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

• Del Rosario reminds Duterte gov’t: Presidents must defend what’s ours

Former foreign secretary Albert del Rosario reminds the government it is President Rodrigo Duterte’s job to lead the fight against China’s encroachment in the West Philippine Sea.

• ‘Democracy cannot survive, much less flourish, without a free press’ – Robredo

On World Press Freedom Day, Vice President Leni Robredo calls for the protection of press freedom and highlights the crucial role that journalists play in the age of disinformation.

• India’s COVID-19 case total nears 20 million

India reports more than 300,000 new coronavirus cases on Monday, May 3, nearing the 20 million mark. But medical experts say real numbers across the country may be five to 10 times higher than the official tally.

• Vanessa Bryant honors late daughter Gianna with Mambacita clothing line

Vanessa Bryant, the widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, commemorates the 15th birthday of their late daughter Gianna with her own clothing line ‘Mambacita.’

• ‘I kept trying’: Julia Barretto, Dennis Padilla open up about hurt, healing

Julia Barretto opens up about how she fought to maintain a good relationship with her father Dennis Padilla. – Rappler.com