[2026-08-12 19:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Metro Manila, parts of Luzon under yellow rainfall alert

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Metro Manila and parts of Luzon were placed on yellow rainfall alert on Wednesday due to persistent monsoon rains, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/metro-manila-parts-of-luzon-under-yellow-rainfall-alert/2403852

[2026-08-12 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Lily of the Valley awarded International Catalytic Grant by PSI Europe, AFD

Snippet: PHILIPPINE social enterprise and FemTech innovator Lily of the Valley (LOV), alongside fellow period care pioneer Sinaya Cup, has been officially selected as a grant recipient under the prestigious Sang pour Sang Uni.e.s Pour La Dignité Social Enterprise Support Programme.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/tmt-newswire/lily-of-the-valley-awarded-international-catalytic-grant-by-psi-europe-afd/2403718

[2026-08-12 19:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Will Philippines win race to secure Pax Silica hub before neighbours do?

Snippet: Top diplomat warns Manila risks losing out on the opportunity if it ‘drops the ball’, even as environmental and sovereignty concerns grow

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3363784/will-philippines-win-race-secure-pax-silica-hub-neighbours-do?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-08-12 19:25 UTC+10:00] [Alvin Camba] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Will Philippines win race to secure Pax Silica hub before neighbours do?

Snippet: Top diplomat warns Manila risks losing out on the opportunity if it ‘drops the ball’, even as environmental and sovereignty concerns grow

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3363784/will-philippines-win-race-secure-pax-silica-hub-neighbours-do

[2026-08-12 19:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Manila offers green space for seniors, pet owners

Snippet: Manila City Mayor Isko Moreno Aug. 12, 2026 leads the opening of a one-hectare public green space in Pandacan, Manila, named Senior Citizens' Park and Pet Park to provide dedicated recreational grounds for senior citizens, pet owners, and local residents, mayor says. Speaking to reporters during an ambush interview, Moreno said that the infrastructure project was funded through joint contributions from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), the Office of the President, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), and

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/videos/watch-manila-offers-green-space-for-seniors-pet-owners/2403711

[2026-08-12 19:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ swings past P1B in PH box office in 12 days

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — "Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has crossed the ₱1-billion mark at the Philippine box office just 12 days after its July 29, 2026 premiere, becoming only the fourth film in the country’s box-office history to reach the milestone.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/entertainment-lifestyle/spider-man-brand-new-day-swings-past-p1b-in-ph-box-office-in-12-days/2403716

[2026-08-12 19:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: House private prosecutor Ligutan denies 'malice' in social media post

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives' Private Prosecutor Amando Virgil Ligutan on Wednesday denied any bad faith or malice in his social media post stating that misleading questions were not allowed even during cross-examination.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/national/house-private-prosecutor-ligutan-denies-malice-in-social-media-post/2403717

[2026-08-12 18:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: COA witness grilled over determination of confidential funds

Snippet: COA Auditor Xylene del Campo is grilled by Defense Lawyer Kristine Ferrer over the Commission on Audit's role in determining the confidentiality of funds used in intelligence operations at the resumption of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on Aug. 12, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/videos/watch-coa-witness-grilled-over-determination-of-confidential-funds/2403693

[2026-08-12 18:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Prosecution, Defense clash in 'generational divide' at impeach trial

Snippet: House of Representatives' Private Prosecutor Lorna Kapunan and Defense Lawyer Kristine Ferrer clash over witness COA Auditor Xylene del Campo at the resumption of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on Aug. 12, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/videos/watch-prosecution-defense-clash-in-generational-divide-at-impeach-trial/2403692

[2026-08-12 18:35 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Tarriela to PMA cadets: Keep West Philippine Sea above partisan politics

Snippet: 'KEEP OF POLITICS.' Rear Admiral Jay Tristan Tarriela, a Philippine Coast Guard spokesman, speaks to Philippine Military Academy cadets on the West Philippine Sea, urging future military leaders to treat the issue as a matter of national interest, not partisan politics.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/coast-guard-jay-tristan-tarriela-pma-cadets-west-sea-partisan-politics/

[2026-08-12 18:16 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [In This Economy] The Philippine economy is stuck in a rut

Snippet: This is AI-generated. Read the article for full context. Report any errors.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/in-this-economy-philippines-gdp-q2-2026-stuck-rut-corruption/

[2026-08-12 18:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Watch: Heated exchanges erupt in VP impeachment trial

Snippet: Welcome to The Manila Times, where we bring you stories that shape our world. Today is August 12th.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/videos/watch-heated-exchanges-erupt-in-vp-impeachment-trial/2403675

[2026-08-12 17:55 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Inquirer

Title: China’s arms setbacks in Iran, Venezuela shed light on PH strategy

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — When Chinese military hardware failed to prevent US strikes on Venezuela and US-Israeli strikes on Iran, Beijing largely stayed silent on the equipment’s performance. While it expressed grave concern over the operations, its limited response spoke volumes.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/484411/chinas-arms-setbacks-in-iran-venezuela-shed-light-on-ph-strategy/

[2026-08-12 17:51 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Musinsa to open first Philippine store in Southeast Asia push

Snippet: Musinsa said Wednesday it would accelerate its expansion in Southeast Asia by opening its first offline stores in the Philippines, starting with a Musinsa Standard location in Manila this year.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10839219

[2026-08-12 17:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: SC rejects petition seeking full Senate flood report

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court upheld the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee’s discretion to keep its unfinished flood-control report confidential, ruling that the right to information does not cover preliminary legislative deliberations.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/sc-rejects-petition-seeking-full-senate-flood-report/2403674

[2026-08-12 15:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Filipino weightlifter Albert Delos Santos snares 3 golds, sets 2 new records in Asian Youth tiff

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino weightlifter Albert Ian Delos Santos snared 3 gold medals and established two new records in the process at the 2026 Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships men's 70kg class in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/sports/filipino-weightlifter-albert-delos-santos-snares-3-golds-sets-2-new-records-in-asian-youth-tiff/2403637

[2026-08-12 15:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DFA will 'defer' to security on need to continue provisional arrangement with China

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said it would "defer" to the military establishment on the continued implementation of the provisional understanding (PU) with China if they still deemed it necessary.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/dfa-will-defer-to-security-on-need-to-continue-provisional-arrangement-with-china/2403638

[2026-08-12 15:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Tulfo seeks probe on proposed Pax Silica Hub

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Amid growing public concern, Sen. Raffy Tulfo has filed a Senate resolution seeking to investigate the proposed Pax Silica hub in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac to determine its economic, environmental, social, technological, and national security implications.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/tulfo-seeks-probe-on-proposed-pax-silica-hub/2403647

[2026-08-12 14:45 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Comelec: Teachers serving in polls can get service credits right after elections

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has allowed teachers serving as electoral board members to avail of their service incentive credits any time after the conduct of elections.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/484383/comelec-teachers-serving-in-polls-can-get-service-credits-right-after-elections/

[2026-08-12 14:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Green space park for seniors, pet owners opens in Manila

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Manila City Mayor Isko Moreno on Wednesday led the opening of a one-hectare public green space in Pandacan, Manila, for senior citizens, pet owners, and local residents.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/green-space-park-for-seniors-pet-owners-opens-in-manila/2403689

[2026-08-12 14:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Manila cleans up rubbish-clogged river after days of heavy rain | South China Morning Post

Snippet: Some areas in the northern Philippines saw a month’s worth of rain in only nine days.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/video/world/3363728/manila-cleans-rubbish-clogged-river-after-days-heavy-rain

[2026-08-12 14:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Prosecution, Defense lawyers clash as 'generational divide' takes center stage in impeachment trial

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Senate Impeachment Court Presiding Officer Francis Escudero on Wednesday urged both counsels not to let the "generational divide" heighten the situation during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/prosecution-defense-lawyers-clash-as-generational-divide-takes-center-stage-in-impeachment-trial/2403611

[2026-08-12 14:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Marcos checks trash-clogged waterway in Parañaque

Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspects the Redemptorist Water Channel in Baclaran on Aug. 12, 2026, where heavy rainfall from the southwest monsoon or habagat over the weekend clogged the waterway with tons of trash.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/videos/watch-marcos-checks-trash-clogged-waterway-in-paraaque/2403599

[2026-08-12 13:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala hitting her checklist: Haircut, nails, TikTok with Gauff

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — After wrapping up her WTA 1000 National Bank Open campaign in Toronto where she fell to Belinda Bencic in the fourth round, 4-6, 0-6, Alex Eala said she's going to rest, get a haircut, and have her nails done.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/sports/eala-hitting-her-checklist-haircut-nails-tiktok-with-gauff/2403596

[2026-08-12 13:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Dizon inspects flood-prone areas in Cebu, Mandaue

Snippet: Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon inspects flood-prone areas in Cebu City and Mandaue City on Aug. 12, 2026, as officials assess recurring flooding and possible long-term solutions. Dizon, along with DPWH Central Visayas officials, first visited a narrow creek along N. Bacalso Ave. in Barangay Basak Pardo, Cebu City.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/videos/watch-dizon-inspects-flood-prone-areas-in-cebu-mandaue/2403595

[2026-08-12 13:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: UP gets quicker with Kaw around

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — EASILY one of the fancied favorites in the forthcoming UAAP men’s basketball tournament are the University of the Philippines’ Fighting Maroons owing to a tall lineup.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/sports/up-gets-quicker-with-kaw-around/2403591

[2026-08-12 11:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eala to face either Ruse or Linette in Cincinnati Open second round

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala will face either Romanian Elena-Gabriela Ruse or Polish Magda Linette to start her campaign at the WTA 1000 Cincinnati Open in Ohio.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/sports/eala-to-face-either-ruse-or-linette-in-cincinnati-open-second-round/2403572

[2026-08-12 11:00 UTC+10:00] [Special Coverages] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment trial | Aug. 12, 2026

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Commission on Audit Intelligence and Confidential Funds Audit Office (COA-ICFAO) state auditor Xylene del Campo returns to the witness stand Wednesday for the 15th day of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, where she is set to face cross-examination by the defense over the alleged misuse of confidential funds.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/484308/live-updates-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-aug-12-2026/

[2026-08-12 10:50 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Hypothetical poll: Robredo-Tulfo in statistical tie with Duterte-Marcos

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A hypothetical tandem of Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo and Sen. Raffy Tulfo is in a statistical tie with a hypothetical tandem of Vice President Sara Duterte and Sen. Imee Marcos in the 2028 elections, according to a survey by polling firm Octa Research.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/484322/hypothetical-poll-robredo-tulfo-in-statistical-tie-with-duterte-marcos/

[2026-08-12 08:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 'Habagat' will bring cloudy weather over most of Luzon –Pagasa

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Most parts of Luzon, including Metro Manila, will experience cloudy weather with scattered rain showers or thunderstorms due to the prevailing southwest monsoon (habagat), according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/habagat-will-bring-cloudy-weather-over-most-of-luzon-pagasa/2403549

[2026-08-12 05:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos condoles with Colombia

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. condoled with the government and people of Colombia for the lives lost and the devastation caused by the powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck the South American nation.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/national/marcos-condoles-with-colombia/2403405

[2026-08-12 05:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DSWD assures relief to all families affected by cyclones, 'habagat'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development has assured the public that all families that were affected by Tropical Cyclones Luis and Maymay, vas well as the enhanced southwest monsoon will receive humanitarian assistance from the government.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/dswd-assures-relief-to-all-families-affected-by-cyclones-habagat/2403402

[2026-08-12 05:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: VP Sara cannot be prosecuted over offense subject of impeachment — Lawyer

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp on Tuesday argued that she cannot be prosecuted for an alleged offense that is also the subject of an impeachment case, as the Department of Justice filed three counts of grave threats against her before the Quezon City Regional Trial Court.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/national/vp-sara-cannot-be-prosecuted-over-offense-subject-of-impeachment-lawyer/2403399

[2026-08-12 03:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOLE cancels work permits of 6 foreigners linked to steel plant

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) canceled the Alien Employment Permits of six people linked to Chuangxing Steel Incorporated after a raid on the firm's steel plant in Magalang, Pampanga.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/national/dole-cancels-work-permits-of-6-foreigners-linked-to-steel-plant/2403356

[2026-08-12 03:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: AFP stresses professionalism at sea a year after Scarborough collision

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reiterated the paramount importance of professional actions at sea after China’s admission that two of its personnel died during the collision of its Navy warship and a China Coast Guard (CCG) cutter near Scarborough Shoal (Bajo de Masinloc) in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) last year.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/afp-stresses-professionalism-at-sea-a-year-after-scarborough-collision/2403352

[2026-08-12 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: OFI helps strengthen Naga City’s public health system through donation

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/tmt-newswire/ofi-helps-strengthen-naga-citys-public-health-system-through-donation/2402708

[2026-08-12 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Capiz under state of calamity due to severe RSSI infestation

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/regions/capiz-under-state-of-calamity-due-to-severe-rssi-infestation/2403172

[2026-08-12 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: David Licauco enters new career chapter with Viva

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/david-licauco-enters-new-career-chapter-with-viva/2402709

[2026-08-12 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Swiatek beats Shnaider, battles Svitolina in semis

Snippet: TORONTO, Canada — Former world number one Iga Swiatek cruised into the Toronto Masters semi-finals on Monday (Tuesday in Manila) to set up a clash with Elina Svitolina who fought back from a set down to reach the last four.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/sports/swiatek-beats-shnaider-battlessvitolina-insemis/2402794

[2026-08-12 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Puregold opens search for outstanding Pinoy plays

Snippet: As part of its commitment to championing Filipino creativity and showcasing these talents to more audiences, Puregold launched Teatro Panalo, an inaugural theater festival that aims to discover, develop, and stage compelling new one-act plays and musicals by Filipino playwrights.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/puregold-opens-search-for-outstanding-pinoy-plays/2402704

[2026-08-12 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: It's about charging confidence

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/supplements/its-about-charging-confidence/2403586

[2026-08-12 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos: P7.2T budget an investment in Filipinos

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/national/marcos-p72t-budget-an-investment-in-filipinos/2403256

[2026-08-12 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOJ files grave threats charge against Duterte

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/12/news/national/doj-files-grave-threats-charge-against-duterte/2403269

[2026-08-12 01:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DepEd credit notice shows COA allowed use of confidential funds — Defense

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The defense team of Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday highlighted a Commission on Audit (COA) credit notice covering the Department of Education’s confidential funds, saying the issuance showed the agency’s liquidation had been allowed in audit.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/11/news/national/deped-credit-notice-shows-coa-allowed-use-of-confidential-funds-defense/2403272

[2026-08-12 00:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NLEX loses DeQuan Jones to injury, survives TNT in OT

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — LJay Gonzales and Tony Semerad came through with clutch basketball in overtime as NLEX survived defending champion TNT’s massive comeback, 118-111 in their PBA Season 50 Governors’ Cup match on Tuesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/11/sports/nlex-loses-dequan-jones-to-injury-survives-tnt-in-ot/2403235

[2026-08-12 00:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Converge ends 4-game skid, routs Terrafirma

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Converge drew the needed emotional lift from come backing PBA import Cameron Clark as the FiberXers rolled past the Terrafirma Dyip, 120-103 to end their four-game losing skid in Season 50 Governors Cup on Tuesday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/11/sports/converge-ends-4-game-skid-routs-terrafirma/2403230

[2026-08-11 23:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PNP: Casualties due to tropical cyclones, habagat now up at 26

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The reported death toll due to the combined onslaught of Tropical Cyclones Maymay, Luis and southwest monsoon or habagat has now climbed to 26 including a police officer, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/11/news/pnp-casualties-due-to-tropical-cyclones-habagat-now-up-at-26/2403057

[2026-08-11 22:45 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Sara Duterte’s confi funds spent on Christmas parties, tree-planting | The wRap

Snippet: Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/august-11-2026/

[2026-08-11 22:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Manila Mayor clears retirement backlog

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko" Moreno Domagoso on Tuesday released terminal leave benefits totaling over P173 million to retired city government workers, clearing the backlog.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/11/news/national/manila-mayor-clears-retirement-backlog/2403010

[2026-08-11 22:20 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Macalintal to challenge proposals delaying 2026 BSKE

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Election lawyer Romulo Macalintal has committed to challenge what he described as an “attempt” to delay Filipinos’ right to suffrage as he criticized recent proposals to extend the terms of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (BSK) officials, which would effectively postpone the elections scheduled this year.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/484283/macalintal-to-challenge-proposals-delaying-2026-bske/