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

• After row with Guanzon, Ferolino says Comelec unaffected by ‘minor’ issues

Comelec commissioner Aimee Ferolino says the credibility of the poll body remains intact amid a backlash over its ruling against the disqualification case against Bongbong Marcos.

• Cher on Leni Robredo: ‘Let women do it’

The ‘Kakampinks’ or the supporters of Vice President Leni Robredo online are ecstatic after American pop star Cher expresses support for the presidential candidate, Wednesday, February 16.

• ‘Protect the vulnerable’: Autism Society slams Alvarez for disability slurs at sortie

The Autism Society Philippines calls out Davao del Norte 1st district representative Pantaleon Alvarez for using disability slurs to poke fun at a political rival. 

• First woman reported cured of HIV after stem cell transplant

A US patient with leukemia becomes the first woman and the third person cured of HIV. The woman received a stem cell transplant from a donor who was naturally resistant to the virus that causes AIDS.

• BTS’ V tests positive for COVID-19

BTS’s V, also known as Kim Taehyung, tests positive for COVID-19. He is being treated at home and waiting for guidelines from health authorities. – Rappler.com