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Angeles City Building Collapse: 1 Dead, 24 Rescued as Workers Remain Trapped
A nine-story building under construction in Angeles City collapsed early Sunday, with one death confirmed, 24 rescued and workers still feared trapped.
Flood Probe Bombshell: Ombudsman Flags Lawmakers’ SALNs
The Ombudsman says irregularities were found in SALNs of lawmakers linked to the flood control project scandal.
Bato Manhunt Starts: DOJ Orders PNP, NBI to Enforce ICC Arrest
The DOJ says the PNP and NBI have been ordered to enforce the ICC arrest warrant against Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa.
Barbie Forteza Walkout Story Goes Viral: “Mutual Respect Tayo”
Barbie Forteza recalled walking out of a TV guesting after waiting despite arriving on time, saying the issue was mutual respect.
SC Says No TRO for Bato: ICC Arrest Threat Gets Real
The Supreme Court denied Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s plea for a TRO against his ICC arrest, while the main case remains unresolved.
Anti-Dynasty Bill Clears House Hurdle: Family Rule Ban Moves Closer
The House approved House Bill 8389 on second reading, moving an anti-political dynasty proposal closer while critics warn it may still leave loopholes.
Heat Index Alert: 40 PH Areas Hit Danger Zone, Bulacan Seen at 45°C
PAGASA says 40 Philippine areas may hit danger-level heat index on May 20, led by San Ildefonso, Bulacan at 45°C.
Davao Flood Alert: 358 Families Evacuate, 1 Dead After Heavy Rains
Heavy rains from the ITCZ and easterlies flooded Davao City, killing one person and forcing 358 families to evacuate.
Andrea Brillantes Confirms New BF, Shuts Down “Boy Crazy” Talk
Andrea Brillantes confirms her relationship with Pankie Capistrano and answers claims that she is “boy crazy.”
Fuel Price Hike Today: Gasoline, Diesel Up as Kerosene Gets Rollback
Gasoline and diesel prices rise today, while kerosene gets a rollback as the DOE keeps setting maximum fuel adjustments.
Jinggoy, Ex-DPWH Chief Face Plunder Heat in Flood Control Scandal
The DOJ recommended plunder, graft and bribery-related charges against Sen. Jinggoy Estrada, former DPWH chief Manuel Bonoan and others over the flood control scandal.
Food Price Shock Alert: PH Among Most Vulnerable If Global Costs Surge
Nomura ranked the Philippines 21st out of 110 economies in food price vulnerability, citing household spending, imports, energy, fertilizer and El Niño risks.
Peso Hits Record Low: PH Currency Closes at ₱61.75 vs Dollar
The Philippine peso closed at a record ₱61.75 against the US dollar, extending its historic slide amid oil-price and dollar pressure.