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Today on Rappler – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• House seeks probe on DepEd learning materials held hostage by Transpac

Makabayan bloc lawmakers call for an investigation into the billions worth of learning materials the Department of Education has allegedly failed to deliver to intended beneficiaries.

• Philippines gets a seat in inaugural board of loss and damage fund

The Philippine government secures a seat on the inaugural board of the loss and damage fund for climate change vulnerable countries.

• Jeepney drivers fight Marcos’ ‘unjust’ modernization push as deadline nears

Jeepney drivers kick off a two-day strike as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. sets a hard deadline for public utility vehicle operators to modernize their fleet.

• Pinoy pride! Filipino cuisine among 100 Best Cuisines in the World according to Taste Atlas

Filipino cuisine earns the 33rd place among the 100 Best Cuisines in the World for 2023 with a rating of 4.35 out of 5 stars!

• Google names BTS, BLACKPINK all-time most-searched music groups

Tech giant Google announces K-pop sensations BTS and BLACKPINK are the most searched boy and girl bands in the 25-year history of Google searches.

• SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan to sit out of ‘FOLLOW’ tour in Bulacan

PLEDIS Entertainment announces SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan will be sitting out of the group’s FOLLOW tour in Bulacan.

• Stunning red carpet looks at the Asia Artist Awards 2023

The Asia Artist Awards 2023 sees numerous stars from South Korea, Japan, China, and the Philippines come together for a night of exciting performances and a celebration of achievements in entertainment. — Rappler.com