What are the latest news in Philippines? September 1st, 2026
- VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial: The Senate impeachment trial continues into Day 20, with testimony from military officials regarding Department of Education (DepEd) confidential fund certifications. Philstar.com
- Weather & Tropical Storm Pilandok: Tropical Storm Pilandok and the southwest monsoon (Habagat) continue bringing widespread rains across Luzon and Visayas, triggering localized flooding and health warnings for waterborne diseases like leptospirosis. Philstar.com
- Air Quality & Regional Haze: Environmental authorities reported elevated haze levels affecting parts of Metro Manila and nearby provinces, largely attributed to regional wind patterns carrying smoke from Indonesian land clearing. ABS-CBN
- Fuel Prices & Economy: Fuel companies announced price rollbacks at the pump for gasoline, kerosene, and diesel at the start of September, offset slightly by anticipated increases in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices. Philippines – Inquirer.net