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Rappler is an internationally acclaimed independent news network in the Philippines co founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa. Known for its fearless investigative reporting and commitment to truth it stands as one of the most credible and influential digital media outlets in Southeast Asia.

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Domeng now a severe tropical storm

Domeng now a severe tropical storm

As of Friday evening, May 29, Severe Tropical Storm Domeng (Jangmi) is still projected to stay far from Philippine landmass, but its trough or extension is causing

Police arrest Gawad Kalinga founder Tony Meloto over sex trafficking

Police arrest Gawad Kalinga founder Tony Meloto over sex trafficking

Meloto is arrested in Angat, Bulacan, on the same day a warrant is issued by a regional trial court in Malolos City, Bulacan, with no bail recommended

Davao knocks out NCR, sets up clash with Duterte’s Calabarzon for Palaro hoops crown

Davao knocks out NCR, sets up clash with Duterte’s Calabarzon for Palaro hoops crown

An early three-point barrage helps propel Davao Region past NCR as the Eagles aim to defend their secondary boys' basketball title in the 2026 Palarong Pambansa

Jinggoy Estrada faces third plunder, graft case | The wRap

Jinggoy Estrada faces third plunder, graft case | The wRap

Today’s headlines: Jinggoy Estrada, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Jonvic Remulla

No jail for Jinggoy Estrada — for now

No jail for Jinggoy Estrada — for now

Estrada remains free because his graft is bailable, and the Sandiganbayan division handling the non-bailable plunder case has yet to issue a warrant

CNN files lawsuit against Perplexity alleging unlawful content distribution

CNN files lawsuit against Perplexity alleging unlawful content distribution

The complaint says Perplexity unlawfully copied thousands of CNN stories, videos, and images to power its products and distributes 'identical or substantially similar

Speech development, renewable energy startups headline PhilDev 2026 awardees

Speech development, renewable energy startups headline PhilDev 2026 awardees

ROOTS. Dado Banatao at his alma mater, Malabbac Elementary School in Iguig, Cagayan, which he visited often.

Marcos: What happened to the Senate?

Marcos: What happened to the Senate?

'I don't understand how a Senate is supposed to function if those are the kind of things that the Senate is embroiled in. I hope they figure it out soon,' says

Justice Reform Initiative urges Senate to halt moves for virtual participation

Justice Reform Initiative urges Senate to halt moves for virtual participation

WALKOUT. Minority senators walk out of the plenary session on May 26, 2026, after heated debates on a motion to allow the virtual participation of senators in sessions

FACT CHECK: Lacson remains a senator, did not resign

FACT CHECK: Lacson remains a senator, did not resign

The false claim likely stemmed from a misrepresentation of Lacson's interview with One News, in which the senator says he had considered resigning amid controversies