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Here are the latest news updates from the Philippines:

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  1. COVID-19 cases surge in Metro Manila: The Philippines reported a record-high 14,035 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, with Metro Manila accounting for the majority of the cases. (Philippine Daily Inquirer)
  2. Duterte signs law creating Department of Disaster Resilience: President Rodrigo Duterte has signed Republic Act No. 11569, which creates the Department of Disaster Resilience to strengthen the country's disaster response and preparedness. (GMA News)
  3. Peso weakens to 54.5 per US dollar: The Philippine peso weakened to 54.5 per US dollar on Tuesday, its lowest level in over two years, due to the country's high inflation rate and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the economy. (BusinessWorld)
  4. Lacson files bill to abolish PNP: Senator Panfilo Lacson has filed a bill seeking to abolish the Philippine National Police (PNP) and replace it with a new police force. (Rappler)
  5. Typhoon Vongfong makes landfall in Eastern Samar: Typhoon Vongfong made landfall in Eastern Samar on Tuesday, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to the region. (Philippine Star)

Regional News

  1. Cebu City to impose stricter curfew: Cebu City will impose a stricter curfew from 10 PM to 4 AM starting March 15 to prevent the spread of COVID-19. (SunStar Cebu)
  2. Davao City to reopen borders: Davao City will reopen its borders to travelers from March 15, but with strict health protocols in place. (Mindanao Times)
  3. Ilocos Norte to implement 'no vaccination, no entry' policy: Ilocos Norte will implement a "no vaccination, no entry" policy for all establishments and public places starting March 15. (Philippine Daily Inquirer)

Sports

  1. Gilas Pilipinas to play in FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, will play in the FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers in February 2023. (Rappler)
  2. PBA to resume games in March: The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) will resume its games in March, with the league announcing a revised schedule. (Sports Illustrated)

Entertainment

  1. Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla to star in new movie: Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla will star in a new movie, "The House Arrest of Us", which will be released on Netflix. (Philippine Daily Inquirer)
  2. ABS-CBN to launch new TV series: ABS-CBN will launch a new TV series, "Marry Me, Now!", starring Kim Chiu and Xian Lim. (GMA News)

These are just some of the latest news updates from the Philippines. Stay informed and stay safe!