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

- Tolentino says China sanction an ‘honor’: I’ll continue defending PH rights 
- Tito Sotto open to leading minority bloc if not elected Senate president
- ‘Drop in the bucket’: Labor groups say P50 hike in NCR minimum wage not enough
- Manila to declare state of health emergency due to garbage problem
- Beyonce’s flying car malfunctions mid-air during ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour

https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/july-1-2025/