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Habagat brings rain, wind to North Luzon; tropical cyclone forms east-northeast

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced that the Southwest Monsoon or Habagat will affect Northern Luzon and other parts of the country on Saturday.

Marcos signs EO transferring Sulu from BARMM to Zamboanga Peninsula

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed Executive Order (EO) 91 on July 30, transferring Sulu from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to Zamboanga Peninsula.

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Marcos establishes innovation hub in Biñan, designates protected area in Quezon

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has established an innovation hub in Biñan, Laguna and designated a new protected area in San Francisco, Quezon.

DILG proposes all-day ban on street parking in Metro Manila; lawyers group supports partial ban

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) is considering an all-day ban on public street parking in Metro Manila to improve traffic congestion, but a lawyers' group supports only a partial ban during rush hours.

Tropical cyclone forms northeast of PH, no immediate threat

A tropical depression near Extreme Northern Luzon developed into a tropical cyclone at 2 pm on Friday, August 1, but is not expected to enter the Philippine area of responsibility soon.

NGCP issues Yellow Alert for Visayas, Mindanao grids due to potential power outages

The National Grid Corp of the Philippines (NGCP) has issued a Yellow Alert for the Visayas and Mindanao grids from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, August 1, 2025, due to potential power outages.

DOH warns of leptospirosis surge due to floods

The Department of Health (DOH) has issued an advisory regarding the expected increase in leptospirosis cases due to recent heavy rains and floods caused by tropical cyclones and the Southwest Monsoon.

DFA appoints Angelica Caraos Escalona as new spox

Ambassador Angelica Caraos Escalona, educated in Japan and Australia, was appointed as the new spokesperson for the Department of Foreign Affairs.

Marcos launches Bayanihan sa Estero program to clean 23 priority esteros

On Saturday, President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. launched the Bayanihan sa Estero program in Pasig City to address flood impacts by cleaning 23 priority esteros identified for their significant siltation and waste buildup.

Marcos Jr. visits India for five-day state trip

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. will embark on a five-day state visit to India from August 4 to 8, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in defense, trade, and economic relations.

Marcos weighs online gambling ban; lawmakers push for regulation

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is still considering his options regarding a total ban on online gambling, emphasizing the need for thorough study to understand its potential impacts.

Alas Pilipinas lose to Vietnam in SEA Women's V.League

Alas Pilipinas Women suffered their second consecutive loss at the start of the 2025 SEA Women's V.League, falling to Vietnam with scores of 13-25, 21-25, 25-23, and 9-25 on Saturday in Thailand.

Sara Duterte impeachment complainants seek SC reconsideration

Six citizen complainants who filed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte have submitted a motion for reconsideration to the Supreme Court regarding its ruling that declared the articles of impeachment unconstitutional.

Senate set to vote on SC ruling on VP Sara Duterte impeachment case

Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada predicts between 19 and 20 senators will vote to follow the Supreme Court’s (SC) ruling voiding the articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte on August 6.

Philippines, India to conduct first joint naval patrol

The Philippines aims to expand maritime cooperation with India, according to an official from the Department of Foreign Affairs.

Marcos appoints Escolango as DOH undersecretary

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has transferred Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DSUDH) Undersecretary Randy Escolango to the Department of Health (DOH), according to Malacañang on Friday.

BSP expects July inflation at 0.5-1.3%, down from June's 1.4%

Inflation is expected to slow down further in July, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), with forecasts within 0.5% to 1.3%, a decrease from June's rate of 1.4%.

Pag-IBIG Fund reports PHP28.04B net income, highest since 1980

The Pag-IBIG Fund reported a net income of PHP28.04 billion for the first half of 2025, marking a 15.25-percent increase from the same period in 2024.

DMW shuts down eight Visa to America Manila Inc. branches for illegal recruitment

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) shut down eight branches of Visa to America Manila Inc., including two in Mindanao, for illegally recruiting Filipino workers without a DMW license on Friday, August 1.

World Bank provides $700M loan for Philippines Community Resilience Project

The World Bank has provided a USD700 million loan to support the Philippines Community Resilience Project, which aims to strengthen community resilience for 18 million households in the country.

SLEX San Pedro Northbound Exit opens, set to ease travel for thousands

The South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) San Pedro Northbound Exit in Laguna opened on Friday, August 1, expected to ease travel for thousands of motorists.

SSS to hike pensions by 10% yearly from Sept

The Social Security System (SSS) announced on Thursday that it will start increasing monthly payouts to pensioners starting this September as part of a three-year reform program.

Metrobank reports higher H1 2025 net income

Metrobank reported a net income of P24.8 billion for the first half of 2025, an increase from P23.6 billion in the same period last year.

Marcos prioritizes PTVs for small cities

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. stated on Friday that the government will prioritize providing patient transport vehicles (PTVs) to smaller cities and municipalities as part of health initiatives.

47 Filipino athletes to compete in World Games, aiming for improved medal performance

Forty-seven Filipino athletes, including Wushu star Agatha Wong, Wakeboarding ace Raph Trinidad, and Billiards sensation Rubilen Amit, will compete in the 12th World Games in Chengdu from August 7 to 17.

Fuel prices to rise next week: Gas up P1.70-P1.90, diesel P1.00-P1.20

Motorists can expect another increase in fuel prices next week due to rising costs in the oil market, with gasoline set to rise by P1.70 to P1.90 per liter, diesel by P1.00 to P1.20 per liter, and kerosene by P0.80 to P1.00 per liter.

BoC exceeds July target by PHP1.094B despite work suspension

Bureau of Customs (BoC) Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno announced on Friday that his office exceeded the July 2025 collection target by PHP1.094 billion, raising P85.459 billion.

Relatives file murder charges against Ang

Relatives of missing sabungeros filed murder and serious illegal detention charges against gambling tycoon Charlie 'Atong' Ang on Friday, August 1.

Marcos Jr.'s zero-balance billing for basic hospital care announced

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s zero-balance billing policy for healthcare has raised questions about its scope and application, with additional funds announced during his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 28.

Police arrest 'Beng', seize PHP3.4M shabu in Camarines Sur, other arrests net PHP12M worth of shabu

Police arrested a high-value drug suspect named 'Beng' during a buy-bust operation in Camarines Sur on Thursday, while three more suspects were apprehended in separate operations in Tarlac, Cebu, and Pangasinan on Friday.

PAL transfers turboprop flights from NAIA to Clark, Cebu starting Oct 26

Philippine Airlines announced on Friday that it will gradually transfer turboprop-operated flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Clark and Cebu starting October 26.

Chinabank reports record P13B net income, 14% year-on-year increase

China Banking Corp. (Chinabank) reported a record net income of P13 billion for the first half of the year, marking a 14 percent increase from the same period last year.

Farm Fresh advances to PVL On Tour quarterfinals by defeating Capital1

Farm Fresh advanced to the quarterfinals of PVL On Tour by defeating Capital1 in three sets, 25-20, 25-15, 25-21, on Saturday at the Dasmariñas Arena in Cavite.

NPC, PNP-ACG sign MOU on data protection and cybercrime

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has partnered with the Philippine National Police (PNP) - Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) to address data protection and cybercrimes.

Philippine, Indian Navies conduct first joint patrol in WPS next week

The Philippine Navy and Indian Navy are set to conduct their first joint maritime cooperative activity in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) next week, according to a statement from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday.

Marcos, Merz discuss defense, economy during call

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. held a phone call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Thursday, July 31, to discuss strengthening bilateral defense and economic cooperation.

Eight NPA suspects killed in clashes with troops in Northern Samar

Eight suspected members of the New People's Army (NPA) were killed in armed encounters with government troops early Thursday morning in Barangay San Isidro, Las Navas, Northern Samar.

DOJ files murder, detention vs Ang, Barreto, Estomo over missing sabungeros

Murder and serious illegal detention complaints have been filed against businessman Charlie 'Atong' Ang, actress Gretchen Barreto, and former National Capital Region Police Office chief retired Police General Jonnel Estomo at the Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with the missing sabungeros case.

PHP7B Tanawon Geothermal Plant inaugurated in Sorsogon

The PHP7 billion Tanawon Geothermal Power Plant was inaugurated in Sorsogon City, adding a 22-megawatt capacity to the country's power grid and expected to generate 159,000 MWh annually while reducing carbon dioxide emissions by over 38,000 tons.

Up to 17 tropical cyclones expected this year and next

Up to 17 tropical cyclones are expected to develop or enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) this month until January 2026, according to the weather bureau.

Philippine women's football team names 23-player squad for ASEAN cup

Head coach Mark Torcaso announced a 23-player roster for the Philippine women's national football team ahead of their ASEAN MSIG Serenity Cup defense in Vietnam starting August 6.

Palace warns Congress against budget insertions, vows veto

Malacañang stated on Friday that Congress should not abuse its power of the purse, emphasizing that President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. does not want insertions in the proposed general appropriations law that do not benefit the public.

UP Law faculty warn SC ruling undermines impeachment process

Individual faculty members of the University of the Philippines (UP) College of Law expressed 'grave concern' over the Supreme Court's ruling declaring Vice President Sara Duterte's articles of impeachment unconstitutional, emphasizing that Congress has 'high prerogatives' in the process.

Villanueva calls for stricter BSP action on online lending apps linked to gambling

Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva called on the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to implement more stringent action against online lending apps amid concerns over their link to illegal online gambling.

Ja Morant launches 'Ja 3', plays exhibition in Manila

NBA star Ja Morant visited Manila as part of his Make Them Watch tour with Nike, where he launched his third signature shoe 'Ja 3' and participated in an exhibition game featuring Filipino basketball stars.

PDEA arrests two suspects, seizes PHP6.8M shabu in Lanao del Norte

On Wednesday night, authorities arrested two suspects and seized approximately PHP6.8 million worth of shabu during an anti-drug operation in Barangay Maranding, Lala, Lanao del Norte.

NBA champ Isaiah Joe visits Manila, discusses fan support and future plans

Isaiah Joe of the Oklahoma City Thunder visited the NBA Store in Mandaluyong last Friday and expressed amazement at fan support while also discussing his recent NBA championship victory.

Journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio faces new murder charges from 2020

Filipino journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio has been held in pre-trial detention since February 2020 on charges of 'illegal possession of firearms' and 'financing terrorism', which Reporters Without Borders (RSF) says are based on fabricated evidence.

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