What are the latest news in Philippines? August 31st, 2026
- Weather and Monsoon Flooding: Severe flooding brought by the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) and Tropical Depression Pilandok has inundated parts of Metro Manila, Bulacan, and Pampanga. Malacañang has ordered alternative work and class arrangements across 15 Luzon provinces for September 1. -www.manilatimes.net+ 1——–
- Flood Control Scrutiny and Infrastructure: The Palace issued stern warnings against the theft and sabotage of critical pumping station components amid widespread flood disruption.- Concurrently, lawmakers and local groups have stepped up scrutiny over delayed DPWH flood-control projects and controversial lake reclamation programs. -www.abs-cbn.com+ 1——–
- National Heroes Day Observance: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the nation in marking National Heroes Day, emphasizing unity and reaffirming the country’s stance on sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea.
- Public Health Alerts: The Department of Health reported a surge in leptospirosis cases exceeding 5,000 nationwide, prompting hospitals to open specialized fast lanes following weeks of heavy rains and standing water.- ABS-CBN———
- Sports Highlights: Filipina tennis star Alex Eala continues to draw global attention at the US Open, while pole vaulter EJ Obiena captured gold at the ISTAF Berlin competition. -www.philstar.com——–