Velasco elected House Speaker in a coup

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

186 lawmakers elect Velasco as Speaker while House session is suspended

Allies of Marinduque Representative Lord Allan Velasco elected him as House Speaker Monday, October 12.

3-month-old baby, separated from jailed activist mother at birth, dies

Baby River Nasino’s death sparked outrage from progressive groups, calling it a “human tragedy.”

Coronavirus ‘can survive for 28 days on surfaces’ – study

A study by Australia’s national science agency found that coronavirus that causes COVID-19 can survive on items like banknotes and phones for up to 28 days in cool, dark conditions.

Trump: ‘I am immune’ from COVID-19

United States President Donald Trump declared himself ‘immune’ from coronavirus as he goes back to the campaign trail to regain ground against Democrat rival Joe Biden.

Lakers crush Heat to capture 17th NBA championship

The Los Angeles Lakers are the new NBA champions as they picked the Miami Heat apart, 106-to-93, in the Finals’ Game 6 Sunday, October 11, or Monday, October 12 Manila time. – Rappler.com