Malacañang sounds alarm over Marcos deepfake audio | The wRap

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

• Malacañang flags deepfake audio of Marcos ordering military attack

The Presidential Communications Office warns against an ‘audio deepfake’ that made it appear President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the military to ‘act against a particular foreign country.’

• PNP firearms office recommends revocation of Quiboloy’s gun license

The Philippine National Police Firearms and Explosives Office recommends the revocation of the gun license of fugitive preacher Apollo Quiboloy.

• Former Senator Rene Saguisag dies at 84

Former senator Rene Saguisag dies at 84 years old. The Senate flies its flag at half-mast on Wednesday, April 24 to mourn his passing.

• Scorching heat pushes Pangasinan town to adopt 4-day work week

Officials of Binmaley in Pangasinan move to implement a four-day working schedule in its government offices. 

• Art is…pre-approved? Filipinos online slam BGC for Banksy Universe promotion

Bonifacio Global City draws flak after promoting the exhibit of graffiti artist and activist Banksy, then says all street art must be ‘pre-approved and permitted.’ — Rappler.com