Abs cbn news june 26 2018
Here are the top stories from ABS-CBN News on June 26, 2018:
Top Stories
- Duterte to declare martial law in Mindanao: President Rodrigo Duterte is set to declare martial law in Mindanao after the Maute Group, a local terrorist organization, seized control of Marawi City. (via ANC)
- Pope Francis arrives in Manila: Pope Francis arrived in Manila on Monday, kicking off his 5-day visit to the Philippines. He is expected to meet with President Duterte and other government officials. (via DZMM)
- NBA star Stephen Curry visits Manila: Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry arrived in Manila on Monday to promote his new shoe line. He is expected to hold a basketball clinic and meet with Filipino fans. (via Sports Desk)
National News
- Martial law in Mindanao: The Philippine military has been placed on high alert as the government prepares to declare martial law in Mindanao to combat the Maute Group's rebellion. (via DZMM)
- Pope Francis to meet with Duterte: Pope Francis is set to meet with President Rodrigo Duterte on Tuesday to discuss issues such as poverty, corruption, and human rights. (via ANC)
- LRT-1 operations suspended: The Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) has suspended its operations due to a technical issue. Passengers are advised to take alternative modes of transportation. (via DZMM)
International News
- US-North Korea summit cancelled: The highly anticipated summit between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has been cancelled due to a disagreement over sanctions. (via ANC)
- China's Xi Jinping re-elected as President: Chinese President Xi Jinping has been re-elected as President, solidifying his grip on power. (via ANC)
- UK's Theresa May faces no-confidence vote: British Prime Minister Theresa May is facing a no-confidence vote in Parliament after her Brexit plan was rejected. (via ANC)
Sports News
- Gilas Pilipinas loses to Australia: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, lost to Australia in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers. (via Sports Desk)
- UAAP Season 80 Finals: The University of the Philippines (UP) and Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU) are set to face off in the UAAP Season 80 Finals. (via Sports Desk)
- PBA Commissioner's Cup: The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner's Cup is set to tip off on June 29. (via Sports Desk)
These are just some of the top stories from ABS-CBN News on June 26, 2018.