WorldIs amnesty being used for 'kill list'?Lawyers and activists in the Philippines fear that drug users who sign up to the government's amnesty end up on so-called "kill lists".05 Oct 05:28 PM
WorldHow one man survived when a death squad came after himSince Rodrigo Duterte became president, at least 3,300 people have been killed.05 Oct 06:52 AM
WorldDuterte likens drug campaign to HitlerPhilippines President Rodrigo Duterte says he would like to "slaughter" millions of addicts just like Adolf Hitler "massacred" millions of Jewish people.30 Sep 04:52 AM
WorldDuterte previously 'Death Squad mayor'In the city of Davao, stories of Rodrigo Duterte's brutal rule haven't dimmed his popularity.28 Sep 08:39 PM
WorldHeinous acts: Aussie may face executionGRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: The Philippines may bring back the death penalty just to execute a child molester, Australian Peter Scully.22 Sep 06:41 PM
World'The Punisher' gives middle finger to EUThey say actions speak louder than words and it's pretty hard to misinterpret what Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte is conveying here.21 Sep 03:39 AM
WorldPlayboy baron's daughter executedThe daughter of an aristocrat with criminal ties to Australia is the latest casualty of The Punisher's death squads.19 Sep 08:02 PM
World'He knows what I'm capable of doing'Here's 'The Punisher' Rodrigo Duterte's right hand man. The Philippines' top cop, dubbed 'The Rock'. He's every bit as dangerous as the firebrand president.07 Sep 04:26 AM
New ZealandWoman admits 284 fraud chargesA Waikato woman was arrested in October and accused of creating fake CVs so that Filipinos could work in New Zealand.17 Aug 02:32 AM
TravelA love letter to the PhilippinesEat My Lunch founder Lisa King on the nation of smiling, singing people that first sparked her sense of injustice in the world.12 Aug 08:00 PM
TravelPhilippines: Far from the bobbing crowdFind a fisherman to drop you off at a secluded beach, writes Mauricio Olmedo-Perez.11 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldCampaign of killing could undermine democracyWhile the persona may have proved effective in the campaign, a real dictator, especially one with blood on his hands, is hardly what the Philippines needs.05 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldPunisher's shocking 'executive kill list'Philippine President Duterte has effectively signed death warrants of up to 50 drug-dealing officials as the street execution toll soars to 600.03 Aug 11:01 PM
WorldPrison where inmates take turns to sleepEye-opening images reveal the daily life of 3,800 inmates serving time behind the crowded walls of a notorious prison built for just 800.01 Aug 03:44 AM
WorldDuterte's national drug crackdownPhilippine President Rodrigo Duterte called on citizens to kill drug users and dealers. There have been horrific results. Warning: GRAPHIC IMAGES.28 Jul 03:09 AM
TravelThe many sides of ManilaThe vibrant capital of the Philippines has a rich history, and an exciting future.14 Jul 10:00 PM
WorldUN: China has no claim to Sth China SeaA UN-backed international tribunal has ruled that China has no "historic title" over waters or resources in the South China Sea.12 Jul 09:46 AM
OpinionJesus S. Domingo: Court decision will let us move onCOMMENT: It is comforting to hear that China respects and adheres to international law and seeks only peace.20 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldPresident who wants you to kill peopleHe won the Philippines presidency with a campaign to crush crime and corruption, but Rodrigo Duterte has effectively legalised murder.06 Jun 08:48 AM
WorldPI says 'Manila 12' is the real thingOver three months have passed since US$81 million ($120.7 million) was stolen in a cyber-heist from Bangladesh's central bank and sent to Manila.24 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I would give anything to have my wife back'Exclusive: Blessie Gotingco was raped and murdered on May 24, 2014. Today, for the first time, her husband of 30 years, Antonio, speaks about her life and loves - and her death.20 May 05:00 PM
AgribusinessNZ, Philippine ties stronger at 50NZ's relationship with the Philippines is in great shape and growing as the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations.16 May 09:20 PM
OpinionBarry Soper: Crazy politics around the worldCOMMENT: The formerly unheard of 71-year-old mayor jokes about wanting to gang rape a woman and vows to kill all drug addicts within six months of the Philippines' election.10 May 08:51 PM
AirlinesPhilippine Airlines: No worries about Air NZNew rival flights from Air New Zealand aren't worrying Philippine Airlines - more kiwis visiting the country will be good for tourism.25 Apr 05:33 AM
TravelPhilippines village suffocated by own fameA small village in the northern Philippines has been overwhelmed by the increase of tourists in recent years.24 Feb 09:38 PM
BusinessStrangled by success, a Philippine boomtown expands into the seaDavao city's reputation as one of the safest, vibrant and best-run cities in the country is drawing business people in the thousands.28 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandKiwi beauty queen flees PhilippinesA New Zealand beauty queen has pulled out of a pageant in the Philippines due to fears for her safety.24 Nov 12:15 AM
WorldKaty Perry songs calm protestersWith protesters at a summit meeting threatening violence it was time for the riot police to bring out their secret weapon - pop star Katy Perry.20 Nov 01:45 AM
New ZealandApec big shots take over ManilaJust a brief photo opportunity first, of the 21 leaders sitting at their round table before getting down to business at the Apec yesterday.19 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldSecurity tightens for ApecThe Philippines is vowing "higher security" for world leaders at an economic summit in Manila next week following the Paris terror attacks.14 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessCookie Bear on the way to Southeast AsiaThe Philippines owner of Griffin's is gearing up to expand the 150-year-old Kiwi biscuit brand into Southeast Asia.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandImmigrant workers forced homeCristobal Espinosa came to New Zealand from the Philippines last year to work on a dairy farm, but now he is worried about being sent back.12 Oct 04:00 PM
EconomyAsia should call truce on currency warAsian policy-makers need to understand that currency devaluations aren't a cure-all, writes Bloomberg columnist William Pesek.27 Aug 12:30 AM
