[2026-05-01 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos inaugurates P1B irrigation project

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[2026-05-01 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Who are the ICC judges in Duterte's trial?

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[2026-05-01 01:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Torre echoes Trillanes claim Quiboloy became Duterte money-laundering front

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Former Philippine National Police chief Nicolas Torre III took to social media on Thursday, April 30, to echo former senator Antonio Trillanes IV’s claim that Apollo Quiboloy was propped up as former president Rodrigo Duterte’s alleged “natural money laundering machine.”

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/national/torre-echoes-trillanes-claim-quiboloy-became-duterte-money-laundering-front/2333053

[2026-05-01 00:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Valenzuela clobbers Negros, levels MPBL card

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Valenzuela Darkhorse went full throttle in the second half to rout the Negros Hacienderos, 85-67, on Thursday and gain traction in the SportsPlus MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) 2026 Season at the Batangas City Coliseum.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/sports/valenzuela-clobbers-negros-levels-mpbl-card/2333019

[2026-05-01 00:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Sarines blitzes JPGTJohn Hay field; Padilla delivers

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Mona Sarines turned a sibling showdown into a statement victory, unleashing a blistering five-under 64 to rout twin sister Lisa by 11 strokes in the girls’ 15-18 division of the ICTSI John Hay Junior PGT Championship in Baguio on Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/sports/sarines-blitzes-jpgtjohn-hay-field-padilla-delivers/2333018

[2026-05-01 00:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No winners in Super Lotto 6/49, Lotto 6/42 draws for April 30

Snippet: There were no winners in the Super Lotto 6/49 and Lotto 6/42 draws on Thursday night, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/no-winners-in-super-lotto-649-lotto-642-draws-for-april-30/2333023

[2026-05-01 00:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: UST dethrones NUNS for breakthrough championship stint

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — University of Santo Tomas dug deep in its bag of tricks to dethrone National University Nazareth School and book a championship seat in a come-from-behind, 25-22, 19-25, 17-25, 25-19, 15-11, victory in the Shakey’s Girls Volleyball Invitational League (SGVIL) Rising Stars Cup Division 1 Final Four on Thursday at the La Salle Green Hills Gym.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/sports/ust-dethrones-nuns-for-breakthrough-championship-stint/2333016

[2026-05-01 00:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Manila landfill fire leaves locals gasping

Snippet: OBANDO, Philippines — Filipino ferry dispatcher Dave Delos Reyes has been handing out N95 masks for nearly three weeks to protect passengers against the smoke that a landfill fire has sent billowing above a stretch of Manila Bay.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/manila-landfill-fire-leaves-locals-gasping/2332962

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ‘Toboso probe must yield laws to prevent deaths’

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) on Thursday said a planned congressional inquiry into the April 19 clash in Toboso, Negros Occidental should lead to concrete legislation to prevent similar incidents.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/toboso-probe-must-yield-laws-to-prevent-deaths/2332931

[2026-05-01 00:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Graft complaint filed vs DoH undersecretary Baggao

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Concerned health workers filed a complaint on Thursday before the Office of the Ombudsman against Undersecretary Glenn Matthew Baggao of the Department of Health (DoH).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/national/graft-complaint-filed-vs-doh-undersecretary-baggao/2332929

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: De La Salle University-Manila’s 12th Model United Nations Conference expands academic impact through hybrid modality

Snippet: THE De La Salle Model United Nations (DLSMUN), one of the most distinguished and widely recognized intercollegiate MUN conferences in the Philippines, held a hybrid modality for its 12th annual conference on April 23-25.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/tmt-newswire/de-la-salle-university-manilas-12th-model-united-nations-conference-expands-academic-impact-through-hybrid-modality/2332927

[2026-04-30 23:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: PNP on full alert for Labor Day protests

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday (April 30) announced full alert status deploying 106,633 police persoonel as part of heighting its security measures for the upcoming Labor Day protests on Friday (May 1).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/pnp-on-full-alert-for-labor-day-protests/2332926

[2026-04-30 23:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Calinisan pushes for sweeping reforms, Anti-Hazing measures at PNPA

Snippet: THE National Police Commission (Napolcom) has taken decisive action to address the recent hazing incident at the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA), with Commissioner Rafael Vicente Calinisan calling for urgent accountability and the implementation of sweeping institutional reforms to uphold the integrity of police training and leadership development. He also conducted an on-ground inspection of the PNPA premises to identify and assess areas where such incidents may occur.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/tmt-newswire/calinisanpushes-for-sweeping-reforms-anti-hazing-measures-atpnpa/2332908

[2026-04-30 23:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Former broadcast journalist Jay Sonza arrested over alleged false claims on Marcos’ health

Snippet: The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on April 30, 2026 arrest former broadcaster Jay Sonza after a Pasay court issued a warrant over the alleged spread of false information about the health of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Sonza’s lawyer, Mark Tolentino, confirmed the arrest, which took place in Quezon City.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/videos/watch-former-broadcast-journalist-jay-sonza-arrested-over-alleged-false-claims-on-marcos-health/2332901

[2026-04-30 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Barzaga joins Duterte party

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga has been sworn in as a new member of Partido Demokratiko Pilipino–Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban), the party of former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/barzaga-joins-duterte-party/2332892

[2026-04-30 23:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: ICC orders status conference in Duterte case, sets 2026 trial preparation deadlines

Snippet: Trial Chamber III of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has scheduled a first status conference on May 27, 2026, in the case of former president Rodrigo Duterte, issuing a detailed order on Thursday that seeks key submissions from parties and participants ahead of trial.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/icc-orders-status-conference-in-duterte-case-sets-2026-trial-preparation-deadlines/2332848

[2026-04-30 22:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Former broadcast journalist Jay Sonza arrested over alleged false claims on Marcos’ health

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Thursday arrested former broadcaster and commentator Jay Sonza after a Pasay court issued a warrant over the alleged spread of false information about the health of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr..

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/former-broadcast-journalist-jay-sonza-arrested-over-alleged-false-claims-on-marcos-health/2332804

[2026-04-30 22:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Marcos to pursue legal, diplomatic means to bring Co home, says Palace

Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will pursue legal and diplomatic means to bring fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co home to the Philippines, Malacañang said on April 30, 2026. This, after Marcos received the confirmation from Chargé d’Affaires of Czech Republic Eva Tenzin that Co had indeed been detained by Czech authorities due to invalid travel documents, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/videos/watch-marcos-to-pursue-legal-diplomatic-means-to-bring-co-home-says-palace/2332668

[2026-04-30 22:10 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Zaldy Co detained, but Czech and French envoys could offer no other info to Marcos

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/marcos-meeting-france-czech-republic-information-zaldy-co/

[2026-04-30 21:52 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Ahead of Asean Summit, Atin Ito mission pushes peace, sovereignty in WPS

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – As the Philippines prepares to host the 48th Asean Summit, the Atin Ito coalition launched its fourth civilian mission to Pag-asa Island on Thursday, delivering a message to leaders: the West Philippine Sea must be defended as a zone of peace and solidarity.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/473876/ahead-of-asean-summit-atin-ito-mission-pushes-peace-sovereignty-in-wps/

[2026-04-30 21:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Govt unveils microsite for Middle East crisis response

Snippet: The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on April 30, 2026 unveils the 'Unified Package for Livelihoods, Industry, Food, and Transport' (UPLIFT) microsite, which reflects the government’s efforts to cushion the impact of surging oil prices driven by the war in the Middle East. In a press conference in Malacañang, Budget Undersecretary Goddes Hope Libiran said the new 'transparency tool' was a fulfillment of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s promise of 'a coordinated, transparent and people-centered service for the Filipino people.'

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/videos/watch-govt-unveils-microsite-for-middle-east-crisis-response/2332654

[2026-04-30 21:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: BREAKING: Fuel prices up next week

Snippet: Fuel prices are expected to increase next week. According to local oil industry sources, diesel will go up by P1.50 to P2 per liter and gasoline by P2.50 to P3 per liter. The estimated price adjustments come amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and a weaker Philippine peso against the US dollar.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/videos/breaking-fuel-prices-up-next-week/2332619

[2026-04-30 20:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philippines, US lead 11 international vessels in enhanced maritime drills in West PH Sea for 'Balikatan'

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines, United States and other allied forces deployed 11 vessels in complex naval drills as part of the ongoing Multinational Maritime Event (MME).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/philippines-us-lead-11-international-vessels-in-enhanced-maritime-drills-in-west-ph-sea-for-balikatan/2332667

[2026-04-30 20:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Palace: House finding probable cause to impeach Duterte based on evidence

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Thursday distanced itself from impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, insisting that it was the job of Congress.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/palace-house-finding-probable-cause-to-impeach-duterte-based-on-evidence/2332617

[2026-04-30 20:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Senate might convene as an impeachment court on May 13 — Sotto

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Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/videos/senate-might-convene-as-an-impeachment-court-on-may-13-sotto/2332521

[2026-04-30 19:56 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Notices of violation issued vs Navotas landfill operator prior to fire

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[2026-04-30 18:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Watch : Senate holds closed-door meeting to prepare for Duterte impeachment trial

Snippet: This is The Manila Times, where we bring you stories that shape our world.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/videos/watch-senate-holds-closed-door-meeting-to-prepare-for-duterte-impeachment-trial/2332440

[2026-04-30 18:33 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: LIST: Lawmakers who voted to back Sara Duterte impeach complaints at justice committee

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[2026-04-30 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Filipino scientist eyes for natural cooling techniques study to ease energy demand

Snippet: A FILIPINO scientist from the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) is pushing for a study on natural cooling techniques in the Philippines amid rising energy and fuel costs.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/tmt-newswire/filipino-scientist-eyes-for-natural-cooling-techniques-study-to-ease-energy-demand/2332423

[2026-04-30 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos to pursue legal, diplomatic means to bring Co home, says Palace

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will pursue legal and diplomatic means to bring fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co home to the Philippines, Malacañang said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/marcos-to-pursue-legal-diplomatic-means-to-bring-co-home-says-palace/2332468

[2026-04-30 17:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Gatchalian pushes stronger reintegration for returning OFWs amid Middle East conflict

Snippet: SENATOR Win Gatchalian renewed his call to institutionalize support for returning overseas Filipino workers (OFW), urging the passage of the proposed Bagong Balikbayan Act amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. He stressed that every OFW deserves the opportunity to fully reintegrate into Philippine society after working abroad.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/tmt-newswire/gatchalian-pushes-stronger-reintegration-for-returning-ofws-amid-middle-east-conflict/2332411

[2026-04-30 17:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos inaugurates P1B irrigation project in Leyte

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos on Thursday inaugurated the P1.1 billion irrigation project, a key infrastructure development expected to increase agricultural productivity in Leyte province.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/marcos-inaugurates-p1b-irrigation-project-in-leyte/2332405

[2026-04-30 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: House impeach proceedings defended

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Batangas 2nd District Rep. Gerville Luistro defended the proceedings conducted by the Committee on Justice of the House of Representatives which found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/national/house-impeach-proceedings-defended/2332407

[2026-04-30 17:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Exhibit highlights National Artist Leandro Locsin’s works

Snippet: The University of Santo Tomas (UST) College of Architecture showcases the works of its alumnus, National Artist Leandro Locsin in its new exhibit. The architect behind the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) was known for his brutalist and floating architecture, which were showcased in 'The Poet of Concrete.' In a guided tour on April 30, 2026, led by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the UST College of Architecture, Caryn Paredes-Santillan, International Relations coordinator at UST’s College

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/videos/watch-exhibit-highlights-national-artist-leandro-locsins-works/2332382

[2026-04-30 17:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Govt unveils microsite for Middle East crisis response

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Thursday unveiled the "Unified Package for Livelihoods, Industry, Food, and Transport" (UPLIFT) microsite, which reflects the government’s efforts to cushion the impact of surging oil prices driven by the war in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/govt-unveils-microsite-for-middle-east-crisis-response/2332393

[2026-04-30 16:28 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: West PH Sea: Philippines, allies deploy 11 vessels for Balikatan drills

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Philippine and like-minded forces deployed 11 vessels for joint maritime drills in the West Philippine Sea from April 20 to May 1 as part of this year’s Balikatan (“shoulder-to-shoulder”) exercises, the military said Thursday.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/473849/west-ph-sea-philippines-allies-deploy-11-vessels-for-balikatan-drills/

[2026-04-30 15:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fuel prices up next week

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Fuel prices are expected to increase next week, with diesel seen rising by P1.50 to P2 per liter and gasoline by P2.50 to P3 per liter, amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and a weaker Philippine peso against the US dollar, according to local oil industry sources.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/business/fuel-prices-up-next-week/2332395

[2026-04-30 15:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Majority of Filipinos believe allegations of VP Duterte’s ‘hidden wealth’ — survey

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Majority of Filipinos believe Vice President Sara Duterte holds billions of pesos in undisclosed bank accounts, with public opinion sharply divided along political lines, according to a nationwide survey following recent legislative inquiries and reports from the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC).

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/majority-of-filipinos-believe-allegations-of-vp-dutertes-hidden-wealth-survey/2332313

[2026-04-30 15:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Preparations for BARMM parliamentary election in full swing

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Preparations are in full swing for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary election as national government agencies and partner institutions coordinate security, legal, and administrative measures to ensure orderly and credible polls.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/preparations-for-barmm-parliamentary-election-in-full-swing/2332290

[2026-04-30 15:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Entertainment journalist Danny Vibas dies at 71

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —Veteran entertainment journalist Danilo “Danny” Vibas died on Wednesday, April 29. He was 71.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/entertainment-journalist-danny-vibas-dies-at-71/2332288

[2026-04-30 15:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: BINI honored with Global Force Award at Billboard Women in Music 2026

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The “Nation’s Girl Group” BINI took a major step onto the international stage after receiving the Global Force Award at the Billboard Women in Music 2026 on Wednesday night (Thursday in Manila) at the Hollywood Palladium.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/bini-honored-with-global-force-award-at-billboard-women-in-music-2026/2332285

[2026-04-30 14:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Dengvaxia trial looms after judge junks motions to dismiss case

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The much-delayed Dengvaxia case will now likely go full blast after a Quezon City court judge turned down the motions filed by former Health secretary and now Iloilo Rep. Janette Garin and other co-accused to dismiss the multiple cases for reason of "double jeopardy," among others, according to the public prosecutors.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/dengvaxia-trial-looms-after-judge-junks-motions-to-dismiss-case/2332299

[2026-04-30 13:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Eastern police strengthen security preparations for Labor Day

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Eastern Police District (EPD) is ramping up preparations for Labor Day on May 1, 2026 to ensure the safety and security.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/eastern-police-strengthen-security-preparations-for-labor-day/2332257

[2026-04-30 13:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DPWH orders bus firm to pay for EDSA-Ortigas flyover fire damage

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) demanded payment from a bus company for repair costs following a fire that damaged a major Metro Manila flyover.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/dpwh-orders-bus-firm-to-pay-for-edsa-ortigas-flyover-fire-damage/2332256

[2026-04-30 12:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Who is ICC Judge Joanna Korner?

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — International Criminal Court (ICC) Judge Joanna Korner was selected by the tribunal to preside over the trial of former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/who-is-icc-judge-joanna-korner/2332228

[2026-04-30 12:22 UTC+10:00] [Luzon] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: COA denies supplier’s claim for 601 undelivered vehicles to Batangas provincial gov’t

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/commission-audit-junks-claim-vehicle-supplier-batangas-provincial-government/

[2026-04-30 12:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: French teen facing jail over straw licking stunt allowed to leave Singapore

Snippet: Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien gets permission to travel to Manila from May 2-25 for an internship

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3351928/french-teen-facing-jail-over-straw-licking-stunt-allowed-leave-singapore?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-30 12:10 UTC+10:00] [mischief] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: French teen facing jail over straw licking stunt allowed to leave Singapore

Snippet: Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien gets permission to travel to Manila from May 2-25 for an internship

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3351928/french-teen-facing-jail-over-straw-licking-stunt-allowed-leave-singapore

[2026-04-30 12:00 UTC+10:00] [Metro Manila] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Can Philippines’ new anti-Pogo playbook rein in fast-moving scam hubs?

Snippet: The new inter-agency rules aim to give investigators a framework tailored to Pogo-linked crime and support a coordinated response

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3351903/can-philippines-new-anti-pogo-playbook-rein-fast-moving-scam-hubs

[2026-04-30 11:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: BI nabs alleged foreign scammers, money launderers in Pampanga crackdown

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Authorities arrested three foreigners in Pampanga for their suspected involvement in online scamming and money laundering, as part of the government’s intensified crackdown on transnational crimes.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/30/news/bi-nabs-alleged-foreign-scammers-money-launderers-in-pampanga-crackdown/2332230