Safety ruling clears Philippines to add US flights

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — American aviation authorities clearedPhilippine airlines to increase flights to the United States after safety standards improved and the European … FULL STORY

2 Abu Sayyaf militants killed in Philippine raid

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Police commandos stormed a southern Philippine hideout of suspected Abu Sayyaf extremists blamed for kidnappings and extortion, triggering a firefight … FULL STORY

'Running priest' in Philippines campaigns for poor

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — As the band of protesters approached a red stoplight, a cry went up from the priest leading them: "Run! Run! Run!" The Rev. Robert Reyes jogged out … FULL STORY

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Pacquiao: Vindicated and victorious

Defeats Bradley by unanimous decision, avenges controversial 2012 loss LAS VEGAS – Manny Pacquiao is back. The Filipino superstar has reclaimed the WBO welterweight championship, defeating Timothy … FULL STORY

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First Fil-Am elected to Sierra Madre City Council

LOS ANGELES - On April 8, Rachelle Arizmendi became the first non-white and first Filipino-American member of the Sierra Madre City Council. Arizmendi edged out re-electionist Gene Goss and … FULL STORY