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A shooting incident at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University (ADZU) Junior High School campus in Zamboanga City on Tuesday morning resulted in two student fatalities and one additional reported injury. Authorities are currently investigating the incident.
The local government of Quezon City provided free doxycycline antibiotics to 342 flood evacuees at the Manresa evacuation center. This measure aims to prevent leptospirosis, a disease contracted from animal urine in floodwaters.
Passengers of an AirAsia Philippines flight experienced a harrowing ordeal after their plane was diverted to Clark International Airport due to bad weather. They complained of being confined for hours in a hot cabin, leading to distress and health concerns.
Agricultural damage in the Philippines has reached P1.4 billion due to the Southwest Monsoon and Cyclones Luis and Maymay, leading to a surge in prices for vegetables and fish. The impact is particularly felt in agricultural products from the Cordillera Administrative Region, Central Luzon, and Southern Tagalog, affecting citizens' daily lives.
Rains from the southwest monsoon (habagat) are expected to continue in western Philippines, including Metro Manila, until Friday due to two low-pressure areas. However, the state weather bureau forecasts a decrease in intensity. The persistent rainfall highlights the ongoing monsoon season's impact on the region.
The Metro Manila Council (MMC) is considering the implementation of a unified ticketing system for anti-littering violations across the capital region. The proposal was put forward by Las Piñas Rep. Mark Santos during a meeting presided over by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA).
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has canceled her planned trip to Japan. Her office cited security concerns over the public disclosure of her schedule, while the Presidential Palace emphasized the need for transparency from public officials.
Despite rumors of Vice President Sara Duterte considering resignation and seeking a meeting with the President, a congressman stated the prosecution's objective to present evidence against her in her impeachment trial remains unchanged.
Four former bodyguards of ex-Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co may face plunder charges for recanting their statements, with investigators considering their inclusion in a case against House Speaker Martin Romualdez.
A shooting incident at Ateneo de Zamboanga University in Zamboanga City, Philippines, resulted in the deaths of two students. The university has suspended classes and announced mourning rites.
A Quezon City court has scheduled oral arguments for August 20, 2026, in a grave threats case filed against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte. The charges stem from her remarks suggesting she hired someone to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and others if she died. Duterte's camp has moved to quash the information, citing lack of jurisdiction.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched an investigation into alleged schemes recruiting Filipinos for foreign conflict zones. The PNP chief stated that surveillance on involved groups has been intensified.
The Philippine First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos' birthday break announcement drew criticism for insensitivity amid heavy rains and flooding. The Palace defended the post as an expression of gratitude, acknowledging an unintended impact.
Several labor groups in the Philippines have urged the Supreme Court to swiftly act on a petition seeking to nullify a temporary restraining order (TRO) suspending the minimum wage increase in Metro Manila, citing a lower court's extension of the suspension and the severe impact on workers.
The Philippine government is fast-tracking flood control and drainage projects to address persistent weaknesses in the capital's system, exposed by heavy monsoon rains. While immediate measures and long-term infrastructure development are underway, comprehensive solutions are expected to take years.
At least 26 people have died and over 5.1 million Filipinos have been affected by heavy rains from Tropical Cyclones Luis and Maymay and the southwest monsoon, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Landslides in mountainous regions were a major cause of fatalities.
A Philippine senator has questioned the P3.1-billion allocation for evacuation centers in the proposed 2027 budget, citing a uniform distribution across regions irrespective of disaster risk and concerns over the lack of a master plan for flood control projects.
Two students were killed in a shooting incident at a private university campus in Zamboanga City, prompting President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. to order a thorough investigation and enhanced school safety measures. Investigations are ongoing into how firearms entered the campus and their ownership.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s disapproval rating rose to 55% in June, matching Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio's approval rating, a nationwide survey by WR Numero revealed. The findings suggest growing public dissatisfaction.
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) announced it is nearing full restoration of electricity services to customers affected by severe weather from the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat). The majority of remaining outages are in Cavite and Quezon provinces.
A labor coalition, NAGKAISA, is demanding the immediate implementation of the first tranche of an P85 daily minimum wage increase in the National Capital Region (NCR). They argue that a regional trial court's injunction was improperly issued, violating labor laws, and are urging the Supreme Court for swift action.
Philippine Ombudsman is considering plunder charges against four ex-bodyguards of fugitive ex-lawmaker Elizaldy "Zaldy" S. Co. Their recanted statements, which initially implicated key figures including House Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez, are central to the ongoing investigation.
The Philippines' Office of the Ombudsman has suspended for six months the heads of the LTFRB and OTC due to the continued use of an old LTO IT system, which resulted in over P13.38 billion in additional computer fees. The officials are cited for grave misconduct for allegedly disregarding directives to transition to a new system, burdening the public.
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has imposed a 60-day price freeze in Pampanga province and Sta. Barbara town, Pangasinan, following their declaration as a state of calamity due to the Southwest Monsoon and Tropical Cyclone Maymay. This measure aims to stabilize prices of basic necessities for consumers during the rehabilitation period.
The Philippine Senate has suspended the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte scheduled for August 19 due to continuous heavy rains from the southwest monsoon. Government offices in affected areas have also shifted to alternative work setups.
Philippine and Malaysian foreign ministers met in Manila, reaffirming the importance of adhering to international law and regional cooperation in the South China Sea. They shared concerns over actions infringing on coastal states' rights and welcomed progress in the Code of Conduct negotiations.
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) has significantly reduced the number of customers without power due to the habagat monsoon, from 10,000 to around 2,000, with crews working overtime to restore service in remaining affected areas, primarily in Cavite and Quezon.
A series of violent incidents involving students, including shootings and stabbings, have occurred across the Philippines in 2026, raising serious concerns about school safety and the involvement of minors in violent crimes. The Department of Education is urgently reviewing and strengthening safety protocols.
Following the spread of footage from a shooting incident at Ateneo de Zamboanga University, calls are growing within the Philippines for restraint in sharing such videos. This reflects a societal struggle between information overload and ethical considerations, echoing concerns from similar past events.
The Bureau of Customs (BoC) plans to equip personnel with body cameras following attempted theft of confiscated goods. This initiative aims to enhance monitoring, protection, and disposition of seized items, complemented by a real-time dashboard and increased CCTV surveillance.
Prices of key food items in the Philippines, including regular-milled rice and galunggong, rose month-on-month in early August, while pork prices continued to decline, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.
The Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) has approved a P155-billion financing package to help the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM) adopt its Link.BizPortal digital payment platform. This move aims to enhance PSALM's financial flexibility and support power sector reforms.
The Philippine Department of Agriculture will provide P210.93 million in farm inputs to farmers affected by recent storms and the southwest monsoon. Aid includes seeds, fertilizers, and insurance payouts.
Australian healthcare providers Kairos Care and Kairos Medical Group are exploring the establishment of outsourcing operations in the Philippines. The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) announced the company's interest in the IT-BPO sector.
Tropical Depression Neneng has formed east of the Philippines. While not directly making landfall, it is expected to enhance the monsoon, bringing heavy rains that could cause floods and landslides in Luzon and the Visayas.
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) announced discussions with the World Free Zones Organization (WFZO) regarding the potential establishment of a regional office in the Philippines, aiming to boost investment in the country's economic zones and enhance international partnerships.