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

- Sarah Discaya arrested over P96-M ghost project in Davao Occidental
- ABS-CBN settles money dispute with TV5, signs deal with Villar’s ALLTV
- Alex Eala captures breakthrough SEA Games gold after dominant win in women's singles
- Filipinas end Vietnam reign, capture first-ever SEA Games crown after thrilling shootout
- Islay Bomogao, LJ Rafael Yasay add to PH's SEA Games haul with muay golds

https://www.rappler.com/video/daily-wrap/december-18-2025/