Current news in philippines today

Here are some of the current news in the Philippines today:

Top Stories

  1. COVID-19 Update: The Philippines has reported 1,439 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases to 3,366,411. The Department of Health (DOH) has also reported 14 new deaths, bringing the total number of fatalities to 54,344.
  2. Election 2022: The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has announced that the filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the 2022 national and local elections will start on October 12 and end on October 15.
  3. Typhoon Update: Typhoon Kompasu has made landfall in the Philippines, bringing strong winds and heavy rains to several provinces in the country. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) has placed several areas under a state of calamity.

Politics

  1. Presidential Election: The Philippine presidential election is just around the corner, and several candidates are vying for the top spot. Incumbent President Rodrigo Duterte is not eligible to run for re-election due to term limits.
  2. Senate and House of Representatives Elections: The elections for the Senate and House of Representatives will also take place in 2022. Several incumbent lawmakers are seeking re-election, while others are retiring or running for higher office.

Business

  1. Economic Growth: The Philippine economy has grown by 7.1% in the second quarter of 2021, driven by a strong recovery in the services sector.
  2. Inflation Rate: The inflation rate in the Philippines has risen to 4.9% in August 2021, driven by higher prices of food and other goods.

Sports

  1. FIBA Asia Cup: The Philippines has qualified for the FIBA Asia Cup 2021, which will take place in August 2021 in Indonesia.
  2. PBA: The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has announced its schedule for the 2021-2022 season, which will start on October 24.

Entertainment

  1. K-Drama: The popular Korean drama "Crash Landing on You" has been banned in the Philippines due to its depiction of a North Korean soldier.
  2. Local Music: The Philippine music industry has seen a surge in popularity, with several local artists gaining international recognition.

These are just some of the current news in the Philippines today. For more updates, you can check out local news websites and social media platforms.