8 dead in Basilan clashes

ISABELA CITY – At least three army soldiers and five members of the former rebel group Moro Islamic Liberation Front were killed in fierce clashes that erupted in the southern Philippine province of Basilan, security officials said Thursday. 

Thousands flee as soldiers, MILF members clash in Basilan

ZAMBOANGA CITY – Thousands of civilians have fled their homes following fierce clashes between security forces and members of the former rebel group Moro Islamic Liberation Front in the southern Philippine province of Basilan.

Tweet sparks backlash

Veteran journo criticized for tweet about Mindanao

DAVAO CITY – Netizens continue to bash veteran freelance journalist Raisa Robles for her controversial tweet over the plan of incoming Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco to open Mindanao to tourism.