ICC upholds jurisdiction over Duterte case | The wRap

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• ICC denies Duterte appeal, clears way for possible trial

The International Criminal Court appeals chamber denies the appeal of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte and upholds its jurisdiction over his case.

• Sara Duterte impeachment: Trillanes links VP’s family to ‘drug lord’ payouts 

Former senator Sonny Trillanes claims Vice President Sara Duterte and her family received over P100 million in payouts from alleged drug lord Sammy Uy. 

• Trump declares Iran ceasefire extension with peace talks in doubt

United States President Donald Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran indefinitely to allow peace talks to continue.

• Why a haze is blanketing Metro Cebu

Cebu Province announces on April 22 via its Facebook page the Air Quality Index of the metropolitan area has improved to 98, placing conditions in the ‘fair’ or moderate range.

• What we know so far about Finlayson’s squirrels

Increased sightings of Finlayson’s squirrels around Metro Manila spark concern among residents and the environment department.-Rappler.com