Here are this week's #MBRundown Top Stories from April 13 - 19, 2024:

1. A storm dumps record rain across the desert nation of UAE and floods Dubai's airport
2. Iran launches its first direct military attack against Israel
3. Marcos’ relationship status with Duterte family: ‘It’s complicated’
4. Hontiveros to ex-president Duterte: Stop protecting your 'best friend' China
5. China warns Philippines involvement in South China Sea will 'aggravate tensions' ahead of drills