Philippines News in English

Good morning! It’s 2nd June, and here’s your Philippines daily news capsule.

Jinggoy Estrada committed to Payatas jail as Sandigan orders arrest for plunder, no bail recommended.

PH and Japan firms forge a P210 billion deal for tourism and industrial infrastructure.

Angeles building collapse death toll rises to 13, including a vendor couple.

NBI subpoenas four individuals over Bato dela Rosa’s escape; leads are being pursued.

Sara Duterte seeks dismissal of impeachment articles, calling them defective and unjustified.

Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Cebu set to open soon, according to Vietnam President.

Power barges and gensets are eyed to boost Visayas grid capacity amid ongoing outages.

Typhoon Domeng exits PAR but enhances the southwest monsoon, bringing rainy weather.

DSWD disburses over P8 billion in cash aid to more than 1.6 million PUV drivers nationwide.

Philippines seeks a seat in the UN Security Council, as the race heats up for 2026 elections.

Soaring inflation pushes government borrowing costs higher, raising concerns among financial analysts.

Netflix cancels popular sitcom after just one season, leaving fans disappointed.

Bacolod City police ramp up security for the upcoming FIBA U18 SEABA qualifiers.

Antique provincial board urges proactive campaigns against dengue as cases rise.

Measles vaccination drive set in NCR with both fixed and temporary posts for accessibility.

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