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There is no national gay marriage legislation in the pipeline in the US, however, numerous countries around the globe already recognize same-sex marriage or the right to civil unions. Here’s the breakdown by region.
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Philippines chief justice ousted by senators

According to Filipino senators, Chief Justice Renato Corona was voted out of his post Tuesday for not declaring millions of dollars in bank accounts.
Filipinos back government on China dispute, but want more diplomacy

While most Filipinos say that their government should not yield to to Chinese pressure in the South China Sea, others say that Manila could improve its diplomatic efforts to resolve the issue.
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Gay marriage laws around the globe

There is no national gay marriage legislation in the pipeline in the US, however, numerous countries around the globe already recognize same-sex marriage or the right to civil unions. Here’s the breakdown by region.
Leaning on US, Philippines boldly pushes back on China in sea dispute

The Philippines, a normally quiet claimant in South China Sea disputes, is mounting unusually bold resistance against China as it edges in on Manila’s maritime interests.
Terrorism & Security
China, Philippines dispute raises tensions in South China Sea

With tensions between China and its neighbors over the South China Sea already high, any disagreement runs the risk of becoming militarized.
Negros earthquake: President Aquino criticizes shoddy road building

Negros earthquake: President Aquino visited Negros province where an earthquake struck Monday. Dozens of people are still missing, perhaps buried in landslides caused by the 6.9 magnitude quake.
Pakistan captures accused plotter in 2002 Bali bombings

Umar Patek's presence in Pakistan raises new questions about ongoing collaboration between Southeast Asian Islamic militants and Al Qaeda.
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Manila bus bombing raises security threat

Though Philippine officials have downplayed the threat, Western embassies in Manila have reportedly been on high alert for months.
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In the Philippines, church and state row over family planning

In the Philippines, where the intersection between faith and politics has long shaped the country's development, the debate surrounding a family planning bill is pitting the president of the country against the influential Catholic Church.
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In Philippines, Benigno Aquino's political honeymoon intact at 100-day mark

Philippines President Benigno Aquino is enjoying an extended political honeymoon despite his government's bungled handling of a deadly bus hijacking and criticism he is moving too slowly on reforms.
Philippines massacre trial: a test for justice and accountability

The Philippines massacre trial resumed Wednesday in Manila. The trial of a mafia clan accused of killing 57 people last November was seen as the worst act of political violence there in decades.
Why the Philippines bus hostage crisis isn't over for President Aquino

Whether President Aquino takes action against government officials for their part in the Philippines bus hostage crisis will shape the country's international image.
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Hong Kong police inspect Philippines bus where Hong Kong hostages killed

Philippine authorities allowed the inspection amid increasing pressure to open a joint inquiry into the shootout between hijacker and police that killed eight Hong Kong hostages.
Philippines president vows 'someone will pay'

Philippines president Benigno Aquino III vowed Thursday that 'someone will pay' for the bus hostage crisis that killed Hong Kong tourists on Monday in Manila, Philippines.
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Hong Kong issues 'black alert' after deadly Manila hostage crisis

Hong Kong officials were critical of the handling of a deadly Manila hostage crisis that ended with the deaths of eight Chinese tourists in the Philippines. Hong Kong issues a black alert, its strongest warning, for Chinese tourists.
Benigno Aquino addresses Philippines, condemns Arroyo and corruption

Benigno Aquino on Monday delivered his first State of the Nation address as president of the Philippines. He accused his predecessor Goria Arroyo of corruption and financial squandering.
Philippines typhoon turns deadly and cuts off power

Philippines Typhoon Conson hit the island of Luzon, killing at least 11 with more than 50 people missing.
Philippines typhoon hits the country's east coast Tuesday

Philippines typhoon barreled toward the country's east coast Tuesday. Nineteen fishermen were reported missing, prompting flight and ferry cancellations, school closures, and warnings of floods and landslides.
Benigno Aquino inaugurated as Philippines president

Benigno Aquino III was inaugurated Wednesday after a solid win in May's Philippines election enshrined him as one of the country’s most popular leaders. A larger task will be to emerge from his parents' shadow.