2026 Philippines floods and infrastructure scandal
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Former Philippines lawmaker arrested for pocketing millions in flood aid
The former Philippine lawmaker was arrested from his hospital bed.
The arrested former Philippine lawmaker is a cousin of the president.
A former Philippine lawmaker has been arrested for allegedly stealing millions of dollars intended for flood control projects.
Flash floods sweep away lorry in the Philippines
The Philippines was experiencing torrential monsoon rains.
A lorry was swept away by floodwaters in Rodriguez, Philippines.
According to local media reports, the passengers of the lorry escaped before it fell into a creek.
Philippine Communities Question Use of Flood Control Funds
Al Jazeera's Jamela Alindogan reported from the Northern Philippines regarding inundated communities demanding answers.
Residents stated they are prepared for potential monsoon flooding but expressed anger that funded flood control measures appear not to work.
Severe Flooding in the Philippines Sparks Public Outcry Over Infrastructure Corruption
Residents in the northern Philippines are demanding answers regarding alleged corruption in flood-control projects.
Weeks of monsoon rain have caused flooding in northern Philippines.