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

• DOH wants symptomatic, vulnerable patients prioritized for COVID-19 testing

The health department wants to prioritize COVID-19 testing to symptomatic patients and vulnerable groups as Filipinos rush to get tested in the face of a surge in cases. 

• 6 years after Ramos backed Duterte, his ex-officials endorse Robredo

Former Cabinet members and officials of former President Fidel Ramos endorse Leni Robredo in the 2022 elections. The move is in contrast to Ramos’ decision in 2016 to support Rodrigo Duterte for president. 

• Marcos Jr. continues to evade $353-million contempt judgment of US court

Documents obtained by Rappler show presidential aspirant Bongbong Marcos continues to evade a multi-million-dollar contempt judgment issued by a United States court in 1995.

• Hidilyn Diaz tests positive for COVID-19 

Philippine weightlifter and Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz tests positive for COVID-19.

• Nadine’s new boyfriend; Jason Momoa-Lisa Bonet breakup

Actress Nadine Lustre goes Instagram official with her long-rumored boyfriend Christophe Bariou. Meanwhile, Hollywood couple Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet split up after four years of marriage. – Rappler.com