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Here are some breaking news updates from the Philippines:
Latest 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 1,000,000.
- LRT-2 operations suspended due to technical issues: The Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) has suspended its operations due to technical issues, affecting thousands of commuters in Metro Manila.
- NBI arrests 10 individuals in illegal drug bust: The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has arrested 10 individuals in an illegal drug bust in Quezon City, seizing large quantities of illegal drugs and firearms.
- DFA confirms death of Filipino worker in Saudi Arabia: The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed the death of a Filipino worker in Saudi Arabia, who was reportedly killed in a construction accident.
Top Stories
- President Duterte to visit China for Belt and Road Forum: President Rodrigo Duterte is set to visit China for the Belt and Road Forum, where he is expected to discuss trade and investment opportunities between the two countries.
- Senate to investigate alleged corruption in PNP: The Senate is set to investigate allegations of corruption within the Philippine National Police (PNP), following reports of irregularities in the agency's procurement and financial transactions.
- DOE to implement new fuel standards: The Department of Energy (DOE) is set to implement new fuel standards, which aim to reduce air pollution and improve fuel efficiency in the country.
- MMDA to implement new traffic rules: The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is set to implement new traffic rules, including the ban on private vehicles in certain areas of Metro Manila.
- PBA to hold All-Star Game: The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) is set to hold its annual All-Star Game, featuring some of the league's top players.
Sports
- Gilas Pilipinas to compete in FIBA Asia Cup: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, is set to compete in the FIBA Asia Cup, which is scheduled to take place in August.
- Azkals to face Singapore in friendly match: The Philippine national football team, Azkals, is set to face Singapore in a friendly match, which is scheduled to take place in July.
- PBA to hold Commissioner's Cup: The PBA is set to hold its Commissioner's Cup, which is scheduled to take place in June and July.
Weather
- Typhoon Vongfong brings heavy rainfall to Eastern Visayas: Typhoon Vongfong is bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to Eastern Visayas, prompting authorities to issue a red alert in the region.
- LPA to bring rain showers to Metro Manila: A low-pressure area (LPA) is expected to bring rain showers to Metro Manila, prompting authorities to issue a yellow alert in the region.