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

• End of COVID-19 pandemic is ‘in sight’ – WHO chief

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Wednesday, September 14, says the end of the COVID-19 pandemic is ‘in sight.’

• Sara Duterte tells Marcos, Congress: Give me P100B, I’ll fix education in 6 years

Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte asks President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Congress for an extra P100 billion budget for the Department of Education. 

• In House hearing, Marcoleta complains about ‘bashing’ for pushing P1,000 CHR budget

SAGIP Representative Rodante Marcoleta uses the House budget hearing on Thursday, September 15, to air his personal gripes for the “bashing” he got in his past controversies.

• Leaping to the next level: EJ Obiena returns home to rest, refocus on Olympic bid

Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena returns to the Philippines to rest and refocus on claiming a podium spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

• Thousands pass Queen Elizabeth’s coffin as she lies in state in London

Mourners from all walks of life file past the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II through the night as she lies in state in London’s ancient Westminster Hall. 

• ‘Can’t do this anymore’: Demi Lovato says current tour will be her last

Demi Lovato announces her current Holy Fvck music tour will be her last.

• ‘Just woke up’: ‘Drag Den Philippines’ hints at release

After months of silence, Drag Den Philippines hints that the show is still underway, posting an update on Twitter on September 13. – Rappler.com

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