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

• Brownlee fails Asian Games drug test after historic Gilas title romp

Gilas Pilipinas’ naturalized player Justin Brownlee fails an ‘in-competition anti-doping’ test.

• Another Filipino worker confirmed killed in Israel-Hamas war

Another Filipino worker, a 49-year-old woman, is among those killed near the Gaza-Israel border when Hamas attacked on October 7.

• Another ‘pastillas’ scam? Blacklisted foreigners go in, out of PH for P150K

The Justice department uncovers another scam in the Bureau of Immigration, this time involving blacklisted foreigners, who fly in and out the Philippines after paying a hefty fee.

• Maranao group leader, activists slam Duterte’s Gaza cemetery remark

A Marawi leader and human rights activists lambast former president Rodrigo Duterte’s comment on the Gaza conflict.

• Hundreds of celebrities sign letter in support of Israel

Over 700 people from the entertainment industry, including actors Gal Gadot, Michael Douglas, and Jerry Seinfeld sign an open letter in support of Israel in its conflict with Hamas.

• Ben&Ben’s Toni Muñoz diagnosed with Bell’s palsy

Ben&Ben percussionist Toni Muñoz shares she has been diagnosed with Bell’s palsy.

• Taylor Swift in attendance at Chiefs game for 3rd time

Pop star Taylor Swift attends the Kansas City Chiefs game for a third time, amid rumors of a relationship with football tight end Travis Kelce. — Rappler.com