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Philippines' Dream Island with a Magical Sandbar Bridge
Escape to a tropical paradise in the Philippines where a magical sandbar emerges at low tide, creating a breathtaking bridge to a pristine, uninhabited island. Your ultimate guide to visiting this hidden gem.
China's 'Sky Net' Hunts Hong Kong Activists Abroad
Hong Kong's exiled pro-democracy figures are being tracked globally by Chinese agents using advanced surveillance, raising fears for activists abroad and international tensions.
Philippine Senate summons UK envoy in disinformation row
The UK Ambassador to Manila, Laure Beaufils, has been formally called before the Philippine Senate to address explosive allegations of UK-funded 'disinformation' activities aimed at undermining the South-East Asian nation's government.
Super Typhoon Ragasa Aftermath: Philippines Devastation
Exclusive aerial footage shows catastrophic damage across Philippine communities as Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves trail of destruction, with rescue operations underway.
ICC Charges Duterte Over Drug War Crimes Against Humanity
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been formally charged by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity related to his bloody 'war on drugs', which claimed thousands of lives.
Chinese coastguard brandish knives at Filipino soldiers
Tensions escalate as Chinese coastguard personnel brandish knives and axes against Filipino troops in a disputed South China Sea atoll, raising alarms over Beijing's aggressive tactics.
Duterte Faces ICC Crimes Against Humanity Charges
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been formally charged with crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court over his deadly 'war on drugs' that left thousands dead.
Super Typhoon Ragasa Hits Philippines, Heads for Hong Kong
The Philippines reels from Super Typhoon Ragasa's fury, with catastrophic winds and torrential rain. The monster storm is now on a dangerous trajectory towards Hong Kong, prompting major alerts.
Dozens arrested after violent Manila palace protest clash
Philippine police have arrested dozens of protesters following a violent confrontation near the Malacañang Palace in Manila. Riot officers deployed water cannon and made arrests as demonstrations turned chaotic.
Manila Floods Spark Fury Over Government Corruption
Mass protests have erupted across the Philippines as citizens blame government corruption and mismanagement for catastrophic flooding that has paralysed the capital, Manila.
Super Typhoon Ragsasa Batters Philippines, Heads for China
Super Typhoon Ragsasa (Nando) unleashes torrential rains and fierce winds, triggering severe flooding, landslides, and widespread evacuations across Southeast Asia as it charts a course towards southern China.
Exclusive Footage: Inside a Colombian Narco-Submarine
Exclusive video evidence reveals the sophisticated, cramped, and perilous world of narco-submarines used by Colombian cartels to transport tonnes of cocaine across the ocean to global markets.
The Real-Life 'Candy Man' Doctor Who Hooked a Generation
The shocking true story of Dr. Robert Weitzel, the Utah paediatrician who prescribed millions of pills to teenagers in the 1970s, earning him the infamous nickname and sparking a national drug crisis.
Ressa: Americans Are "Deer in Headlights" Over Trump
Nobel laureate Maria Ressa delivers a stark warning to Jon Stewart about Donald Trump's threat to democracy and free speech, drawing parallels to her own battles in the Philippines.
Manila Braces for Massive Anti-Corruption Protests
Philippines capital prepares for significant demonstrations amid allegations of deep-rooted corruption in state infrastructure projects, sparking widespread public anger and calls for accountability.
Dad's Agony: Common Drug Destroyed My Son's Life
A grieving father's stark warning about a prescription drug's devastating effects as his son battles addiction. Exclusive investigation into the UK's growing dependency crisis.
School Bus Driver Fails Drug Test Before Child Pickup
A school bus driver in the UK was apprehended for speeding and subsequently failed a roadside drug test while en route to collect children. The incident has sparked major concerns over pupil safety and vetting procedures.
Chonky Flying Fox One Cyclone From Extinction
Exclusive: The future of the 'chonky' golden-crowned flying fox, one of the world's rarest bats, hangs in the balance as climate change intensifies tropical storms in its only Philippine habitat.
Philippines scraps national ID card after public backlash
The Philippine government has abruptly abandoned its controversial national identity card system, dubbed the 'Filipino Card', following intense opposition from the Catholic Church and widespread public protests over privacy and cost concerns.
War on Drugs Failed: New Plan for Fentanyl Crisis
A damning new report declares the decades-long War on Drugs a catastrophic failure, proposing a groundbreaking public health approach to tackle the devastating US fentanyl epidemic.
China Installs Barrier in Disputed South China Sea Shoal
The Philippines condemns China's 'illegal' installation of a 300-metre floating barrier in the disputed Scarborough Shoal, blocking Filipino fishermen and escalating regional tensions.
China Installs Barrier in Disputed South China Sea
The Philippines condemns China's latest 'floating barrier' installation in the disputed Scarborough Shoal, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing South China Sea territorial conflict.
SNP accused of 'abject failure' over Scotland's drug death crisis
The Scottish Government stands accused of 'abject failure' as drug-related deaths soar to devastating new heights, with experts branding the crisis a national emergency that demands immediate action.
Philippines Congress Moves to Outlaw Catholic Devotion
A controversial bill seeking to ban the popular Catholic 'Divine Mercy' devotion has sparked a major constitutional crisis in the Philippines, pitting Congress against the Senate and the influential Catholic Church.
Trump's Escalated Drug War: A Dangerous New Reality
Donald Trump's radical new drug war strategy threatens to turn a metaphorical failure into a devastating reality, risking global stability and human rights.
Trump: Use Navy to "Take Out" Drug Traffickers' Boats
In a radical speech, former President Donald Trump called for a military-style naval offensive against drug cartels, suggesting the US should 'go out and shoot' and 'take out the boats' in a controversial escalation of the war on drugs.
Glasgow: Europe's Drug Death Capital Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals Glasgow's grim status as Europe's drug death capital, with open-air drug use and discarded needles plaguing the city centre. Exclusive footage and expert insights expose a deepening public health emergency.
Scotland's drug deaths worst in Europe for seventh year
New figures reveal Scotland's drug death rate is more than double that of 2016 and triple the UK average, with Nicola Sturgeon's government facing fierce criticism over a public health emergency.