Rappler's latest stories on Philippine Marines
Decapitated boatman found on Tawi-Tawi beach
Authorities suspect the dead man was Ruihan Yu, who tried to row across the Pacific Ocean by himself, and was last spotted in distress on November 27, 2019, near the Marshall Islands
President's surprise: Duterte gifts January celebrants among Marines P50,000 each
President Rodrigo Duterte promises a deadline for the gift: no later than January 15
LOOK: PH Marine Corps firing ranges prepped for SEA Games 2019 shooting meet
The firing ranges at Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, are renovated before the shooting competitions begin on Monday, December 2
WATCH: PH, U.S. marines hold live fire, air defense drills in Tarlac
Osprey aircraft, amphibious assault vehicles, and Howitzer guns rock the Crow Valley Gunnery Range as the two countries' marines engage in joint exercises
Marine commandant resigns amid rumored feud with Navy chief
Major General Alvin Parreño relinquishes his post 5 months before retiring and after a rift with Navy chief Vice Admiral Robert Empedrad, who had disagreed with a proposal to separate the Marines from the Navy
WATCH: New PH amphibious assets join U.S., Japan in military drills
The KAMANDAG 3 joint exercises between the Philippine and US marines marks a significant leap forward in the country's amphibious assault capability with the deployment of its brand new assets
No special treatment in transfer of De Lima witnesses to marine barracks – DOJ
(3rd UPDATE) Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra says he was informed of the proposal but didn't know it had been done
Tulfo brothers lose PNP, Marine security details
This comes as uniformed personnel fume at newsreader Erwin Tulfo for threatening to slap their comrade, Social Welfare Secretary Rolando Bautista
Another Abu Sayyaf leader surrenders in Basilan – WestMinCom
(UPDATED) Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana says the series of surrenders by Abu Sayyaf leaders signals the 'eventual collapse' of the terror group
Duterte in India, Gadon files complaint vs Sereno, PDEA requires body cameras | Evening wRap
Watch evening newscast with Rambo Talabong
UP marine scientists cite benefits of research with China
(UPDATED) Amid concerns raised by some sectors over Benham Rise, the UP Marine Science Institute clarifies the collaboration with China is part of a long-running international undertaking
China's 33-day permit to survey PH's eastern seaboard begins
The permit allows China to gather data on the ocean circulation in the Western Pacific, covering the 'eastern side of Luzon and Mindanao'
Gov't death toll in Marawi siege rises to 168
The latest confirmed fatality is Philippine Marine Private Alejandro Balean, who went missing during the fierce battle over the Mapandi Bridge on June 9, 2017
IN PHOTOS: Philippines Marines' 67th 'birthday' celebration
The Philippine Marine Corps honors the legacy of its fallen heroes on its 67th anniversary
Silence as PH marines pay tribute to fallen men on 67th year
The Philippine Marine Corps also celebrates the living heroes who led its operations not only in Marawi but in other conflict areas in the country
The week in photos: October 28-November 3, 2017
This week's selection of photo highlights here and around the world
IN PHOTOS: Heroes’ welcome for PH Navy’s Marawi contingent
The Marines fought fiercely to clear 3 critical bridges in the Marawi battle area, while the fleet patrolled Lake Lanao to make sure enemies could not escape and reinforcements were not able to go in
VIRAL: 3 Marines dance to nursery rhyme 'Baby Shark'
The video has over 130,000 views, almost 6,000 reactions, and 4,000 shares
12 terrorists, 1 Marine killed in intense gun battle in Marawi
The Marine is killed by an enemy sniper while 13 of his comrades are wounded by shrapnel from improvised explosive devices
Marawi battle area shrinks as troops enclose 3rd bridge
The war marks its 4th month on Saturday, September 23. At least 887 have died including 151 soldiers, 689 enemies, and 47 civilians.
Football for Peace continues to live up to its mission on 6th year
'We want to empower the children to become leaders someday,' says Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Cabanlet, founder of the Football for Peace Movement
Another PH Marines chief assigned to guard Scarborough, Benham
Major General Emmanuel Salamat assumes as head of the AFP s Northern Luzon Command Nolcom the unit responsible for the country s northernmost territory
Group to gov't: Punish Vietnamese fishermen for Palawan shark slaughter
We urge the government to take swift legal action against them to send a strong message that we will not let the rape of our Philippine seas continue says Save Philippine Seas Executive Director Anna Oposa
WATCH: The battle for Marawi's bridges
In a major triumph in the battlefield the Marines gain ground in one of 3 bridges that separate the safe zone from the battle area
Aklan town mourns death of Marine sniper in Marawi siege
Marine Sergeant Brian Tamboon s family will receive financial assistance from the municipal government of Malay the hero soldier s hometown
Duterte honors Marines killed in Marawi
In an arrival ceremony for the remains of the fallen Marines President Rodrigo Duterte expresses condolences to their grieving families
13 marines killed in Marawi's bloody Friday
UPDATED An officer is among those killed in Friday s fierce day long battle with terrorists in Marawi City Another 40 marines are wounded
BSP to probe cash, checks found in Marawi house
Experts from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas will scrutinize the money being linked to the Maute Group
Maute cash, Marawi clash, Gulf crisis | Midday wRap
Watch the midday newscast with Marguerite de Leon
Marines recover P52.2M cash in house occupied by Maute
Checks amounting to P27 million were also recovered
U.S. gives Philippines anti-terror weapons
The weapons are handed over at a ceremony in Manila that highlighted a decade old American counter terrorism assistance program to the Philippines worth about 150 million
Marines vs Maute, Rainy Season, Guterres | Midday wRap
Watch the midday newscast with Zak Yuson
PH, US marines link arms amid uncertainty
Philippine Marine commandant Andre Costales says their relationship with the US Marines has withstood the test of time but notes the importance of building the capabilities without external interventions
Marine general Balutan to head Bureau of Corrections
The Marine officer who testified against former president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo will be supervising the national prison
DOJ eyes maximum security prison on island
Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II says that for starters police commandos and Marines will man the security of the National Bilibid Prison
#PowerToProtectPH: Campaign to protect marine wildlife launched
The campaign called Their Future Our Future is set to release 5 one minute films each focusing on one iconic marine species alongside an interaction guideline delivered by the local communities
7 Marines hurt in Sulu blast
The troops are brought to Zamboanga City for treatment
Marine colonel, Chinese national arrested in drug raid
Authorities seize P320 million worth of shabu during a drug operation in Manila
Zamboanga, Batangas sanctuaries hailed best PH marine reserves
Over 200 marine reserves all over the country vied for the top spots They were judged based on sanctuary management ecological impacts and benefits to communities
Marines' Football for Peace brings hope to Southern Mindanao
In far flung Tawi Tawi the beautiful game is making a difference in a war torn region
US to act in a 'matter of hours' if PH sovereignty is challenged
The US and the Philippine Marines resume the annual Phiblex war games to simulate military and staff operations in the next 10 days
Peace one day: Celebrating cooperation and unity through football
The Peace One Day football cup will be held on September 26 at the Bonifacio Naval Station football grounds
Train like the Philippine Marines at Karera Lakas Pilipinas
Press release: Do you have what it takes to run and race alongside the Philippine Marines?
Meet creatures from the PH's top marine hotspot in this local exhibit
The Mind Museum s exhibit ‘A Glass of The Sea includes select footage from the CAS Verde Island Passage expedition
In Tawi-Tawi, football is a way to achieve dreams
Watch how football inspires the youth of a remote island village in Tawi Tawi
Is Tawi-Tawi ready for tourism?
Its residents are eager to shed the image of a conflict ridden province and introduce its beauty to tourists But is it advisable to visit Tawi Tawi?
IN PHOTOS: 12 'rare and new' species in Verde Island Passage
Meet spectacular sea slugs sea urchins and starfish that further affirm the Philippines reputation as a hotspot for marine biodiversity
PH is marine hotspot: Verde Island Passage yields 100 new species
Waters near party hotspot Puerto Galera reveal more than 100 new species of marine organisms the California Academy of Sciences says
Biggest US, PH war games a display of what 'bullies' may face
Balikatan 2015 kicks off in the backdrop of growing fears over China s reclamation in the South China Sea and the Supreme Court s delay in deciding the constitutionality of EDCA
