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Rodrigo Duterte was elected President of the Philippines in 2016. In his first 18 months in office, 12,000 people were murdered on the streets, gunned down by police officers and vigilante citizens - all with his encouragement. Duterte is a serial womanizer and a self-confessed killer, who has called both Barack Obama and Pope Francis "sons of whores." He is on record as saying he does not "give a shit" about human rights. Yet he is beloved of the 16.6 million Filipinos who voted for him, seen as vulgar but honest, a breath of fresh air, and an iconoclastic, anti-imperialist rebel.

Don't miss this brand-new WWII historical novel, perfect for fans of Anna Stuart and Daisy Wood. The Philippines, 1941. Rose Williams arrives in Manila on her first assignment as a US Army nurse, enthralled by the new environment and its promise of adventure. Although worlds away from the land...

Welcome to the "Philippine Crime Stories Podcast," where we delve into the captivating world of true crime, exploring both solved and unsolved cases that have left a mark on the Philippines and its Diaspora. Join us as we navigate through the intricate details of these gripping narratives, shedding light on the complexities of the criminal justice system, unraveling mysteries, and seeking justice for victims. From high-profile cases to lesser-known incidents, each episode will take you on a riveting journey through the dark underbelly of Philippine society, offering insight, intrigue, and ...

Die bekannte deutsche Schriftstellerin Brigitte Riebe skizziert in diesem historischen Kriminalroman die bewegende und tragische Lebensgeschichte von Philippine Welser. Als bürgerliche Tochter eines Kaufmanns aus Augsburg vermählt sich die junge Frau im 16. Jahrhundert heimlich mit dem Sohn des Kaisers Erzherzog Ferdinand II. von Habsburg. Das Paar behauptet lange seine Liebe ge­gen alle gesellschaftlichen Widerstände zu jener Zeit, doch dann stirbt Philippine unter damals rätselhaften Umständen.

Philippine Campfire Stories revives the art of storytelling with tales of myth, legend, and history from across the Philippines. This immersive podcast takes you on a journey through culture and curiosity, covering everything from aswangs and mythical creatures like duwendes and diwatas to historical mysteries. Perfect for fans of Filipino folklore, true mystery, and heritage storytelling.Thanks for tuning in! You can help support our podcast by doing the following:TAP the FOLLOW button and NOTIFICATION BELL here on SPOTIFY!RATE this podcast with 5 STARS! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐LET US KNOW YOUR ...