Abs cbn news july 26 2018
Here are the top stories from ABS-CBN News on July 26, 2018:
Top Stories
- Duterte to declare national emergency over rice shortage: President Rodrigo Duterte is set to declare a national emergency over the country's rice shortage, according to Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol.
- NPA rebels kill 2 soldiers in Bukidnon: Two soldiers were killed and several others were wounded in an ambush by New People's Army (NPA) rebels in Bukidnon province.
- LRT-1 operations suspended due to technical issues: The Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) was suspended on Thursday morning due to technical issues, affecting thousands of commuters.
- DOJ files charges vs. 3 Chinese nationals over P15-M shabu: The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed charges against three Chinese nationals for allegedly smuggling P15 million worth of shabu (methamphetamine hydrochloride) into the country.
- MRT-3 operations suspended due to technical issues: The Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) was also suspended on Thursday morning due to technical issues, causing traffic congestion in the metropolis.
Regional News
- Cebu City to impose curfew on minors: Cebu City is set to impose a curfew on minors to prevent them from engaging in illegal activities and to ensure their safety.
- Davao City to host 2019 Southeast Asian Games: Davao City has been chosen as one of the host cities for the 2019 Southeast Asian Games, which will be held from November 30 to December 11.
- Ilocos Norte to host 2019 Palarong Pambansa: Ilocos Norte will host the 2019 Palarong Pambansa, the annual national sports competition for elementary and high school students.
Sports
- Gilas Pilipinas defeats Japan in FIBA World Cup qualifiers: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, defeated Japan 81-70 in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
- Azkals defeat Singapore in AFC Asian Cup qualifiers: The Philippine national football team, Azkals, defeated Singapore 2-1 in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila.
Entertainment
- Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla to star in new movie: Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, one of the most popular on-screen couples in the Philippines, will star in a new movie titled "The Hows of Us".
- Vice Ganda to host new TV show: Vice Ganda will host a new TV show titled "It's Showtime: Tawag ng Tanghalan" which will feature a singing competition.
These are just some of the top stories from ABS-CBN News on July 26, 2018.