Abs cbn news july 22 2019

Here are the top stories from ABS-CBN News on July 22, 2019:

Top Stories

  1. Duterte orders release of 3,000 prisoners: President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the release of 3,000 prisoners to decongest the country's overcrowded jails. The move is part of the government's efforts to reduce crime and improve prison conditions.
  2. Lacson: 'No more' to corruption in gov't: Senator Panfilo Lacson has vowed to continue his fight against corruption in government, saying "no more" to the practice. Lacson made the statement after the Senate approved a resolution calling for the investigation of alleged corruption in the Department of Transportation.
  3. NBI files charges vs. 3 Chinese nationals: The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed charges against three Chinese nationals for allegedly smuggling P1.2 billion worth of shabu into the country. The suspects were arrested in a sting operation in Pasay City last month.
  4. DOH reports 1st case of dengue hemorrhagic fever: The Department of Health (DOH) has reported the first case of dengue hemorrhagic fever in the country this year. The patient, a 10-year-old boy, is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital in Metro Manila.
  5. PBA: 'No more' to import players: The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has decided to stop importing players, citing the need to develop local talent. The move is seen as a boost to the country's basketball program, which has been struggling to produce top-notch players.

Regional News

  1. Cebu City to implement 24/7 traffic management: Cebu City is set to implement a 24/7 traffic management system to address the city's notorious traffic congestion. The system will use cameras and sensors to monitor traffic flow and adjust traffic lights accordingly.
  2. Davao City to host 2020 ASEAN Summit: Davao City has been chosen as the host city for the 2020 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit. The summit is expected to attract world leaders and dignitaries to the city.
  3. Ilocos Norte to host 2020 Palarong Pambansa: Ilocos Norte has been chosen as the host province for the 2020 Palarong Pambansa, the country's annual national sports tournament. The event is expected to attract thousands of athletes and spectators to the province.

Sports

  1. Gilas Pilipinas to face Australia in FIBA World Cup: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, is set to face Australia in the FIBA World Cup on August 1. The game is seen as a tough test for the Filipino team, which is looking to make a strong impression in the tournament.
  2. UAAP Season 82 to start on July 27: The University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 82 is set to start on July 27, with the University of the Philippines (UP) facing off against the University of Santo Tomas (UST) in the opening game.

These are just some of the top stories from ABS-CBN News on July 22, 2019.