Tension soars as Chinese copter comes within 10 feet of Philippine plane
A Philippine plane warned a Chinese military helicopter over the South China Sea that it was "flying too close," as tension between the U.S. ally and Beijing soars.
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U.S. Marine from California among 4 killed in Philippines plane crash
Three defense contractors, who have not yet been identified, also died in the plane crash.
U.S. service member, 3 defense contractors killed in plane crash
Officials are investigating after a small plane crash in the Philippines left four dead.
Suspected Chinese underwater spy drone found by fishermen
Officials said the drone was not armed, but the police report listed "potential national security implications" as one significance of its recovery.
Philippines says it will buy U.S. Typhon missile system, angering China
The Philippines says it plans to buy the U.S. Typhon missile system as part of a push to secure its maritime interests, sparking warnings from China of a regional "arms race."
The Dish: Kuya Lord
Chef Lord Maynard Llera is bringing a taste of the Philippines to Los Angeles with his restaurant Kuya Lord. The cozy dining room belies a stellar reputation, and the menu focuses on food from the southern Tagalog region of the Philippines.
Tens of thousands of people evacuated as Philippines volcano erupts
The Philippines' Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.
American man likely killed by kidnappers in Philippines, police say
Philippine police say Elliot Eastman, American YouTuber kidnapped in October, likely died of gunshots sustained during his abduction in Zamboanga del Norte province.
U.S. slams China for hitting Philippine vessels with water cannons
China put "lives at risk" with the "unlawful use of water cannons" against Philippine vessels in the South China Sea, the U.S. ambassador in Manila says.
3 dead, dozens hospitalized after eating sea turtle stew
Under Philippine environmental protection laws, hunting or consuming sea turtles is illegal but they are still eaten as a traditional delicacy in some communities.
"Very unique" Russian submarine spotted in the South China Sea
The 243-foot-long vessel is armed with a missile system that has a range of 7,450 miles, according to Russia's state-run TASS news agency.
Remains of U.S. WWII airman identified after dying as prisoner of war
U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. 1st Class Bernard J. Calvi, 23, died in a prisoner of war camp in the Philippines during World War II.
Filipino artist connects with his "Lola" through collaborative watercolors
Many of us wish we could go back in time to ask our grandparents questions about their life, their family, and what it was like growing up, but Filipino artist Kenneth Tan didn't need a time machine.
American reportedly kidnapped in Philippines and shot in leg as he resisted
Police in the Philippines say they've launched a search after gunmen reportedly abducted an American national who was shot in the leg as he tried to resist.
U.S., Philippines launch war games after China's Taiwan drills
Thousands of U.S. and Filipino troops launched joint exercises as Taiwan detected a record 153 Chinese military aircraft around the self-ruled island.
Philippines, China clash could draw in U.S.
The U.S. could be drawn into a conflict between China and the Philippines that's been roiling the South China Sea.
Why China rammed a Philippine ship while 60 Minutes was on board
Chinese ships have repeatedly rammed Philippine ships in the South China Sea. The U.S. has a mutual defense treaty with the Philippines, which could lead to American intervention.
South China Sea conflict near Philippines could be next U.S.-China flashpoint
The U.S. could be drawn into a conflict between China and the Philippines that's been roiling the South China Sea.
Danger in the South China Sea | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Sunday on 60 Minutes: Cecilia Vega reports on what's been called "the most dangerous conflict no one is talking about:" growing tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea.
Filipino pastor wanted by U.S. for trafficking arrested, officials say
A Filipino pastor on the FBI's most wanted list for his alleged role in a trafficking scheme was arrested, officials in the Philippines said Sunday.
U.S. open to escorting Philippine ships amid clashes with China
American warships could escort Philippine vessels in the disputed South China Sea amid increasing confrontations with China, U.S. commander says.
Rising tensions in South China Sea
Tensions continued to escalate in the South China Sea this week with multiple collisions occurring between Coast Guard ships belonging to China and the Philippines, a key U.S. ally. For more on the situation, CBS News was joined by Greg Poling, senior fellow and the director of Southeast Asia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Pentagon invests in Asian partners as China flexes with Russia
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is making his 11th trip to the Indo-Pacific as secretary just days after Chinese and Russian bombers were intercepted for the first time ever off the coast of Alaska.
Philippines oil spill could be the worst in country's history
A vessel with roughly 370,000 gallons of industrial fuel on board capsized as a deadly typhoon slammed the Philippines, releasing miles of oil into the sea.
American POW accounted for 82 years after Bataan Death March
Murphy was one of tens of thousands of prisoners of war subjected to the Bataan Death March in the spring of 1942.
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