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Today’s stories
- Thousands of users report Facebook, Messenger outageFacebook and Messenger faced a global outage on June 12, with users reporting access issues and Downdetector also experiencing technical problems.
- Ateneo coach Baldwin: I am sorry to the depth of my being | The wRapAteneo coach Tab Baldwin apologizes for player deaths, Philippines defense chief faces Chinese sanctions, South Korea ex-president gets 30-year sentence, and Taylor Swift is inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame.
- Tab Baldwin apologizes for Baterbonia, Adili deaths: ‘I failed’Ateneo head coach Tab Baldwin apologized for the drowning deaths of two players, admitting failure and expressing deep sorrow, while facing legal actions.
- After record IPO, Musk’s SpaceX faces next test in market debutSpaceX's record $75 billion IPO made it the world's most valuable company, valuing it at $1.77 trillion, despite a $5 billion loss last year. The stock's performance will be closely watched, with analysts debating its valuation and potential volatility.
- ‘Back to zero tayo’: MSU-GenSan reels from P870-M quake damageMindanao State University-General Santos City (MSU-GenSan) faces P870 million in earthquake damage, with nearly 90% of offices repaired before the quake, leading to significant setbacks. Some buildings remain salvageable, but the university seeks government aid for recovery.
- Trump says Iran war deal close as Strait of Hormuz tensions lingerUS President Donald Trump claims a deal to end the Iran war may be signed soon, potentially opening the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran states it has not finalized the agreement. Tensions persist as US forces down Iranian drones and Iran blocks a tanker.
- MILF party loses Cotabato mayor in pre-election setbackCotabato Mayor Bruce Matabalao resigned from the United Bangsamoro Justice Party, a setback for the MILF-affiliated party ahead of the Bangsamoro region's first parliamentary elections.
- South Korea court sentences ex-president Yoon to 30-year jail term in drone caseA South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk-yeol to 30 years in prison for abuse of power and aiding the enemy related to a drone incident that preceded his failed 2024 martial law declaration.
- What does China plan to do in Bajo de Masinloc?Philippine officials report a floating platform in Bajo de Masinloc, which they believe is for scientific research, but experts fear it could lead to militarization similar to Mischief Reef.
- [OPINION] Tyranny of the minority in Philippine shipping industry?A Philippine shipping industry opinion piece argues that Executive Order 1088 has led to a 'tyranny of the minority' by protecting local harbor pilots at the expense of the industry's majority, causing inefficiencies and inflation. The article calls for abrogating the order and replacing it with a new bill to liberalize pilotage services and reduce conflicts of interest.
- The Freedom we still owe each OtherThe article reflects on the complexities of freedom and democracy in the Philippines, highlighting the gap between theoretical freedoms and their practical implementation, and the ongoing struggles for accountability and justice.
- Ateneo: No weights involved in basketball players’ drowning | The wRapAteneo de Manila University stated that no weights were involved in the drowning of two of its basketball players.
- China sanctions defense chief Gibo TeodoroChina has sanctioned Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., his wife, and son, barring them from entering China and engaging in activities with Chinese entities. The move follows Teodoro's critical remarks about China's actions in the South China Sea and its relations with the Philippines.
- Ateneo educators urge school officials, team coaching staff to come forward ‘in person’Ateneo educators urge school officials and Blue Eagles coaching staff to address the deaths of two basketball players in person, calling for transparency and accountability following the incident during a team-building activity.
- Rappler Live Jam: Sean ArcherSean Archer will perform songs from his latest EP, 'Kung Ano Ano,' on Rappler Live Jam on June 11.