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Wednesday, 30 September · 26 stories
Nation
SC junks petitions vs conviction voting threshold | The wRap
Today’s headlines: Sara Duterte, Poa and Panelo, Alex Eala
Fact Check wRap: False news about the impeachment trial in September
False news peddlers are back with the same antics but new lies on social media
FACT CHECK: No P50-M fine on users for improper social media use under House bill
House Bill No. 9965, or the proposed Children’s Social Media Safety Act, seeks to impose fines on social media platforms violating child safety standards — not on individual users
Supreme Court junks petitions vs adjusted impeachment voting threshold
The High Court dismisses the petitions due to technicalities
FACT CHECK: No SC order dismissing ongoing impeachment proceedings vs VP Sara
The Vice President’s impeachment trial is ongoing and has not been dismissed
In the Public Square: Taking the fight to the dynasties
How did Philippine politics get this way? And what can be done to change it?
Why was there a misunderstanding between Michael Poa and Paolo Panelo?
'Just to set the record straight, I didn't agree with him on anything as to lokohan (clownery) or anything like that,' Poa says
The Gracioso affidavit: Ex-cop claims he delivered millions to Sara Duterte
'I do not know Rodulfo Gracioso Jr., nor have I ever received any money from him,' says Vice President Duterte
NUP decries alleged withholding of infra, social aid funds, seeks quick release
'The practice of punishing districts and communities for any opinions or votes contrary to majority positions that are expressed by their representatives should be ended,' NUP says
Should Sara Duterte be admonished for barbed remarks outside impeachment court?
After being admonished by the impeachment court, prosecutor Jay Tolosa asks senator-judges to look at Vice President Sara Duterte too: Why is she getting away with her own biting comments?
Regions
Who will be BARMM’s first elected chief minister?
The new members the BARMM parliament enter a period of negotiations before choosing their chief minister on October 30, when they hold their first regular session
Who will be BARMM’s first elected chief minister?
The new members the BARMM parliament enter a period of negotiations before choosing their chief minister on October 30, when they hold their first regular session
Rappler Talk: Naguib Sinarimbo on the work ahead for BARMM’s first elected parliament
Rappler reporter Iya Gozum talks with Bangsamoro member of parliament-elect Naguib Sinarimbo on navigating the politics of building coalitions and the future Cabinet
Business
Leandro Leviste’s ABS-CBN stake is shrinking, and so is everyone else’s
The expansion of the equity pie alters the corporate math for all outsiders
[In This Economy] Investment options sa panahon ng mataas na inflation
Marami nang options ngayon sa pag-iinvest. Piliin ang produktong bagay sa goals mo at sa kung kailan mo kailangan ang pera.
World
Iran urges US voters to vote out Trump’s allies in election
While it is unlikely to sway US voters, Iran identifies issues that US political analysts say are working against Donald Trump and the Republicans ahead of November 3 congressional elections
China vows response if EU introduces moves targeting Chinese trade
The tool amounts to a 'typical protectionist and unilateralist measure,' and will disrupt stability of China-EU trade, the Chinese commerce ministry says
US forces exit Iraq, emboldening Iran’s proxies and Islamic State
The withdrawal, viewed as a victory by Iran, was agreed upon in 2024 and marks a significant moment 23 years after the US-led invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein
Technology
OpenAI takes on Meta with dots agent in autonomous AI push
OpenAI's dots agents aim to capitalize on growing demand for agents that can handle everyday work with little supervision
Sports
EJ Obiena ‘reborn’ after record-breaking Asian Games triumph
After two years of career struggles, EJ Obiena now sees pole vault in a different light, with his resurgence reaching a golden high as he claims his second Asian Games title
Chasing her ‘best version,’ Alex Eala reaches Asian Games semis for sure medal
Alex Eala knows the risk of losing, but that mindset keeps her at the top of her game as she disposes of Chinese Taipei's Joanna Garland to secure at least a bronze in the 2026 Asian Games
Carlo Paalam earns shot at ending PH’s 16-year wait for Asian Games boxing gold
Cagayan de Oro pride Carlo Paalam squeaks past reigning world champion Makhmud Sabyrkhan of Kazakhstan to advance to the final of the men's 55kg division in the 2026 Asian Games
Entertainment
Rappler Live Jam: Julie Anne San Jose
Don't miss Julie Anne San Jose perform her latest releases on Live Jam!
Opinion
[Be The Good] Does your community want a chat room on Muni?
We need more people leaving the 'old' enshittified internet, and choosing better alternatives
[Rear View] DDS senators have the numbers to acquit. Why aren’t they cheering?
The Senate minority's survival now depends on the Ombudsman, the justice department, The Hague, and the Supreme Court
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