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

• ABS-CBN, TV5 end landmark deal amid political pressure

ABS-CBN and TV5 terminate their business deal, bringing the acquisition from a pause to a full stop. 

• ‘A huge honor’: Robredo chosen as Hauser Leader at Harvard Kennedy School

Former Vice President Leni Robredo is chosen as one of Harvard Kennedy School’s Center for Public Leadership’s Hauser Leaders for the fall 2022 semester.

• Janella Salvador channels Valentina on Metro Magazine cover

Actress Janella Salvador is a standout with her sultry looks on the cover of Metro Magazine as she channels her villainess character Valentina.

• K-pop girl group Lapillus is coming to Manila

Rookie K-pop girl group Lapillus, of which Filipino-Argentinian Chantal Videla is a member, is finally meeting its Filipino fans!

• Serena retirement on hold after win over world No. 2

Serena Williams puts her retirement on pause after beating world No. 2 Anett Kontaveit in the third round of the US Open on Wednesday, August 31.

• On a roll: EJ Obiena strikes gold anew in Germany

The gold rush continues for EJ Obiena as he reigns in Germany anew after topping the St. Wendel City Jump on Wednesday, August 31. – Rappler.com