargeHolcim’s deal to sell Philippines business collapses
LafargeHolcim’s deal to sell its Philippines business, valued at $2.15 billion, has failed after the country’s competition authority did not give approval in time.
Thousands forced to evacuate after volcano erupts in Philippines
The Taal Volcano has covered parts of the Philippines in ash, forcing thousands to evacuate. Experts say the worst is yet to come. CBS News Asia correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports.
Ambo makes 6th landfall as torrential rain, damaging winds batter Philippines
Tropical Storm Ambo, also known as Vongfong, made the sixth of numerous expected landfalls over the eastern Philippines on Friday.
Philippines’ Coronavirus Infections Top 12,000, Deaths Pass 800 Mark
A soldier wearing a face mask holds on his weapon as he guards an empty street following the lockdown imposed to contain the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Manila, Philippines, April 24, 2020.
Powerful Storm Forces Thousands From Homes In Virus-hit Philippines
Tens of thousands of people were forced into cramped shelters by the powerful storm pounding the Philippines on Friday, making social distancing nearly impossible as the nation battles the coronavirus …