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Today’s headlines: Zuleika Lopez, NCAP, Rodante Marcoleta

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• Are you prepared for ‘Typhoon Inday’? 

Vice President Sara Duterte’s chief of staff Zuleika Lopez makes a surprise appearance at the Senate.

• SC junks petitions vs No Contact Apprehension Policy 

The Supreme Court junks petitions challenging the legality of the No Contact Apprehension Policy or N-CAP in Metro Manila.

• Another Sandiganbayan division orders arrest of Marcoleta, Defensor 

Another division of the anti-graft court Sandiganbayan orders the arrest of Senator Rodante Marcoleta and former congressman Mike Defensor. This, for the bailable offense of receiving gifts as public officials.

• US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain 

The U.S. launches fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping, triggering Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain in the latest escalation to derail efforts to end the war.

• ‘The Pitt’ and ‘Hacks’ top 2026 Emmy nominations list 

Emergency room drama ‘The Pitt’ leads this year’s Emmy nominations with 25 votes. – Rappler.com