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Claire Castro

Claire Castro
The latest news and top stories on Claire Castro, the Undersecretary of the Presidential Communications Office of the Philippines since February 2025. A trial lawyer with a Master’s degree in law, she was a prominent media personality, radio host, TV presenter, and podcaster providing legal advice.
A Philippine coastguard vessel sails in disputed waters of the South China Sea during a maritime drill. Photo: EPA-EFE
The Philippines

Leaked letter spotlights Philippines’ South China Sea tug of war

The letter by Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro warns against public exchanges that could narrow the country’s ‘diplomatic space’.

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The Philippines

Twin impeachments a ‘stress test’ for Philippine institutional strength

The Philippines

Is Philippines being unfairly named in Australia’s Bondi Beach shooting?

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The Philippines

Can UN anti-corruption pact bring Zaldy Co back to Philippines?

The former lawmaker, who is facing charges linked to the Philippines’ flood control scandal, is suspected to have fled to Portugal.

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Fugitive Philippine lawmaker Zaldy Co (left) and President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr. Photo: Handout, AFP
The Philippines

Philippines’ first family says financial scrutiny welcome amid graft allegations

A spokesperson for the president said his family was open to lifestyle checks after questions emerged over funds sent to his son’s district.

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The Philippines

Why Russia is targeting the Philippines with Ukraine mercenary claims

As Moscow wages an information war far from the battlefields of Ukraine, an improbable front has opened up in Southeast Asia.

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The Philippines

Marcos family feud: Philippine president ‘microdoses’ cocaine, sister claims

Senator Imee Marcos’ explosive allegations of drug use and cover-up tactics against her own brother have deepened a bitter family feud.

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Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jnr and his sister Imee pictured during a wreath-laying ceremony to mark their late father’s 100th birthday in 2017. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Philippine military fires back as Duterte’s son takes potshot at US ties

Paolo Duterte’s claims of the military ‘showing off for America’ are aimed at undermining the current administration, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Unrest in Philippine military? Ire of old guard could spell trouble for Marcos

Insider sources said the retired generals met top brass to urge them to abandon the president ahead of the mass corruption protests.

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The Philippines

Who was behind violence at anti-corruption protests in the Philippines?

The protests in Manila and across the Philippines on Sunday were triggered by anger over corruption linked to flood control projects.

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Philippine police shield themselves during clashes with anti-corruption protesters in Manila on Sunday. Photo: AP
The Philippines

‘Going to war’: Philippines’ transport chief slams his ride in overcrowded bus

Giovanni Lopez has ordered his officials to use public transport once a week and let them experience the daily ordeal of commuters.

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Acting Philippine Transport Secretary Giovanni Lopez attempting to catch a bus in Manila on Monday. Photo: Facebook/Department of Transportation - Philippines
The Philippines

‘Red alert’: Philippines gripped by coup rumours before anti-corruption protests

The defence department and the military have warned against ‘futile’ attempts suggesting ‘unconstitutional’ interventions.

The Philippines

Will lifestyle checks on Philippine agencies stem flood corruption?

Analysts say while such lifestyle checks are a step in the right direction, they may not be as effective in uncovering the depth of corruption.

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The Philippines

‘Silent epidemic’: how online gambling is ravaging Filipinos’ lives

As addiction to online gambling grows, rehabilitation groups in the Philippines are urging the government to act – before it’s too late.

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A game of roulette being played on a smartphone. The Philippines raked in gross gaming revenue of US$7 billion last year. Photo: Getty Images
The Philippines

Disinformation and deepfakes drive growing partisan divide in the Philippines

Experts say low digital literacy, high social media use and eroding trust make the Philippines fertile ground for fake political content.

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A photo illustration taken in Hong Kong on June 20 shows a person holding two mobile phones with two viral AI-generated videos of students and an old woman voicing their opinions on the impeachment of Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte. Days after the Philippine Senate declined to launch the impeachment trial of the country’s vice-president, two interviews with Filipinos arguing for and against the move went viral. Neither were real. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Sack of bones, Duterte drug war add to growing Philippine cock fighters mystery

Three sacks pulled from Taal Lake as justice secretary notes ‘intersection’ in drug war operations and cock fighters’ deaths.

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Philippines summons Chinese ambassador over travel ban on former senator

Manila said the ban on ex-senate majority leader Francis Tolentino was ‘inconsistent with the norms of mutual respect’ between countries.

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‘A national crisis’: why Philippines is still struggling to legalise divorce

Lawmakers have been trying to pass a divorce law since 2005, but continue to face resistance in the Catholic-majority country.

Pro-divorce protesters take part in a demonstration in front of the Senate Building in Pasay, Metro Manila. Photo: AFP
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