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

• PCCI, major business groups: Not the right time for Maharlika fund

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry or PCCI joins other major business groups in criticizing the proposed Maharlika Wealth Fund or MWF.

• SOGIE anti-discrimination bill hurdles Senate panel

A Senate panel passes a bill seeking to punish discrimination against persons based on their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics or SOGIESC.

• Higher electricity rates seen as San Miguel ends deal with Meralco

San Miguel Corporation’s power subsidiary terminates its power supply agreement with electricity distributor Meralco.

• John Amores gushes over ‘encouraging’ letter from VP Sara Duterte

Vice President Sara Duterte writes a letter to embattled former Jose Rizal University player John Amores.

• ‘Avatar’ sequel finally premieres 13 years after original

After 13 years, director James Cameron releases the long-awaited sequel to Avatar. Avatar: The Way of Water takes audiences back to the enchanting world of Pandora.

• Harry and Meghan accept ‘Ripple of Hope’ human rights award

Britain’s Prince Harry and wife Meghan accept a human rights award at a “Ripple of Hope” gala in New York, where they were honored for addressing racial injustice and mental health.

• GOT7’s BamBam, Sunmi, Pink Sweat$ to headline Wavy Baby Festival in Cebu

GOT7 member BamBam is reportedly part of the lineup for the Wavy Baby Music Festival happening in Cebu on January 13 & 14, 2023. — Rappler.com