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A Filipino woman in traditional garb prays during an Eid celebration at a public park in Manila, June 5, 2019.

Muslims in South, Southeast Asia Rejoice Over Eid

Millions gather for holiday that marks the end of the Ramadan fasting month.

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Fasting, Prayers Begin as Asian Muslims Mark Ramadan

For the next month, worshipers will refrain from eating and drinking during the daylight hours.
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Catholic Philippines Marks Good Friday with Crucifixions, Flagellation

In a long-held tradition, Filipino devotees reenact the life and passion of Christ.

Filipinas Rally, Denounce Duterte on International Women’s Day

Rallies take place in Manila and Baguio City to coincide with worldwide celebrations of women.
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Philippines: Ex-US Navy Seals join in Death March Commemoration

About 1,000 volunteers marched the 160-km route in Bataan province tied to a WWII defeat.
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Southeast Asian Chinese Ring In Year of the Pig

Biggest holiday for Chinese communities is believed to bring good luck.
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Malaysian Women Conquer Skyscrapers in Dangerous Job

BenarNews follows five female rope-access technicians during a day’s work high above Kuala Lumpur.
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