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Here are the latest news updates from GMA News:

Top Stories

  1. Typhoon Vongfong makes landfall in Eastern Samar: Typhoon Vongfong has made landfall in Eastern Samar, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall to the region. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has raised Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 3 in several provinces.
  2. 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 1,036,143. The DOH has also reported 15 new deaths, bringing the total number of fatalities to 18,444.
  3. Senate approves bill to increase SSS pension: The Senate has approved a bill that aims to increase the pension of Social Security System (SSS) members. The bill, which is now awaiting approval from the House of Representatives, aims to increase the pension of SSS members by 20% to 30%.

National News

  1. DFA confirms presence of Chinese vessels in West Philippine Sea: The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed the presence of Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea. The DFA has called on China to respect the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
  2. NBI files charges against former PNP chief: The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed charges against former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief, Oscar Albayalde, for his alleged involvement in the illegal drug trade.
  3. DOLE orders closure of 2,000 establishments for labor violations: The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has ordered the closure of 2,000 establishments for labor violations. The DOLE has also fined the establishments a total of P100 million.

International News

  1. US and China agree to phase out tariffs: The United States and China have agreed to phase out tariffs on each other's goods. The agreement is seen as a major step towards resolving the trade war between the two countries.
  2. UK and EU reach Brexit deal: The United Kingdom and the European Union have reached a deal on Brexit. The deal, which still needs to be approved by the UK Parliament, aims to avoid a no-deal Brexit.
  3. Iran and US engage in naval standoff: Iran and the United States have engaged in a naval standoff in the Persian Gulf. The standoff has raised tensions between the two countries, which have been at odds over Iran's nuclear program.

Sports

  1. Gilas Pilipinas defeats Indonesia in FIBA Asia Cup: Gilas Pilipinas has defeated Indonesia in the FIBA Asia Cup. The win has boosted the team's chances of advancing to the next round of the tournament.
  2. Manny Pacquiao defeats Keith Thurman: Manny Pacquiao has defeated Keith Thurman in a boxing match. The win has cemented Pacquiao's status as one of the greatest boxers of all time.

Entertainment

  1. Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla announce breakup: Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla have announced their breakup. The couple, who have been together for several years, have released a statement saying that they have decided to go their separate ways.
  2. ABS-CBN files petition to stay operations: ABS-CBN has filed a petition to stay its operations despite the expiration of its franchise. The network has argued that it has not been given a fair chance to renew its franchise and that its closure would be a blow to the country's media industry.

These are the latest news updates from GMA News. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day!