China summons Philippine ambassador over coast guard remarks | The wRap

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

• Beijing says Manila should ‘undo negative impact’ of WPS spokesperson’s talk

China summons Philippine ambassador Jaime Florcruz on Thursday, January 22. This, over statements made by Commodore Jay Tarriela, the Philippine Coast Guard’s spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea.

• Leandro Leviste exits MTerra Solar board

Batangas 1st District Representative Leandro Leviste resigns from the board of directors of Terra Solar Philippines. In a statement, MTerra announced that Leviste left the board on Wednesday, January 21, as part of a reorganization of its board of directors.

• Filipinos lost more hours in Metro Manila, Davao City traffic in 2025

Filipinos spent more time stuck in rush-hour traffic in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to the latest TomTom Traffic Index. Out of almost 500 cities across 62 countries, Davao City ranked 12th among those with the worst traffic, while Metro Manila placed 40th.

• BTS fans scramble for tour tickets for new album ‘ARIRANG’

Chart-topping K-pop boy band BTS reveals the title of its highly-anticipated new album, ARIRANG. ‘Arirang’ is a traditional Korean folk song. BTS’ agency BIGHIT Music says the new album explores BTS’ identity and roots.

• Trump touts ‘total access’ Greenland deal as NATO asks allies to step up

U.S. President Donald Trump says he has secured total and permanent U.S. access to Greenland in a deal with NATO. News of the deal came as Trump backed off tariff threats against European allies and ruled out taking Greenland by force. — Rappler.com