Duterte blames Trump for record-high inflation in the Philippines

13 Sept 09:05 Key points summarised by AI

President Duterte attributed the Philippines' record-high 6.4% inflation in August to tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, stating the US 'had something to do' with the rising commodity prices.
Duterte acknowledged his lack of economic expertise, delegating the inflation problem to his economic managers while assuring that the government was actively working on solutions.
Analysts largely disagreed with Duterte, with figures like Antonio Valdes blaming the government's own Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion Law for the inflation spike.
Economic managers identified increased costs in electricity, gas, fuels, fish, rice, personal transport, and vegetables as the primary drivers behind the record-high inflation.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.