Today on Rappler – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
The Department of Transportation announces commuters will be required to wear face shields – on top of the mandatory face masks – starting August 15.
Etrobal Laborte, a key witness in the Senate’s investigation into the alleged rampant corruption in PhilHealth, backs out of the probe.
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana clarifies social media should not be covered by the controversial anti-terror law.
In Lebanon, two enormous explosions devastate Beirut’s port Tuesday, August 4. It left at least 100 people dead and thousands injured, shaking distant buildings and spreading panic and chaos across the capital.
A quote card claims Vice President Leni Robredo said motorcycle passengers should face backward while riding so barriers would no longer be needed. The claim is FALSE. Robredo did not say this. – Rappler.com
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