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• Of top presidential bets, Marcos the only one who won’t release SALN

Presidential aspirant Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. says he will not be publicizing his Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN), making him the only one out of the top presidential bets to refuse to release this document.

• Top presidential bets except Marcos Jr. face tough first interview

Top presidential aspirants, except Marcos Jr., face their first interview with GMA News anchor Jessica Soho in a three-hour program on Saturday, January 22.

• COVID-19 growth decreases in NCR, surges in Cebu City, Davao City – Octa

An Octa Research report says new COVID-19 cases fell by 30% in Metro Manila from January 15 to 21. But, the report says other areas are still experiencing upward surges, including Cebu City, Davao City, and other highly urbanized cities in the provinces.

• EJ Obiena officially declines PSC mediation, accuses PATAFA of ‘bad faith’

Philippine Olympian EJ Obiena decides not to enter into a mediation offered by the Philippine Sports Commission in his conflict with the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA).

• ‘Hindi ka minahal, ginamit ka lang’: Kris Aquino denies reconciliation with Mel Sarmiento

Actress Kris Aquino refutes rumors of her possible reconciliation with ex-fiancé Mel Senen Sarmiento. – Rappler.com