[2026-08-05 09:00 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [In This Economy] Ano ang pakinabang mo sa mga ipinangako sa SONA 2026?

Snippet: Raphael Reyes/Rappler

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/in-this-economy-will-life-improve-filipino-families-after-sona-2026/

[2026-08-05 08:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Signal No. 2  raised over 6 Luzon areas as Maymay intensifies into storm —Pagasa

Snippet: Six Luzon areas have been placed under Signal No. 2 as Maymay intensified into a tropical storm, state weather bureau Pagasa said in its severe weather bulletin early Wednesday morning.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/signal-no-2-raised-over-6-luzon-areas-as-maymay-intensifies-into-storm-pagasa/2398558

[2026-08-05 08:35 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Slow-moving Maymay intensifies into tropical storm

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/weather/tropical-storm-maymay-southwest-monsoon-update-pagasa-forecast-august-5-2026-5am/

[2026-08-05 07:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Castro: Lacson won't compromise Taguig flood control probe

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Claire Castro believes that Sen. Panfilo Lacson would not "compromise" his goal to investigate questionable flood control projects in Taguig City just to improve his relations with Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/castro-lacson-wont-compromise-taguig-flood-control-probe/2398528

[2026-08-05 05:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: AFP says West PH Sea issue should tap Filipinos’ patriotism, not division

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday said the issue of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) should be a “unifying factor” among all Filipinos that should elicit unequivocal patriotism and nationalism amid dissenting opinions on Chinese aggression in the disputed waters.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/afp-says-west-ph-sea-issue-should-tap-filipinos-patriotism-not-division/2398389

[2026-08-05 05:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Teodoro files bill to strengthen DRMM workers' protection, benefits

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Marikina First District Rep. Marcy Teodoro has filed a bill seeking to establish a Magna Carta for public disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) workers, saying disaster responders deserve stronger legal protection, better compensation, and greater job security amid the country's growing vulnerability to natural hazards.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/national/teodoro-files-bill-to-strengthen-drmm-workers-protection-benefits/2398383

[2026-08-05 04:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Comelec okays including sworn declaration on conflict of interest in CoC

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) approved including a sworn declaration on conflict of interest in certificates of candidacy (CoC).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/national/comelec-okays-including-sworn-declaration-on-conflict-of-interest-in-coc/2398379

[2026-08-05 04:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Private prosecutor calls Duterte’s use of confidential funds a 'scam'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Veteran lawyer and private counsel for the House prosecution panel Atty. Lorna Kapunan on Tuesday, described the alleged misuse of Vice President Sara Duterte’s P612.5 million in confidential funds as a “scam against the people,” citing audit findings that questioned whether the funds were used for their declared purposes and supported by documentary evidence.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/private-prosecutor-calls-dutertes-use-of-confidential-funds-a-scam/2398354

[2026-08-05 03:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Hontiveros pushes for party-list reforms to balance sectoral, ideological representation

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Tuesday pushed for the passage of Senate Bill 2090, which seeks to repeal Republic Act 7941 or the Party-list System Act.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/news/hontiveros-pushes-for-party-list-reforms-to-balance-sectoral-ideological-representation/2398347

[2026-08-05 03:10 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Rappler

Title: LPA off La Union now Tropical Depression Maymay

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/weather/tropical-depression-maymay-southwest-monsoon-update-pagasa-forecast-august-4-2026-11pm/

[2026-08-05 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: What goes up must come down

Snippet: AS we wrote in an editorial last week, the announcement of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. during his 5th State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27 that the Philippines would pursue the establishment of a space launch facility, is a pleasantly surprising ambition, and one that could pay huge dividends to the country.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/opinion/editorial/what-goes-up-must-come-down/2398188

[2026-08-05 02:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala surges to No. 20 in WTA  rankings

Snippet: PHILIPPINE sensation Alexandra "Alex" Eala surged to the top 20 of the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) official rankings following her 500 Mubadala D.C. Open conquest in Washington early Tuesday in Manila.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/sports/alex-eala-surges-to-no-20-in-wta-rankings/2397787

[2026-08-05 02:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PH Blu Girls eye Asian Games podium

Snippet: THE Philippine women’s national softball team is shifting its focus to the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, after a solid fifth-place finish in Group B of the 2027 Women’s Softball World Cup.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/sports/ph-blu-girls-eye-asian-games-podium/2397785

[2026-08-05 02:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Where Europe’s craftsmanship meets Philippine shores

Snippet: LUXURY is often defined by location. True luxury, however, is defined by what endures — heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless design.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/tmt-newswire/where-europes-craftsmanship-meets-philippine-shores/2397856

[2026-08-05 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Aero Gymnastics Asian tilt unfolds in Tagaytay

Snippet: AMID the cool, captivating and renewing scenery of Tagaytay City, lively, dynamic and energetic action unfolds starting Wednesday with the colorful opening ceremony of the 10th Aero Gymnastics Asian Championships presented by the Philippine Sports Commission at the Tagaytay CT Velodrome.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/sports/aero-gymnastics-asian-tilt-unfolds-in-tagaytay/2397773

[2026-08-05 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PlayTime Entertainment is Tribal Ink, Art, Music Festival co-presenter

Snippet: PLAYTIME Entertainment has officially partnered with Tribal Ink, Art and Music Festival 2026 as the event’s co-presenter, marking the beginning of a collaboration that celebrates Filipino music, creativity, and culture while delivering unforgettable entertainment experiences to festival-goers.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/tmt-newswire/playtime-entertainment-is-tribal-ink-art-music-festival-co-presenter/2397804

[2026-08-05 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eyes on the street: Preventing crime through natural surveillance

Snippet: NO matter where you go in Metro Manila, you will inevitably encounter a security guard — whether in the mall, in a restaurant, or even in the lobby of your own condo or apartment. Have you ever wondered why there are so many of them?

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/opinion/columns/eyes-on-the-street-preventing-crime-through-natural-surveillance/2398167

[2026-08-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu trade fair showcases local products

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/regions/cebu-trade-fair-showcases-local-products/2397999

[2026-08-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Online threat disrupts classes in Cebu town

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/regions/online-threat-disrupts-classes-in-cebu-town/2398002

[2026-08-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Rice stocks down, corn up in July

Snippet: THE country’s rice stocks declined while corn stocks rose as of July, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/the-sunday-times/rice-stocks-down-corn-up-in-july/2398539

[2026-08-05 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Competition watchdog clears ABC Energy-Alternergy deal

Snippet: THE Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) on Tuesday said that it had cleared ABC Energy Inc.'s acquisition of a 40-percent stake in two wind projects owned by Alternergy Wind Holdings Corp., with the deal unlikely to significantly lessen competition in the energy sector.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/05/the-sunday-times/competition-watchdog-clears-abc-energy-alternergy-deal/2398540

[2026-08-05 01:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NLEX downs TNT, stretches streak to 6

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — NLEX stretched its perfect winning start at six after holding off TNT, 88-83 in their PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup match on Wednesday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/sports/nlex-downs-tnt-stretches-streak-to-6/2398289

[2026-08-05 00:24 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Comelec lists new areas of concern for BARMM polls

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — One area in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) was newly tagged under the Red category, while two others were downgraded from Red to other categories ahead of the first parliamentary elections, according to the Commission on Elections (Comelec).

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/483439/comelec-lists-new-areas-of-concern-for-barmm-polls/

[2026-08-04 23:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Aeta band redefining Philippine music scene

Snippet: BOTOLAN, ZAMBALES – From the humble municipality of Botolan in Zambales emerges a band whose journey is defined by perseverance, passion and pride in their heritage.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/regions/aeta-band-redefining-philippine-music-scene/2398189

[2026-08-04 23:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: San Juan rebounds with rout of Negros in MPBL

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The San Juan Knights hit high gear in the second half and proceeded to rout the Negros Hacienderos, 120-96, on Tuesday and rebound in the SportsPlus MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) at the Ynares Center Montalban in Rizal Province.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/sports/san-juan-rebounds-with-rout-of-negros-in-mpbl/2398080

[2026-08-04 23:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PBA: Titan Ultra survives gritty Macau

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Titan Ultra led by as many as 29 points but had to hold off Macau’s blazing second half rally to pull off a 132-128 payback win in their PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup on Tuesday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/sports/pba-titan-ultra-survives-gritty-macau/2398079

[2026-08-04 22:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: BBC News

Title: 'Most exciting player' Eala shows 'Filipino heart' to make history

Snippet: Alexandra Eala had a tough route to the title, having to defeat Elina Svitolina, Naomi Osaka and Jessica Pegula

Read full article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/articles/cjwx9y96x90o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

[2026-08-04 22:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Erice: Filipinos paying price for Marcos admin’s political infighting, unmet promises

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Caloocan 2nd District Rep. Edgar “Egay” Erice on Tuesday said Filipinos are paying the price for political infighting and unfulfilled promises, saying President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s pledge of national unity has given way to divisions while many campaign commitments remain unmet.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/erice-filipinos-paying-price-for-marcos-admins-political-infighting-unmet-promises/2398056

[2026-08-04 22:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Poblacion shooting kills mother, wounds daughter

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A shooting in Makati City on Monday (August 3) claimed the life of a 63-year-old mother and left her 26-year-old daughter wounded, the Southern Police District (SPD) said Tuesday (August 4).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/poblacion-shooting-kills-mother-wounds-daughter/2398053

[2026-08-04 22:45 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Sara Duterte trial: On Day 12, prosecution tries to tell a tale of accountability

Snippet: QUESTIONS. Prosecution lawyer Lornan Kapunan questions former state auditor Roderick Wamil during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 4, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/sara-duterte-trial-prosecution-narrative-accountability/

[2026-08-04 22:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 11 senators file resolution honoring Eala

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Eleven senators have so far filed resolutions honoring Filipino tennis star Alex Eala on her historic win at the Mubadala DC Open.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/11-senators-file-resolution-honoring-eala/2398048

[2026-08-04 22:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Proud Philippines honors Alex Eala

Snippet: (UPDATE) MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos stayed way past midnight on Tuesday to watch the resumption of a Women Tennis Association (WTA) 500 finals match between local tennis sensation Alex Eala and the world No. 3 and tournament top seed Jessica Pegula. And they were not disappointed.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/proud-philippines-honors-alex-eala/2398048

[2026-08-04 22:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Defense rejects Kapunan's 'scam' remark on OVP confidential funds

Snippet: The defense team of Vice President Sara Duterte on Aug. 4, 2026 pushes back against prosecution counsel Lorna Kapunan's description of the Office of the Vice President's confidential funds as a 'scam,' calling the remark a mischaracterization of the evidence presented before the Senate impeachment court. Defense spokesman Michael Wesley Poa said Kapunan's statement went beyond the testimony of former Commission on Audit Intelligence and Confidential Funds Audit Office auditor Roderick Wamil, who was discussing an Audit Observation Memorandum (AOM)

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/videos/watch-defense-rejects-kapunans-scam-remark-on-ovp-confidential-funds/2397988

[2026-08-04 22:15 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Comelec cancels Moro Ako Party registration for 2026 BARMM polls

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has canceled the registration and accreditation of Moro Ako Party as a regional parliamentary political party (RPPP) for the first Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) over alleged misrepresentation.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/483432/comelec-cancels-moro-ako-party-registration-for-2026-barmm-polls/

[2026-08-04 22:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Chinese warships monitored anew on WPS

Snippet: After China’s false claims of having conducted naval drills in Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirms monitoring Chinese warships last July 31 and Aug. 1, 2026. Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, AFP spokesman for the West Philippine Sea on Aug. 4 confirmed sighting five warships, one replenishment ship, two hovercrafts, two helicopters and an unidentified number of fighter aircraft.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/videos/watch-chinese-warships-monitored-anew-on-wps/2397902

[2026-08-04 22:04 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: From ‘scam’ to ‘Andy Lim’: Lorna Kapunan’s impeachment trial masterclass

Snippet: KAPUNAN. Private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan questions state auditor Roderick Wamil during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 3, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/lorna-kapunan-impeachment-direct-examination/

[2026-08-04 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Duterte is an accountable officer behind questioned confidential funds — COA auditor

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/videos/duterte-is-an-accountable-officer-behind-questioned-confidential-funds-coa-auditor/2397888

[2026-08-04 21:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: AFP: West Philippine Sea should be 'unifying call' for Filipinos

Snippet: Armed Forces of the Philippines says the West Philippine Sea should be a 'unifying call' for all Filipinos, should not be political and fiercely supports the belief that all Filipinos should uphold rights to the Philippines’ maritime domain.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/videos/watch-afp-west-philippine-sea-should-be-unifying-call-for-filipinos/2397892

[2026-08-04 21:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Parts of Luzon, Visayas to experience LPA-induced rains — Pagasa

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Parts of Luzon and Visayas will continue to experience heavy rainfall due to the presence of a low pressure area (LPA) outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), according to state weather bureau Pagasa.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/parts-of-luzon-visayas-to-experience-lpa-induced-rains-pagasa/2398000

[2026-08-04 21:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Arrest of ‘fake Filipino’ sharpens concerns over security risks in key sectors

Snippet: The case of Maxipro president Lawrence Ke Sy underscores a shift in how Philippine authorities approach national security, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3362953/arrest-fake-filipino-sharpens-concerns-over-security-risks-key-sectors?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-04 21:20 UTC+10:00] [Chinese national] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Arrest of ‘fake Filipino’ sharpens concerns over security risks in key sectors

Snippet: The case of Maxipro president Lawrence Ke Sy underscores a shift in how Philippine authorities approach national security, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3362953/arrest-fake-filipino-sharpens-concerns-over-security-risks-key-sectors

[2026-08-04 21:19 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Chinese naval drills monitored near Bajo de Masinloc in WPS — AFP

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Chinese naval drills were monitored near Bajo de Masinloc on July 31 and during the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) anniversary on Aug. 1, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirmed Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/483411/chinese-naval-drills-monitored-near-bajo-de-masinloc-in-wps-afp/

[2026-08-04 20:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Kapunan expounds on 'scam' remark over Duterte's confidential funds

Snippet: House prosecution counsel Lorna Kapunan on Aug. 4, 1961 expounds on her use of the word 'scam' to describe Vice President Sara Duterte's confidential funds, saying the alleged misuse of P612 million in public funds amounted to defrauding the Filipino people. Kapunan made the remarks after defense counsel Michael Poa moved to strike from the record her use of the word during the day's proceedings.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/videos/watch-kapunan-expounds-on-scam-remark-over-dutertes-confidential-funds/2397803

[2026-08-04 20:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Kapunan expounds on 'scam' remark over Duterte's confidential funds

Snippet: House prosecution counsel Lorna Kapunan on Aug. 4, 2026 expounds on her use of the word 'scam' to describe Vice President Sara Duterte's confidential funds, saying the alleged misuse of P612 million in public funds amounted to defrauding the Filipino people. Kapunan made the remarks after defense counsel Michael Poa moved to strike from the record her use of the word during the day's proceedings.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/videos/watch-kapunan-expounds-on-scam-remark-over-dutertes-confidential-funds/2397906

[2026-08-04 20:46 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Sara’s defense: No rule barring confi funds from being used in 11 days

Snippet: CONFI. Senate staff carry boxes labeled 'confidential funds' containing documents to be presented during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on August 4, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/sara-duterte-trial-defense-no-rule-barring-confidential-funds-used-11-days/

[2026-08-04 20:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Marcos does not watch Eala’s game, fears jinxing

Snippet: After Filipino tennis star Alex Eala won the WTA 500 championship on Aug. 4, 2026 Malacañang reveals the president refrains from watching the tennis her games. In a press briefing, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Claire Castro said Marcos avoided watching the live matches of Eala, saying he fears jinxing the results.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/videos/watch-marcos-does-not-watch-ealas-game-fears-jinxing/2397774

[2026-08-04 20:28 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Comelec to disqualify BARMM party ahead of Sept. 14 polls

Snippet: DAVAO CITY — Commission on Elections Chairman George Erwin Garcia said Tuesday that Comelec is set to cancel the registration of a political party in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) ahead of the historic balloting on Sept. 14.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/483389/comelec-to-disqualify-barmm-party-ahead-of-sept-14-polls/

[2026-08-04 20:10 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: More rain seen from LPA off La Union, southwest monsoon

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/weather/lpa-southwest-monsoon-typhoon-dolphin-update-pagasa-forecast-august-4-2026-5pm/

[2026-08-04 19:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOJ receives fresh graft complaints vs 20 in Cebu flood control probe

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has received two separate criminal complaints against 20 officials, employees and private individuals over alleged anomalies in two flood control projects in Cebu, the latest cases in the government’s widening crackdown on questionable flood control works.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/doj-receives-fresh-graft-complaints-vs-20-in-cebu-flood-control-probe/2397857

[2026-08-04 19:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Chinese naval drills monitored in Bajo de Masinloc

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday confirmed that People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy warships conducted drills within Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal) as Beijing continues to flex its naval muscles in the entire South China Sea.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/04/news/chinese-naval-drills-monitored-in-bajo-de-masinloc/2397750