China attempted to block evacuation of sick Philippine soldiers — PCG | The wRap

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• China tried to block evacuation of sick Filipino soldiers in West Philippine Sea – PCG

The Philippine Coast Guard condemns what it calls China’s ‘barbaric and inhumane’ attempt to block and harass a Philippine mission to evacuate sick personnel from the West Philippine Sea.

• Taal volcanic smog hits parts of Batangas after June 6 sulfur dioxide spike

Volcanic smog or vog affects areas near Taal Volcano in Batangas due to high sulfur dioxide emission from the volcano’s main crater.

• Alice Guo wants suspension lifted, says Ombudsman acted on ‘speculations’

Bamban Mayor Alice Guo asks the Ombudsman to rescind her suspension, asserting none of her actions broke any laws.

• Spain requests to intervene in South Africa’s Gaza genocide case against Israel at ICJ

Spain requests to intervene in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel’s actions in Gaza at the International Court of Justice. It joins a small number of countries that wish to intervene including Ireland.

• Ticket prices, seat plan: Dua Lipa’s ‘Radical Optimism’ concert in Philippine Arena

Dua Lipa is coming back to the Philippines for her Radical Optimism tour. The show will be held on November 13 at the Philippine Arena. – Rappler.com