Troops repel mock beach assault in the Philippines amid South China Sea tensions
U.S., Filipino and Australian troops dug into beach dunes and unleashed a barrage of firepower — including high-powered rockets — during Balikatan training aimed this week at repelling an amphibious assault.
Aged liberators return to Manila to commemorate historic WWII battle’s 80th anniversary
A pair of U.S. veterans are headed home after one of the last visits to the Philippines by Americans who fought there during World War II.
WWII vets return to the Philippines 8 decades after Manila liberation
Two American veterans of World War II who fought to free the Philippines in 1945 are headed back to help mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Manila.
Art exhibit marks 80 years since the pivotal Battle of Manila during WWII
An art exhibit has opened at the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the battle to free the Philippine capital during World War II.
Manila rolls out red carpet for six world leaders
The city was set for an enthusiastic welcome Sunday for President Johnson and five other chiefs of state arriving for a 7-nation summit conference.
Warship carries relief goods to Philippines from Catholic mission
Mother Teresa's Missionary Sisters of Charity have much in common with the guided-missile destroyer USS Fife and other Navy ships.
Year in review: A look back at the top Pacific stories from 2002
1. Turmoil in South Korea