PH on China’s 10-dash line: ‘No basis under int’l law’

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

• Philippines rejects China’s 2023 map: ‘No basis under international law’ 

The Philippines rejects the 2023 version of China’s Standard Map. In a statement, the Philippines’ foreign affairs department says China’s latest map has ‘no basis under international law.’

• 16 dead after fire razes shirt printing shop in Quezon City

A fire razes a t-shirt printing shop in Barangay Tandang Sora, Quezon City early Thursday, August 31. Sixteen died while three survived.

• DOJ temporarily suspends revised travel rules amid concerns

The Justice Department temporarily suspends the revised departure rules for Filipinos traveling abroad.

• Thailand’s billionaire ex-PM Thaksin submits royal pardon request – media

Thailand local media reports billionaire former premier Thaksin Shinawatra submits a request for a royal pardon.

• Filipina peace negotiator Miriam Coronel-Ferrer among 2023 Ramon Magsaysay awardees 

Filipina peace negotiator Miriam Coronel-Ferrer is one of the recipients of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Awards on Thursday, August 31.

• Ticket prices, seat plan: Joji’s ‘Pandemonium’ concert in Manila 

The ticket prices and seat plan for singer Joji’s Pandemonium concert are released on Thursday, August 31.

• Mabuhay, Hallyu fans! Asia Artist Awards 2023 to be held in Philippines

It’s going to be a very merry Christmas for Filipino Hallyu fans! This year’s Asia Artist Awards will be held in the Philippines on December 14 at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan. — Rappler.com