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

• 36 years after ousting Marcos, Filipinos elect son as president

Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. is poised to be the next president of the Philippines, 36 years after his late dictator father was booted out of Malacañang through a bloodless uprising.

• Actor Robin Padilla top Senate pick, besting political veterans on first try

Robin Padilla is the country’s top pick for senator, besting political veterans and opposition favorites despite having no experience in politics. Meanwhile, reelectionist Risa Hontiveros is the only opposition candidate to make it to the Magic 12. 

• Comelec junks most appeals against presumptive president Marcos Jr.

The Comelec junks with finality four appeals against the presidential candidacy of frontrunner Bongbong Marcos, Jr. 

• Dynasties, reelections dominate Metro Manila races

Similar trends appear across Metro Manila as reelections and dynasties dominate local polls. 

• After elections, celebrities share feelings online

Celebrities take to social media to air their sentiments amid the ongoing release of partial and unofficial election results. – Rappler.com