Red onion pricier as New Year approaches | The wRap

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

• Red onion SRP raised to P250 per kilo; market prices remain much higher 

The suggested retail price for red onions is now set to P250 per kilo, up from its previous price of P170. But the prices in the market is even higher, reaching up to P700 per kilogram.

• Watch what you consent to: Telcos may use SIM registration data for marketing

Data privacy advocates warn users must be mindful of what they consent to while registering their SIM cards. Some telcos include the option to use their information for marketing and analytics purposes.

• Libreng Sakay may return; transport group opposes EDSA Carousel privatization

The government is looking to extend its Libreng Sakay program in 2023 while also eyeing to privatize the EDSA Carousel by the 3rd quarter.

• Suu Kyi’s secretive Myanmar trials end with 7 more years of jail

A Myanmar military court adds another 7 years to Aung San Suu Kyi’s sentence for a total of at least 33 years, effectively delivering a life sentence to the deposed leader.

• Celebrity deaths: Soccer star Pele and fashion designer Vivienne Westwood

Legendary Brazilian football player Pele dies on Thursday, December 29. British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood also dies on Thursday.

• iKON leaves YG Entertainment

All six members of K-pop group iKON are leaving YG Entertainment. The boys will still be continuing their activities as iKON and will continue to interact with its fanbase on social media and Weverse. – Rappler.com