Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
The Marcos government orders the shutdown of the Villar family’s Siquijor Power Corporation or SIPCOR, the power provider in Siquijor island.
Only 2 out of the 254 flood control projects of the Department of Public Works and Highways in Quezon City were approved by the city government. In a press conference, QC Mayor Joy Belmonte says she is convinced there are anomalous projects in her city.
Kim Keon-hee, the wife of South Korea’s ousted president Yoon Suk-yeol, has been indicted for bribery and other charges. Both Yoon and Kim have been arrested and are in jail.
A feature documentary spotlighting legendary indigenous tattoo artist Whang-Od and the history behind the body art is making its world premiere at the 2025 Vancouver International Film Festival.
K-pop group AHOF members Steven, Jeongwoo, Woongki, Shuaibo, Han, JL, Juwon, Chih En, and Daisuke are excited to meet their fans in the Philippines. – Rappler.com
