Philippines News in English

Good morning! It’s 19th May, and here’s your Philippines daily news capsule.

President Marcos appoints UP professor Kim Robert de Leon as new budget secretary.

Senator wanted by ICC reportedly remains in the Philippines, raising concerns.

DOJ recommends plunder and graft cases against Estrada and Bonoan over flood control issues.

PhilHealth expands access to care for over 33 million Filipinos through its programs.

Philippine Senate convenes as impeachment court to address vice president amid political turmoil.

House resolution calls for investigation into NGCP and ongoing power outages.

Over 45,000 TNC drivers receive cash aid from DSWD as part of government support.

Marcos Jr. distributes rice aid and scholar grants to families and students in Makati.

Navy seizes P526 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in operations off Basilan.

DSWD releases P9.56 million in cash aid to nearly 2,000 PUJ drivers in Eastern Visayas.

Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship expected to dock in the Netherlands with quarantine measures in place.

American contracts Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, raising health concerns.

Mideast conflict threatens jobs and incomes across the Asia-Pacific region, warns ILO.

Jollibee Group named among TIME’s 100 most influential companies, reflecting global growth.

Alex Eala exits early at the Strasbourg Open, facing defeat against Oleksandra Oliynykova.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!