Here’s the news from The World Tonight this October 20, 2025

Headlines:
– Ombudsman to probe anomalous flood control projects
– Ombudsman orders 204 new hires to reapply
– Groups urge Ombudsman to probe VP’s confidential funds
– New jail facility for high-profile corruption suspects
– Cardinal David counsels lawmakers linked to flood control mess
– VP Duterte pushes for digital transformation to fight corruption
– Business groups want more action on corruption
– Independent commission denies US meddling in probe
– P271-B questionable projects in 2026 DPWH budget flagged
– Sen. Lacson offered to chair Blue Ribbon Committee again
– Ombudsman reopens Pharmally corruption cases
– Plunder and graft complaints filed vs. Mayor Singson
– Court junks libel complaint of Atong Ang vs. whistleblower
– US says Gaza ceasefire still in place despite violence
– Collusion of officials, Chinese syndicates in agri smuggling alleged
– GSIS President Veloso rejects calls for his resignation
– Malacañang to review calls to sack Veloso
– Philippine shares start the week in the red
– Final Word Tonight

With Reports from: 
Tony Velasquez

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