Paeng’s agricultural damage reaches P1.3 billion | The wRap

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

• Paeng’s damage to agriculture hits P1.3 billion, likely to push inflation up

The Department of Agriculture says severe tropical storm Paeng wipes out at least P1.3 billion worth of agricultural goods.

• Malaysia questions 18 people arrested at LGBT Halloween party

Malaysia’s Islamic religious authorities question 18 people detained during a Halloween party attended by members of the LGBT community. 

• Danny Javier of Apo Hiking Society dies, 75

Singer-songwriter Danny Javier of the Apo Hiking Society dies on Monday, October 31. He was 75.

• How Filipino celebrities dressed up for Halloween 2022

Once again, Filipino celebrities pull out all the stops this Halloween with their creative ensembles.

• Song Joong-ki and Kim Tae-ri speak up about dating rumors

South Korean actors Song Joong-ki and Kim Tae-ri address dating rumors, denying they are in a relationship in a statement by both their agencies.

• Backstreet Boys returning to Manila for concert

Backstreet’s back, alright! Backstreet Boys is bringing their DNA World Tour 2023 to the Philippines. The ’90s boyband is holding a one-night show at the Mall of Asia Arena on February 20, 2023.

• Queen things: Taylor Swift becomes 1st artist to claim all top 10 spots on Billboard Hot 100

Taylor Swift makes history as the first artist to take over the entire Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, with tracks from her latest album ‘Midnights.’ — Rappler.com