Filipinos want money over love for Valentine’s Day 2024 | The wRap

Today on Rappler – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• Valentine’s 2024: Survey says more Filipinos want money over love

A Social Weather Stations survey reveals money is the top wish of Filipinos for Valentine’s Day in 2024. This, as Filipinos grapple with the rising prices of goods in recent years.

• Davao de Oro landslide death toll climbs to 54

The number of people killed by a landslide in Maco, Davao de Oro rises to 54 as rescue workers dig more bodies from the mud.

• Comelec eyes 5% increase in registered voters for 2025 polls

The Commission on Elections aims to achieve a 5% increase in the number of registered voters nationwide for the upcoming May 2025 local elections.

• Israel frees 2 hostages in Rafah under cover of air strike; health officials say 37 killed

Israel launches a special forces operation freeing two Israeli hostages in Rafah amid airstrikes on Monday, February 12, which Gaza health officials say killed 37 people and wounded dozens in Rafah.

• Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque confirm breakup in light of ‘insults,’ ‘ridiculous stories’

Celebrity couple Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque confirm the end of their relationship.

• Taylor Swift shares the glare with Kelce, Mahomes as Chiefs rule Super Bowl

Pop superstar Taylor Swift joins the Kansas City Chiefs fans in celebrating the teams victory at the 58th Super Bowl held in Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. — Rappler.com