Today’s headlines: Sara Duterte impeachment, Manuel Bonoan, Alex Eala

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

Former DepEd chief of staff Michael Poa says he didn’t know it was the security officer of Vice President and then-education secretary Sara Duterte who handled the agency’s confidential funds.

The prosecution is considering dropping the article of impeachment alleging Vice President Sara Duterte bribed Department of Education officials.

The Office of the Vice President proposes a budget of over P785 million for 2027. This will fund direct aid programs for citizens, including food, transportation, and school supplies.

The Sandiganbayan 5th Division drops the plunder and graft cases against former Department of Public Works and Highways secretary Manuel Bonoan.

Filipina tennis star Alex Eala makes a strong start in her US Open campaign after defeating American qualifier Mary Stoiana, 6-1, 6-2, in the first round at Louis Armstrong Stadium in New York on Wednesday, September 2, Manila time. – Rappler.com