Political novice announced candidacy and shook up campaign with message that appeals to the nation's young and hopeful.
The charges against Arroyo allege that money was diverted from the a charity fund for her personal gain from 2008 to 2010.
The Philippine government and Muslim rebels have resumed talks in hopes of ending their decades-long conflict.
Negotiators from the Philippine government and the country's largest Muslim rebel group began a fresh round of peace talks in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.
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Attacks on Hindus lead to an odd development in a country where harsh blasphemy laws are primarily used against offenses to Islam.
Nation has the world's highest percentage of older people - but a U.N. report warns that its consequent problems will not be unique for long.
Mam Sonando was convicted and sentenced on four counts related to an alleged secessionist movement.
Yoshihiko Noda appointed 10 new ministers, saying the new lineup will tackle domestic and international issues.
Muslims suspected of ransacking a Hindu temple in southern Pakistan may be charged with blasphemy, police said Sunday.
