Marcos first made a name for himself in Philippine ... politics after her husband, a prominent opposition leader, was assassinated by the Marcos government. (photo: Robin Moyer/Getty Images ...

will always attempt to exert influence over the political dynasties, the running of the Philippine economy, the lifeblood of the country, and, by extension, the levers of government. Democracy and ...

A foul-mouthed former Philippine president who jailed political rivals, insulted the pope and claims to have hired “death squad” gangsters is running for re-election in his hometown in a desperate bid ...