Philippines vice president threatens to have nation's president killed
Under the Philippine penal code, such public remarks may constitute a crime and can be punishable by a jail term and fine.
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Maria Ressa wins tax. case, speaks out
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Nobel Prize laureate journalist Maria Ressa acquitted of tax evasion
"Today, facts win" declared a defiant Ressa, who still faces other charges in a long-running legal battle with the government she calls "a brazen abuse of power."
Duterte on Putin: "I kill criminals, I don't kill children and the elderly"
Duterte, who openly calls Putin an idol and a friend, voiced his rebuke for the first time over Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Late dictator Ferdinand Marcos' son poised to win Philippine election
Ferdinand Marcos' 21-year rule was marked by a crackdown that left thousands imprisoned and his family extremely wealthy. Including his son, who's about to be elected president.
Late dictator Ferdinand Marcos' son poised to win Philippines election
For decades Marcos' pillaging of the country's wealth was considered established fact. Some Filipinos expect his son to hand out gold bars if he's elected.
WorldView: Anti-vax protest in Canada
Police in Canada's capital Ottawa have seized thousands of liters of fuel and removed an oil tanker as part of a crackdown to end an 11-day protest against COVID-19 measures. And the pandemic is slowing down the race to replace President Rodrigo Duterte in the Philippines. Correspondent Rylee Carlson joins "CBS News Mornings" with a roundup of international stories.
Late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos's son seeking presidency
Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. claims he'll unite a country still torn over his father's corruption and human rights abuses. His foes say he'll just try to cover them up.
WorldView: Harris' trip to Vietnam briefly delayed
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Philippine leader pardons U.S. Marine in transgender woman's murder
President Duterte's sudden intervention has infuriated the victim's family, and rights groups call it a "revolting" caving-in to "U.S. imperialist interests."
Critics fear Philippines could use COVID crisis to crack down on dissent
"In an environment of horrific rights abuses and impunity, the situation is bound to worsen," a human rights watchdog said.
Philippines Congress officially silences nation's biggest broadcaster
President Duterte's office denies any role in depriving ABS-CBN of its broadcast license, but he's threatened the network for years.
Maria Ressa to 60 Minutes last fall: Reporting in Philippines worse than a war zone
Last fall, Bill Whitaker profiled the acclaimed Filipino journalist, who is known for her critical coverage of President Rodrigo Duterte.
Journalist Maria Ressa convicted of "cyber libel" in Philippines
Ressa and Santos were hit with prison sentences of six months and one day to up to six years but can remain free on bail while they appeal the verdict.
Philippines anti-terror bill sparks protest boosted by Taylor Swift
Opponents say Rodrigo Duterte's government could use the vague legislation to silence dissent, and the U.S. pop star pointed people to a petition against it.
Senior Philippine cop's lockdown birthday bash draws outrage
Capital region police chief held a socially-non-distant gathering just a week after backing the arrest of volunteers for alleged lockdown violations.
Philippines' biggest TV network silenced after years feuding with Duterte
ABS-CBN, long embattled with the country's hardline president, has been forced off TV and radio airwaves after lawmakers let its license expire.
Philippines biggest broadcaster ordered off the air
After a protracted battle with hardline President Rodrigo Duterte, the Philippines' biggest network, ABS-CBN, has lost its license to broadcast on TV and radio. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has the story.
"Shoot them dead": Duterte orders police to kill Filipinos who defy coronavirus lockdown
"Do not challenge the government," he warned the nation Wednesday. "You will lose."
Philippine president threatens to shoot lockdown violators
After some people in the Philippines defied a coronavirus lockdown to protest a lack of food, the country's president, Rodrigo Duterte, took to the airwaves declaring that he will order the military to shoot troublemakers dead.
Poll: Global community doesn't trust Trump on foreign affairs
Despite little confidence in Trump globally, the U.S. is still viewed favorably around the world, according to a new poll
Two U.S. senators banned from visiting Philippines
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From the head of the country's biggest bank to a journalist speaking truth to power, take a look back at some memorable moments from Sunday's broadcast of 60 Minutes
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"How can you work effectively if you're facing 11 lawsuits?"
Maria Lourdes Sereno, a former judge in the Philippines and a critic of President Duterte, believes the government is targeting Maria Ressa because of her reporting.
Trump greeted by Newsom as he lands in L.A. for Palisades Fire tour
President Trump landed in L.A. Friday afternoon to tour damage from the deadly Palisades Fire.
Senate to vote on Hegseth confirmation as Democrats raise concerns
Pete Hegseth's Senate confirmation vote to be defense secretary is expected to take place Friday night.
Federal judge, prosecutors battle over Oath Keepers' access to Capitol
D.C. Judge Amit Mehta ordered Oath Keeper members who were convicted of Jan. 6 crimes but whose sentences were commuted by President Trump.
Hundreds of "illegal immigrant criminals" arrested, White House says
Hundreds of "illegal immigrant criminals" in the U.S. were arrested and hundreds more flown out of the country on military aircraft, the White House said.
Trump bans funding for groups that aid abortion overseas
President Trump signed an order reinstating what's known as the Mexico City Policy. Critics say it will cut funding essential for health care in developing nations.
Hope for 2nd hostage release as Hamas names IDF captives to be freed
Hamas has named 4 female Israeli soldiers it says will be freed as part of the second hostage-prisoner swap, as the Gaza ceasefire endures.
Target is ending its diversity goals
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Rubio orders freeze of new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign aid programs
The secretary of state's order made exceptions for military aid to Israel and Egypt.
Trump floats "getting rid of FEMA" in visits to North Carolina and California
The president said the Federal Emergency Management Agency has been too bureaucratic and slow in its response to disasters.
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Interior Department says Gulf of Mexico officially renamed Gulf of America
While the Gulf of America will be applied to federal references, other nations will not be required to recognize the name.
Federal judge, prosecutors battle over Oath Keepers' access to Capitol
D.C. Judge Amit Mehta ordered Oath Keeper members who were convicted of Jan. 6 crimes but whose sentences were commuted by President Trump.
TikTok-loaded phones are selling online after law blocks new downloads
Can't download TikTok on your phone? You can buy another one that already has the app on it.
Trump removes Anthony Fauci's federal security detail
Dr. Anthony Fauci is the latest in a string of former Trump aides-turned-critics to see their federal protection canceled despite ongoing threats to their lives.
Supreme Court to weigh approval for 1st publicly funded religious charter school
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TikTok-loaded phones are selling online after law blocks new downloads
Can't download TikTok on your phone? You can buy another one that already has the app on it.
Paying for Trump's tax cuts could lead to big changes for taxpayers
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Target is ending its diversity goals
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U.S. economic losses from natural disasters reach $218 billion in 2024
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Costco shareholders reject an anti-DEI measure from a conservative group
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Interior Department says Gulf of Mexico officially renamed Gulf of America
While the Gulf of America will be applied to federal references, other nations will not be required to recognize the name.
Trump bans funding for groups that aid abortion overseas
President Trump signed an order reinstating what's known as the Mexico City Policy. Critics say it will cut funding essential for health care in developing nations.
Rubio orders freeze of new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign aid programs
The secretary of state's order made exceptions for military aid to Israel and Egypt.
Federal judge, prosecutors battle over Oath Keepers' access to Capitol
D.C. Judge Amit Mehta ordered Oath Keeper members who were convicted of Jan. 6 crimes but whose sentences were commuted by President Trump.
Trump removes Anthony Fauci's federal security detail
Dr. Anthony Fauci is the latest in a string of former Trump aides-turned-critics to see their federal protection canceled despite ongoing threats to their lives.
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FDA pauses updates on foodborne outbreak probes
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Exerts debunk "autism detox" misinformation. Here's what to know.
"Autism detox" treatments, which include minerals like zeolite, are rising in popularity for promising to treat or reverse the diagnosis. Experts warn there is no science behind these claims.
WHO scales back hiring, travel as Trump's withdrawal set to hit funding
World Health Organization chief says agency already cutting back on hiring and travel with Trump withdrawal set to hit funding.
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Trump bans funding for groups that aid abortion overseas
President Trump signed an order reinstating what's known as the Mexico City Policy. Critics say it will cut funding essential for health care in developing nations.
Rubio orders freeze of new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign aid programs
The secretary of state's order made exceptions for military aid to Israel and Egypt.
What a U.S. exit from the WHO means for global health
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Hope for 2nd hostage release as Hamas names IDF captives to be freed
Hamas has named 4 female Israeli soldiers it says will be freed as part of the second hostage-prisoner swap, as the Gaza ceasefire endures.
"Narco-sub" breaks apart while being towed by fishing boat
Drug traffickers, especially from Colombia, have been caught using submarines to transport cocaine into Mexico, and from there into the U.S.
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Magician Elliot Zimet's illusions
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A$AP Rocky's trial starts
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Oscar nominees announced
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Performers announced for the 2025 Grammy Awards
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Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt sue L.A. over losing home in wildfire
Reality TV couple Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt are suing Los Angeles after losing their Pacific Palisades home in the wildfires tearing through Southern California in recent weeks.
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TikTok-loaded phones are selling online after law blocks new downloads
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New York proposes ban for phones in school
New York could soon join a growing list of states limiting cell phones in schools. If approved, the restrictions would go into effect at the start of next school year. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Why some users are suddenly following Trump
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Meta says it didn't force users to follow Trump on Facebook and Instagram
The company also said it was working to resolve an issue where some words, including "Democrats" and "Republican," were blocked from Instagram search.
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Climate scientist: "There's no place that's safe"
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Scientists make "jaw-dropping" discovery about Iron Age women in U.K.
Scientists analyzing 2,000-year-old DNA have revealed that a Celtic society in the southern U.K. during the Iron Age was centered around women, a study said.
SpaceX pushes Starship test flight back one day due to weather
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What to know about the pink fire retardant being dropped on L.A. wildfires
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When will cicadas come back in 2025?
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U.S. military cargo planes used to deport migrants
The Trump administration on Friday began flying detained undocumented immigrants out of the U.S. aboard military cargo planes. Several flights carrying dozens of migrants out of Texas and Arizona arrived in Guatemala. The White House called it the official start of Mr. Trump's long-promised mass deportation campaign. Nicole Sganga has the latest.
Arrest made in fatal shooting of U.S. Border Patrol agent
The FBI says it arrested a 21-year-old Washington state woman in the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont.
"Narco-sub" breaks apart while being towed by fishing boat
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Dark plan uncovered in Ivy League murder case
Newly engaged Yale graduate student Kevin Jiang was gunned down in New Haven, Connecticut after a minor fender bender in February 2021. But what appeared to be a possible case of road rage soon uncovered a complex plan to kill. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
Yale grad student killed in what investigators feared was a perfect murder
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Supersonic winds rage on planet over 500 light-years from Earth
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FAA orders investigation into SpaceX Starship failure
A fire in the aft section of SpaceX's Starship trigged the apparent explosion that destroyed the spacecraft, the company says.
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SpaceX's Starship spacecraft destroyed in mega rocket launch
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Details on Blue Origin launch of Glenn rocket
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Vietnam vet finds purpose as the "Honey-Do Dude"
After his retirement, and following the death of his wife, Danny Chauvin of Mississippi was looking for purpose. He had served in the Army in Vietnam and been treated for PTSD and depression, and knew he needed to keep busy. So, he posted a note to Facebook offering his services as a handyman, and everything changed. Steve Hartman has his story in "On the Road."
Trump targets FEMA amid wildfires
President Trump is traveling to natural disaster areas for his first official trip outside of Washington, D.C., since taking office earlier this week. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on Trump's plans for the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Hamas set to release more hostages
As part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal reached last week, Hamas is expected Saturday to release four hostages being held in Gaza in exchange for about 200 Palestinian detainees. Ramy Inocencio has more.
Pandas make their debut at D.C.'s National Zoo
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