US echoes PH denouncing Chinese vessels in West Philippine Sea | The wRap

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

• US backs PH call on swarming Chinese vessels in West Philippine Sea

The US joins the Philippines in calling on Beijing to keep off the West Philippine Sea and follow the international law of the sea.

• Almost all Filipinos hopeful for 2023

92% of Filipinos say they are hopeful for the new year. Only 8% of Filipino adults surveyed are ambivalent or doubtful about the new year, while less than 1% feel they would face 2023 without hope.

• Trump should face insurrection, obstruction charges, US Capitol riot panel says

The US House committee probing the January 6th attack on Capitol Hill asks federal prosecutors to charge Donald Trump with four crimes for his role in sparking the riot.

• US slaps record penalty on ‘Fortnite’ maker for alleged children’s privacy violation

Epic Games, the business behind online video game Fortnite, will pay $520 million over claims it had improperly gathered children’s personal information and misled users into making purchases.

• Ateneo reclaims lost glory, outguns UP in Game 3 to regain UAAP basketball title

The Ateneo Blue Eagles are back as champions after toppling the UP Fighting Maroons in the UAAP Season 85 finals Game 3. 

• Mamamoo adds Gen Ad seats for Manila 2023 concert

Filipino MOOMOOs, you still have the chance to see Mamamoo live! Concert organizer Wilbros Live announces they’ll be opening the general admission section for the group’s upcoming concert in the Philippines.

• We really, really, really like it: Carly Rae Jepsen to headline Wanderland 2023

After dropping hints for the past weeks, the Wanderland Music & Arts Festival confirms Carly Rae Jepsen is part of their 2023 lineup. — Rappler.com