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

• Senate panel to probe NAIA air traffic system glitch

The Senate will conduct a probe into the technical glitch that halted over 300 flights on New Year’s Day at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport or NAIA.

• DOH orders ‘heightened alert’ for COVID-19 among China travelers

The Department of Health issues an “extremely urgent” memorandum ordering intensified border controls at all ports of entry in the Philippines.

• Pope Francis calls Benedict XVI noble, kind man who was gift to the world

In a New Year’s Eve homily, Pope Francis calls former pope Benedict XVI a noble, kind man who was a gift to the Church and the world.

• Pacquiao returns to ring in 2023 with Japanese MMA promotion

Boxing legend and former senator Manny Pacquiao will again set foot in the ring this 2023 in an exhibition bout organized by Japanese mixed martial arts promotion Rizin Fighting Federation.

• Let’s volt in! GMA releases full trailer for ‘Voltes V: Legacy’

TV network GMA releases the first full trailer for Voltes V: Legacy, giving fans a longer look at the highly anticipated series adaptation.

• LOOK: Ben&Ben’s Agnes Reoma and Pat Lasaten are engaged

Philippine folk pop group Ben&Ben’s keyboardist Pat Lasaten and lead bassist Agnes Reoma are engaged. The couple say the engagement happened in July.

• Confirmed! Lee Jong-suk and IU are dating

It’s official: South Korean actor Lee Jong-suk and singer-actress IU are in a relationship. South Korean entertainment site Dispatch claims the two have been together for four months. – Rappler.com