INQToday: PH files diplomatic protest vs China over harassment of PAF plane in WPS

Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories:

PH files diplomatic protest vs China over harassment of PAF plane in WPS

The Philippine government files a diplomatic protest against China following the recent harassment of a Philippine Air Force plane by two Chinese Air Force aircraft while it was flying over the country’s territorial waters near Scarborough Shoal in the West Philippines Sea.

Paolo Duterte wants periodic drug tests for all government officials

Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo Duterte files a bill that seeks to require drug tests for all government officials every six months.

Leptospirosis cases on the rise with 255 new patients, says DOH

Leptospirosis patients are increasing with 255 fresh cases recorded from July 21 to August 3, according to the Department of Health.