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Oct. 8, 2026 roundup: Sara, Duterte and COA lead Philippine news

The day's top stories from the Philippines: 90 reports from 6 news organizations, plus weather for 12 cities, showbiz chismis and trending keywords.

By Balita Ngayon Newsdesk · Published · Updated PHT

As of 3:00 AM Philippine time on Thursday, October 8, 2026, Balita Ngayon has tracked 90 reports from 6 Philippine news organizations. The most-covered topics today are Sara (10 reports), Duterte (9 reports), COA (8 reports), Palace (7 reports) and AI (8 reports). Every headline below links to the original report by its publisher.

Panahon · Weather

Metro Manila can expect thunderstorm today, with temperatures between 25°C and 30°C and a 97% chance of rain. The hottest of the 12 cities we track is Laoag at up to 34°C. Heavy rain or thunderstorms are possible in Metro Manila, Baguio, Cebu, Cagayan de Oro and Davao. Always follow PAGASA advisories for official warnings.

🔥 Uso ngayon · Trending

Sara 10Duterte 9COA 8Palace 7AI 8Remulla 7Marcos 6OVP 5Respicio 5Cebu 5Leviste 5UAAP 5

Balita · Top News

  1. Sara Duterte impeachment trial Day 35: No hand in joint bank accounts, payoutGMA News · 1:56 AMThe camp of Vice President Sara Duterte distanced her from the activities recorded under her BPI joint account with her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, involving purchased and unused manager"s checks and a…
  2. COA turns down OVP defense of funds useThe Manila Times · 12:20 AMTHE Commission on Audit (COA) has denied with finality Vice President Sara Duterte’s motion for reconsideration over the P73.287-million disallowance involving the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) confidential…
  3. Marcos’ Grand Prix trip not on govt expense – PalaceThe Manila Times · 12:16 AMPHILIPPINE Ambassador to Singapore Medardo Macaraig said no taxpayers’ money would be spent on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s attendance at the Singapore Grand Prix this weekend. ​The Singapore Grand Prix is a Formula…
  4. Palace seeks probe on Gracioso’s claimsPhilstar · 12:00 AMMalacañang has called for a deeper probe into the claims of dismissed policeman Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. that he delivered more than P2 billion in cash to Vice President Sara Duterte and members of her…
  5. 3 lalaki, patay matapos ma-trap sa sewage treatment plant ng isang hotel sa Davao CityGMA News · 12:56 AMNasawi ang tatlong lalaki na miyembro ng engineering team ng isang hotel sa Davao City matapos silang ma-trap habang nagsasagawa ng maintenance work sa lifting station ng gusali noong madaling araw ng Lunes.

Chismis · Showbiz

  1. Glaiza De Castro at Matt Lozano, kontra sa live-in setup bago ikasal?GMA Showbiz · 1:05 AMMainit na usapan ang naganap sa nakaraang episode ng GMA Comedy original game show na The People Have Spoken. Ang tanong: "Para subukan kung magwo-work ang relasyon, mas okay daw na mag-live in muna ang magkasintahan…
  2. Apl.de.Ap, tinangkang ligawan si Nicole Scherzinger pero 'di itinuloy matapos siyang tawaging 'kuya'GMA Showbiz · 12:17 AMMasayang ikinuwento ni Apl.de.Ap na minsan niyang binalak na pormahan si Nicole Scherzinger pero 'di na niya itinuloy matapos siya nitong tawaging 'kuya."
  3. Martin Nievera, Italian violinist bring ‘Christmas in Manila’ to lifeThe Manila Times · 12:04 AMConcert King Martin Nievera has teamed up with Italian maestro and violinist Alessio Benvenuti for “Christmas in Manila,” a new holiday song that celebrates local traditions through the eyes of a musician who fell in…
  4. Ice Seguerra sings his way back to Broadway and DisneyThe Manila Times · 12:03 AMAt seven, OPM icon Ice Seguerra was taking voice lessons at the UP College of Music and singing a Disney princess’s song at his recital. His choice was “Part of Your World” from “The Little Mermaid” — an early glimpse…

Sports · Sports

  1. Joaquin Tovera astang beterano, De La Salle tinuhog ang AteneoAbante Tonite · 1:47 AMPinangunahan ni Joaquin Tovera ang De La Salle sa panalo kontra Ateneo sa UAAP 89 Men's Basketball Tournament.
  2. Schonny Winston humarurot, NLEX 60 tinambak vs MacauAbante Tonite · 1:09 AMPinangunahan ni Schonny Winston at ng bagong import na si Deonte Burton ang 60-puntos na paglampaso ng NLEX laban sa Macau sa PBA 50 Governors Cup.
  3. Adamson tops UP for first victoryThe Manila Times · 12:06 AMADAMSON University outlasted the University of the Philippines (UP), 67-60, to clinch its first win in the UAAP Season 89 Collegiate Women’s Basketball Tournament on Wednesday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City…
  4. mWell puts mental health at center of UAAP community wellnessPhilstar · 12:00 AM Mental health goes beyond the playing court – it affects students, athletes, alumni, coaches and supporters across the UAAP community.
  5. Starstruck Eala links up with idol SharapovaThe Manila Times · 12:09 AMFOR the first time since she was a kid, Alexandra “Alex” Eala met her idol and tennis great Maria Sharapova. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Sharapova shared behind-the-scenes footage from Eala’s guest appearance on…

Probinsya · Regions

  1. Respicio tests negative, seeks refund from RemullaThe Manila Times · 1:49 AMSHORTLY after Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla’s challenge, Reina Mercedes, Isabela Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio on Wednesday, Oct. 7, immediately submitted himself to an extensive and expensive drug test, where…
  2. Cebu Landmasters enters new phase as leadership, expansion reshape growth storyBusinessWorld · 12:05 AMFor Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI), its 23rd year marks more than another milestone in the company’s growth. It…
  3. DA to build vegetable processing facility in BenguetThe Manila Times · 1:43 AMTHE Department of Agriculture (DA) has ordered the establishment of a postharvest and vegetable processing facility within the Benguet Agri-Pinoy Trading Center (BAPTC) in La Trinidad, Benguet, to curb spoilage and…

This roundup is compiled automatically from headlines published by Philippine news organizations and from Open-Meteo forecast data. Headlines and summaries belong to their publishers — follow the links for the full stories. See our publishing principles.