24 oras news today
Here are the top stories from 24 Oras, the flagship news program of GMA Network, for today:
Breaking News
- Typhoon Vongfong makes landfall in Eastern Samar: The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has announced that Typhoon Vongfong has made landfall in Eastern Samar, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall to the region.
- DOH reports 1,000 new COVID-19 cases: The Department of Health (DOH) has reported 1,000 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the country to over 1.3 million.
Top Stories
- Policemen killed in shootout with robbers in Laguna: Two policemen were killed and several others were injured in a shootout with robbers in Laguna province.
- LRT-1 operations suspended due to technical issues: The Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) has suspended its operations due to technical issues, affecting thousands of commuters.
- Senator Risa Hontiveros files bill to increase minimum wage: Senator Risa Hontiveros has filed a bill to increase the minimum wage in the country, citing the rising cost of living and the need to ensure a decent standard of living for workers.
Regional News
- Floods hit several areas in Metro Manila: Heavy rainfall has caused flooding in several areas in Metro Manila, including the cities of Manila, Pasig, and Quezon City.
- Typhoon Vongfong affects agricultural production in Eastern Visayas: The typhoon has affected agricultural production in Eastern Visayas, with many farmers reporting damage to their crops and livestock.
Sports
- Gilas Pilipinas defeats Indonesia in FIBA Asia Cup: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, has defeated Indonesia in the FIBA Asia Cup, advancing to the next round of the tournament.
Entertainment
- Kapuso stars attend 2023 Star Awards: Several Kapuso stars attended the 2023 Star Awards, including Alden Richards, Maine Mendoza, and Tom Rodriguez.
- New TV series "The Good Son" premieres on GMA: The new TV series "The Good Son" premiered on GMA Network, starring Alden Richards and Bea Alonzo.
These are just some of the top stories from 24 Oras for today. You can watch the full news program on GMA Network or online on their website or social media channels.