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As Christmas greetings made the rounds, so did quieter whispers of an unsettling rumor: that a major mining company shareholder is allegedly being groomed ...

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CHRISTMAS in the Philippines has always been a season of joy, resilience, and unshakeable hope. Even in the darkest years, we ...

WASHINGTON — From religious leaders and politicians to activists and scientists, the world said goodbye to a number of notable figures this year.