One Dead, Hundreds Arrested in Philippine Anticorruption Protests

Thousands protested in Manila over alleged corruption tied to multibillion-peso flood control projects, resulting in 224 arrests (including minors), numerous injuries, and reported property damage and arson. Authorities and health officials provided differing injury tallies, while the presidency signaled willingness to be investigated amid allegations that funds were diverted and campaign contributions were received from contractors. Greenpeace and media reports highlighted large-scale losses from climate-tagged spending, underscoring public anger over corruption during climate-related crises.