Today’s headlines: Rodrigo Duterte, Martin Romualdez, Meta
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
The International Criminal Court has cited evidence of ‘nanlaban’ fake deaths in former president Rodrigo Duterte’s war on drugs as part of the main reasons for continuing his case.
With allegations of bias, former speaker Martin Romualdez is asking the Ombudsman to stop investigating him. Romauldez’s lawyers insist that any complaint against their client should be ‘sent to an independent and impartial body’ without bias.
Lebanon and Israel extend a three-week ceasefire, but attacks continue in Southern Lebanon. US President Donald Trump at the same time says there was a ‘big chance’ the two countries reach a peace agreement this year.
Meta Platforms plans to lay off 8,000 employees or about 10% of the entire company by May 20 to wind down their AI investments. It released an internal memo on Thursday, April 23, and a company spokesperson confirmed the layoffs.
The Cool Smashers reclaim the Creamline dynasty after capturing a record 11th PVL championship against the Cignal Super Spikers on Thursday, April 23. – Rappler.com
