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

• Police ‘reject’ release order, then free 83 in Tarlac farming activity

After spending three days in detention, 83 farmers and land reform advocates are finally freed in Tarlac province on Sunday, June 12.

• DOH: COVID-19 cases up by 30.4% on June 6 to 12

The Department of Health says on Monday, June 13, COVID-19 cases reported on June 6 to 12 were 30.4% higher compared to the previous week.

• Philippines to open embassy in Ukraine

Philippine Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. announces “long overdue” plans for the Department of Foreign Affairs to set up an embassy in Ukraine.

• Another EGOT winner is born: Jennifer Hudson snags Tony Award

Singer-actress Jennifer Hudson brings home her first Tony Award for her stellar co-production of the broadway musical “A Strange Loop,” making her the 17th celebrity in history to achieve EGOT status. 

• The best looks at the MEGA Ball 2022

The MEGA Ball makes its dazzling return on Sunday, June 12, as top Filipino celebrities and personalities in the local fashion industry gather at the Manila Marriott Hotel. – Rappler.com

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