Ferdinand Marcos' 21-year rule was marked by a crackdown that left thousands imprisoned and his family extremely wealthy. Including his son, who's about to be elected president.
WASHINGTON (AP) The Senate has voted to confirm Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of President John F. Kennedy, to serve as U.S. ambassador to Australia, and Philip Goldberg to serve as ambassador to South Korea.
MANILA, Philippines (AP) Heavy rains caused by a summer tropical depression killed at least 25 people in the central and southern Philippines, mostly due to landslides, officials said Monday.
MANILA, Philippines (AP) The death toll from landslides and floods that hit the central and southern Philippines after a summer tropical depression unleashed days of pounding rain has risen to at least 43, with 28 others missing, officials said Tuesday.