Alex Eala, Iva Jovic put friendship on pause for US Open showdown
Rapplerby Delfin Dioquino4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Alex Eala faces Iva Jovic in the third round of the US Open, hoping to overcome previous losses to her friend.
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top 66%FACT CHECK: Escudero didn't say prosecution 'fabricated' allegations vs VP Sara
Rapplerby Rappler.com4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - The misleading video clip misrepresented Escudero's statements; he was actually quoting remarks that allegedly violated the sub judice rule — he did not make these statements himself.
[Mind The Gap] A Pinoy TNT’s survival mode: 'Weather-weather lang 'yan!'
Rapplerby Oscar Quiambao4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - The US has tightened immigration policies, making it increasingly difficult for Filipinos to overstay visas or seek asylum, with heightened risks of deportation.
Nation in Motion, Ballots on Pause
Rapplerby Jana Mikaela Delgado Principe4 Sept 2026
Imagine a democratic country that treats your right to choose as a tentative date on a calendar. Something to be crossed out, erased, and rescheduled whenever it becomes convenient.
Stage set for GCash's record P92.3B IPO, October 20 listing eyed
Rapplerby Lance Spencer Yu4 Sept 2026
MANILA, Philippines – GCash has obtained clearance from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to pursue what will likely become the biggest initial public offering (IPO) in Philippine stock...
With FIBA call-up yet to come, Bolick embraces Asian Games opportunity
Rapplerby Delfin Dioquino4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Robert Bolick is eager to represent the Philippines in the upcoming FIBA competition and Asian Games, expressing gratitude for the opportunity.
Court orders arrest of Sara Duterte over grave threats case
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - A Quezon City RTC has issued a warrant of arrest against Vice President Sara Duterte for grave threats, with bail set at P120,000 per count.
Senators agree on adjusted work schedule for impeachment trial, budget hearings
Rapplerby Sundy Locus4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Senators in the Philippines have adjusted their work schedule to accommodate deliberations on the proposed 2027 budget while completing the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara...
Google offers Filipino college students 1 year of AI Plus for free, 400GB storage
Rapplerby Gelo Gonzales4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Google is offering eligible college and university students in the Philippines a free one-year subscription to Google AI Plus, which includes access to premium Gemini tools and 400 GB...
FACT CHECK: AI-manipulated video misrepresents VP Sara counsel's opening statement
Rapplerby Rappler.com4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - A misleading video altered the real opening statement delivered by Sheila Sison, lead counsel for Vice President Sara Duterte, on the first day of the impeachment trial.
[In This Economy] Should Filipinos’ ‘consumption culture’ be blamed for the weak peso?
Rapplerby JC Punongbayan4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - The peso-dollar exchange rate has reached an all-time low of P62.50 per dollar, prompting concerns from policymakers about the peso's depreciation and the limitations of the Bangko...
From leaves to loom, Abra brings indigenous knowledge into classrooms
Rapplerby Mia Magdalena Fokno4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Peñarrubia Integrated School has introduced a specialized curriculum called Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices (IKSP), which includes a Natural Dyeing subject aimed at...
Iran buries victims of reported US wedding attack, fires on Kuwait
Rapplerby Reuters4 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Iranian mourners held a funeral for victims of a US airstrike that reportedly struck a wedding party, resulting in five deaths and nearly 70 injuries.
[OPINION] Will Pax Silica be another proverbial fish that got away for the Philippines?
Rapplerby Den Somera3 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed the Philippines' participation in the US Pax Silica initiative, but progress has been slow and government agencies lack coordination, leading to...
Eala earns swift US Open win vs Oliynykova to reach 3rd round
Rapplerby Delfin Dioquino3 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Alex Eala advanced to the third round of the US Open with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Oleksandra Oliynykova, marking a significant improvement from her previous year's performance.
'Supersized' El Niño may become strongest ever recorded, UN says
Rapplerby Reuters3 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - The El Niño phenomenon is expected to intensify through 2027, potentially becoming the strongest on record, according to the World Meteorological Organization.
Feminist activist Gloria Steinem dies at age 92
Rapplerby Reuters3 Sept 2026
AT A GLANCE - Gloria Steinem, a prominent American feminist writer and activist, passed away at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy of fighting for gender equality and women's rights for over...
Sandiganbayan orders Manuel Bonoan's release after junking of 5th Division cases
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo3 Sept 2026
MANILA, Philippines – The anti-graft court Sandiganbayan ordered the release of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) secretary Manuel Bonoan following the dismissal of his plunder...
DOJ: Minor faces multiple murder charges over Tacloban school shooting
Rapplerby Jelo Ritzhie Mantaring3 Sept 2026
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed multiple murder charges against the 15-year-old student tagged in the June 22 school shooting at San Jose National High School in...
Sandiganbayan again denies Jinggoy Estrada's bid for bail
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo3 Sept 2026
MANILA, Philippines – The anti-graft court Sandiganbayan upheld its resolution to deny Senator Jinggoy Estrada’s request for bail in his flood control-related case.