Monday update

What you need to know this morning, September 30

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1. LPA turns into tropical depression ‘Quedan.’ Rains again threaten the country as a low pressure area off Visayas turned into a tropical depression late Sunday, state weather forecasters said.

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2. Don’t go home yet, Zamboanga City residents told. The heavy fighting in Zamboanga City may be over, but homes remain empty as residents are advised to stay out of their homes during clearing operations.

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3. Mitoy Yonting wins ‘The Voice of the Philippines.’ After weeks of tough “battle rounds” and “live shows”, Team Lea’s Mitoy Yonting was hailed the first-ever “The Voice of the Philippines” grand champion.

4. Kobe Paras wins FIBA slam dunk contest. Team Philippines failed to advance to the knockout stages of the FIBA U18 3x3 World Championships in Jakarta, Indonesia, but Kobe Paras won the slam dunk contest following a spectacular stunt.

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5. How to avoid a scam. Con-men have always sought out new ways and means to deceive people into believing their tall tales, so here are a few tips and tricks that you can practice to avoid getting caught up in a scam.