manila

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Tensions between Manila and Beijing have escalated sharply in recent years.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Arnedo said he booked a round trip to Manila this summer for about 2,000 Canadian dollars, or the equivalent of roughly $1,438, in late January.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Close to 2,000 Filipino workers and their dependents were flown back to Manila as of 23 March, according to the government.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

An AFP journalist on Thursday saw the Sara Sky at anchor in Limay port just outside Manila, where the Petron refinery is located.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Civille had a salad, followed by risotto with Prince Edward Island mussels and Manila clams, finished with squid ink.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell