[2026-04-29 17:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: NU boots out UST, forges Finals rematch against FEU

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Six-peat-seeking National University booted out University of Santo Tomas in their UAAP Season 88 men’s volleyball Final Four match, 25-21, 30-28, 25-19, at the Araneta Coliseum Wednesday, forging a Finals rematch against Far Eastern University.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/sports/nu-boots-out-ust-forges-finals-rematch-against-feu/2331181

[2026-04-29 17:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: FA50 fighter jets no show in Balikatan anti-drone drills ‘for safety’ — Air Force

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Air Force’s (PAF) FA- 50 fighter jets which were confirmed to be participating in the anti-drone drills in San Antonio, Zambales were a no-show at the exercise.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/fa50-fighter-jets-no-show-in-balikatan-anti-drone-drills-for-safety-air-force/2331199

[2026-04-29 17:27 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: BARMM group urges Comelec to settle party issues before COC filing

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A group from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on Wednesday called on the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to promptly resolve the issues of political parties, particularly of the United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP), before the filing of certificate of candidacy (COC) for the first BARMM parliamentary elections.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/473768/barmm-group-urges-comelec-to-settle-party-issues-before-coc-filing/

[2026-04-29 17:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pag-IBIG Fund home loan releases up 9% to ₱32.92B in Q1 2026

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Some P32.92 billion in housing loans has been released in the first quarter of 2026, nine percent higher from last year’s P30.22 billion in the same period, the Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) or Pag-IBIG Fund revealed on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/pag-ibig-fund-home-loan-releases-up-9-to-3292b-in-q1-2026/2331169

[2026-04-29 17:19 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Sci-tech coalition opposes Pax Silica over ‘resource plunder,’ env’t harms

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/stop-us-war-coalition-pax-silica-resource-plunder-criticism/

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

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: PH performs engagements against simulated maritime threats in Palawan drills

Snippet: A light armored vehicle deployed by the Philippine Marine Corps’ 3rd Marine Brigade engages simulated maritime threats during the Counter-Landing Live Fire Exercise - West in Apurawan Beach, Aborlan, Palawan on April 27, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/videos/watch-ph-performs-engagements-against-simulated-maritime-threats-in-palawan-drills/2331167

[2026-04-29 16:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Bautista rallies, Espedido dominates at JPGT John Hay

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – Javie Bautista and Mavis Espedido completed their steady rise from contenders to champions, capturing the 11-14 titles in contrasting fashion at the ICTSI John Hay Junior PGT Championship in Baguio on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/sports/bautista-rallies-espedido-dominates-at-jpgt-john-hay/2331155

[2026-04-29 16:30 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: At impeachment hearing, Paolo Marcoleta can’t even get his movie references right

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/paolo-marcoleta-misquotes-john-lloyd-cruz-one-more-chance-sara-duterte-impeachment-hearing/

[2026-04-29 16:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alex Eala takes breather ahead of Italian Open

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alexandra "Alex" Eala took a much needed breather ahead of the WTA 1000 Italian Open.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/sports/alex-eala-takes-breather-ahead-of-italian-open/2331145

[2026-04-29 16:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: FEU makes Finals return, sends Ateneo packing in UAAP men's volleyball

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University returned to the Finals after dispatching Ateneo de Manila, 25-23, 20-25, 16-25, 25-17, 15-12, in the UAAP Season 88 men's volleyball Final Four at the Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/sports/feu-makes-finals-return-sends-ateneo-packing-in-uaap-mens-volleyball/2331139

[2026-04-29 16:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Ateneo de Manila leads Philippine universities in 2026 Times Asia Rankings

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Ateneo de Manila University led all Philippine universities in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings for 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/ateneo-de-manila-leads-philippine-universities-in-2026-times-asia-rankings/2331156

[2026-04-29 15:53 UTC+10:00] [Philippine News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Air travel fuel surcharge lowered for early May but remains high

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/fuel-surcharge-level-air-travel-may-first-half-2026/

[2026-04-29 15:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Marcos announces expansion of PhilHealth maternity benefits

Snippet: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announces expanded maternity benefits under Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) starting April 30, 2026.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/videos/watch-marcos-announces-expansion-of-philhealth-maternity-benefits/2331100

[2026-04-29 14:55 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Rappler

Title: House justice panel decides against opening Sara Duterte’s tax records

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-justice-committee-decides-against-opening-sara-duterte-tax-records/

[2026-04-29 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ASEAN lawmakers urge PH accountability after Toboso killings

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/asean-lawmakers-urge-manila-accountability-toboso-killings/

[2026-04-29 14:07 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Inquirer

Title: Comelec, security agencies prepare for first-ever BARMM, BSKE elections

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) convened a joint command conference with law enforcement agencies to ramp up security and finalize preparations for the country’s first-ever Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary polls and the 2026 barangay and youth elections.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/473737/fwd-comelec-security-agencies-prep-for-first-ever-bpe-polls-2026-bske-elections/

[2026-04-29 13:51 UTC+10:00] [Russia] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: From Jakarta to Manila, south-east Asia turns to Russia to plug fuel, fertiliser gaps caused by Iran war

Snippet: South-east Asia, which relied heavily on the Middle East for energy and fertiliser, is desperately seeking to plug huge gaps in its supplies

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/29/from-jakarta-to-manila-south-east-asia-turns-to-russia-to-plug-fuel-fertiliser-gaps-caused-by-iran-war

[2026-04-29 13:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 5150 Camiguin takes spotlight as PH Triathlon Series powers tourism drive

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ bold push to establish itself as a premier global destination for endurance sports shifts into high gear this weekend as the IRONMAN 5150 Camiguin headlines the second leg of the inaugural 5150 Triathlon Islands of the Philippines Series – an ambitious, multi-stop circuit designed to fuse elite competition with tourism promotion across the country’s most breathtaking island landscapes.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/sports/5150-camiguin-takes-spotlight-as-ph-triathlon-series-powers-tourism-drive/2331069

[2026-04-29 13:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Princess of the Philippines: Eala gets best-dressed praise from WTA stars

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala drew widespread praise for her elegant appearance on the red carpet of the Laureus World Sports Awards held recently in Madrid.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/sports/princess-of-the-philippines-eala-gets-best-dressed-praise-from-wta-stars/2331068

[2026-04-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Police launch manhunt for suspects in Quezon City shooting which left 2 dead

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Wednesday confirmed that the two victims in a shooting incident the day before died while undergoing treatment as manhunt operations were launched against the motorcycle-riding perpetrators.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/police-launch-manhunt-for-suspects-in-quezon-city-shooting-which-left-2-dead/2331079

[2026-04-29 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fire hits residential area in Muntinlupa, reaches third alarm

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Fire hit a residential area in Muntinlupa City reached third alarm as firefighters continued to battle the blaze on Wednesday morning.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/national/fire-hits-residential-area-in-muntinlupa-reaches-third-alarm/2331053

[2026-04-29 11:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Vico Sotto taps engineering students, civil society groups to help audit infrastructure projects

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto launched a program tapping engineering students and civil society organizations to help audit local infrastructure projects for quality and transparency.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/national/vico-sotto-taps-engineering-students-civil-society-groups-to-help-audit-infrastructure-projects/2331054

[2026-04-29 09:46 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment hearing | April 29

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines – The House committee on justice is expected to take a crucial step Thursday as lawmakers weigh whether probable cause exists in the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, following weeks of high-stakes hearings and explosive testimonies.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/473693/live-updates-sara-duterte-impeachment-hearing-april-29/

[2026-04-29 06:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Pasig shuts Bleu Hotel tied to former Rep. Defensor kin after trafficking raid

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Pasig City government ordered the immediate closure of Bleu Hotel Pasig, an establishment allegedly linked to the wife and daughter of former AnaKalusugan party-list Rep. Mike Defensor, after a National Bureau of Investigation raid over alleged human trafficking and prostitution.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/national/pasig-shuts-bleu-hotel-tied-to-former-rep-defensor-kin-after-trafficking-raid/2330953

[2026-04-29 02:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DFA: Co's regular and diplomatic passports had been canceled since December 2025

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said it cancelled one regular and one diplomatic passport of former representative Elizaldy Co by virtue of a court order in December 2025.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/news/dfa-cos-regular-and-diplomatic-passports-had-been-canceled-since-december-2025/2330828

[2026-04-29 02:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Police office probed for abuse of minor

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/regions/police-office-probed-for-abuse-of-minor/2330688

[2026-04-29 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Aboitiz, Batangas State University advance workforce sustainability

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/tmt-newswire/aboitiz-batangas-state-university-advance-workforce-sustainability/2330090

[2026-04-29 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: America’s ambassador, or what the appointment reveals

Snippet: IMAGINE — if only as a diplomatic thought experiment — the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs announcing, with ceremonial gravity, a new ambassador to Washington. Our most consequential ally. The anchor of our security architecture. The guarantor — at least on paper — of our external defense.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/opinion/columns/americas-ambassador-or-what-the-appointment-reveals/2330673

[2026-04-29 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Skylines of uncertainty

Snippet: IN Metro Manila, a curious phenomenon is unfolding in the city’s central business districts. Observing the skyline from Makati to Bonifacio Global City, one will notice it immediately: the rise of new tall buildings from luxury condominiums to towering new glass office buildings for banks and conglomerates. This new generation of towers symbolize new heights of Filipino urban aspiration, the nation’s growing economy, a statement of wealth, and increasingly, a canvas for architectural experimentation.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/opinion/columns/skylines-of-uncertainty/2330667

[2026-04-29 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Alden Richards says balance, wellness now shape his career

Snippet: Read this in The Manila Times digital edition.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/alden-richards-says-balance-wellness-now-shape-his-career/2330066

[2026-04-29 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Is President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. his own man?

Snippet: THE question is raised on account of the recent disclosure by Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida that former Ako Bicol party-list representative Elizaldy Co is no longer in the Czech Republic. The disclosure was a big letdown for nearly the entire country which had been expecting resolution of the flood control anomaly.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/opinion/columns/is-president-ferdinand-marcos-jr-his-own-man/2330665

[2026-04-29 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Cebu accelerates repair of earthquake-damaged bridges with P159M program

Snippet: CEBU CITY — Cebu Provincial Government is accelerating the repair of earthquake-damaged bridges in northern Cebu, rolling out at least P159.732 million worth of ongoing works under a wider P276-million rehabilitation program.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/regions/cebu-accelerates-repair-of-earthquake-damaged-bridges-with-p159m-program/2330699

[2026-04-29 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Philippine transparency reforms gain global recognition

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

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/29/tmt-newswire/philippine-transparency-reforms-gain-global-recognition/2330088

[2026-04-29 01:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Crucial free throws tow Gilas 3x3 men to Asian Beach Games semis

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Gilas Pilipinas 3x3 men’s team eked out a close 18-14 victory over India Tuesday to march on to the semifinals of the 6th Asian Beach Games at the Sanya Sports Centre Gymnasium in Sanya, China.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/sports/crucial-free-throws-tow-gilas-3x3-men-to-asian-beach-games-semis/2330761

[2026-04-29 01:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Fajardo, Trollano spark SMB comeback win over Meralco

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — June Mar Fajardo and Don Trollano engineered San Miguel Beer’s strong third quarter surge to turn back Meralco, 103-92 to galvanize its PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup playoff hopes on Tuesday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/sports/fajardo-trollano-spark-smb-comeback-win-over-meralco/2330760

[2026-04-29 01:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Macau noses out Upshaw-less Blackwater

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Macau put on a big effort to outlast a Robert Upshaw-less Blackwater, 123-119 in their PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup match on Tuesday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/sports/macau-noses-out-upshaw-less-blackwater/2330759

[2026-04-29 01:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: No winners in Ultra Lotto 6/58, Super Lotto 6/49, Lotto 6/42 draws for April 28

Snippet: There were no winners in the Ultra Lotto 6/58, Super Lotto 6/49, and Lotto 6/42 draws on Tuesday night, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/no-winners-in-ultra-lotto-658-super-lotto-649-lotto-642-draws-for-april-28/2330750

[2026-04-29 01:04 UTC+10:00] [Latest Stories] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Inquirer

Title: UBJP submits doc in compliance with Comelec rules for BARMM polls

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP), the official political party of Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), on Thursday submitted its Sworn List of Authorized Signatories before the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in compliance with the regulations set by the poll body for the first Bangsamoro parliamentary elections.

Read full article: https://www.inquirer.net/473672/ubjp-submits-doc-in-compliance-with-comelec-rules-for-barmm-polls/

[2026-04-29 00:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: DOST, UP launches new smart city hub for LGUs

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) together with the University of the Philippines Training Center for Applied Geodesy and Photogrammetry (UP TCAGP) has launched a new system to improve governance and public services in the country.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/dost-up-launches-new-smart-city-hub-for-lgus/2330592

[2026-04-28 23:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Media task force vows ramped up gender-responsive media protection

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) has vowed to uphold gender-responsive media protection, particularly for female journalists in the country.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/media-task-force-vows-ramped-up-gender-responsive-media-protection/2330591

[2026-04-28 23:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: JV Ejercito convenes ethics panel, applies 'first-in, first-out' rule on complaints

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Sen. JV Ejercito said the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges, which he leads, on Tuesday tackled the first of the eight pending complaints against fellow senators.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/jv-ejercito-convenes-ethics-panel-applies-first-in-first-out-rule-on-complaints/2330568

[2026-04-28 23:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Govt should be transparent on why Co was set free - Tiangco

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Navotas City Rep. Toby Tiangco urged the government to be more transparent on why former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co was set free by Czech authorities amid the ongoing flood control scandal.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/govt-should-be-transparent-on-why-co-was-set-free-tiangco/2330567

[2026-04-28 23:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: House justice panel should justify report would translate into impeach articles - Tiangco

Snippet: MANILA. Philippines - Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco believes that the House Justice Committee should justify in plenary that its upcoming committee report on the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte would translate to the articles of impeachment that would be transmitted to the Senate for trial.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/house-justice-panel-should-justify-report-would-translate-into-impeach-articles-tiangco/2330564

[2026-04-28 23:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Marcos admin seeks to institutionalize UPLIFT

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday threw its support behind the move to institutionalize the Unified Package for Livelihoods, Industry, Food, and Transport (UPLIFT) Committee.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/marcos-admin-seeks-to-institutionalize-uplift/2330554

[2026-04-28 23:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Co released from Czech custody due to lack of Interpol red notice — DOJ

Snippet: Resigned Ako Bicol party-list representative Zaldy Co has been released by Czech authorities due to the absence of an Interpol red notice, Philippine officials said—a development that allows him to move freely within Europe’s Schengen area.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/co-released-from-czech-custody-due-to-lack-of-interpol-red-notice-doj/2330533

[2026-04-28 23:21 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: BIR launches audit probe into Sara Duterte, Mans Carpio’s tax records

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/bureau-internal-revenue-launches-tax-audit-probe-sara-duterte-mans-carpio/

[2026-04-28 23:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 36 Pinoys onboard two vessels safe

Snippet: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Tuesday reported that 36 Filipino seafarers aboard two vessels safely exited the Strait of Hormuz on April 25 after being stranded in the Persian Gulf amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/news/36-pinoys-onboard-two-vessels-safe/2330525

[2026-04-28 21:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Philippines not concerned Iran war will distract US from Indo-Pacific region, Defense secretary says

Snippet: The Philippines is not worried about any reduction in US deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific due to the war in the Middle East, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on April 28, 2026 although he warned China could try and seize any perceived opening. He made the comments during an interview with Reuters amid annual joint military drills with the United States that have drawn the largest ever number of participating countries, including Japanese combat troops for the first time.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/videos/watch-philippines-not-concerned-iran-war-will-distract-us-from-indo-pacific-region-defense-secretary-says/2330283

[2026-04-28 21:52 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: IN PHOTOS: Philippine, US forces hold counter-landing drill in Palawan

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Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/photos-united-states-palawan-balikatan-counter-landing-drill/

[2026-04-28 21:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: WATCH: Palace: Zaldy Co seeking political asylum in France

Snippet: Former Ako Bicol Party-list representative Zaldy Co is now seeking political asylum in France, Malacañang said on April 28, 2026. During a press conference, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said that Co was no longer in the Czech Republic and currently has a pending petition for political asylum in France.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/videos/watch-palace-zaldy-co-seeking-political-asylum-in-france/2330250