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  1. Duterte signs law creating Department of Disaster Resilience and Climate Change: President Rodrigo Duterte has signed Republic Act No. 11569, which creates the Department of Disaster Resilience and Climate Change (DDRCC) to address the country's vulnerability to natural disasters and climate change. (Source: Philippine News Agency)
  2. PH economy grows 6.4% in Q2, fastest in 8 years: The Philippine economy grew by 6.4% in the second quarter of 2022, the fastest pace in eight years, driven by strong domestic demand and a rebound in exports. (Source: BusinessWorld)
  3. DOH reports 1,344 new COVID-19 cases, 14 deaths: The Department of Health (DOH) has reported 1,344 new COVID-19 cases and 14 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases to 3,787,442 and the death toll to 61,134. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)

National News

  1. Solon files bill to increase SSS pension: A lawmaker has filed a bill seeking to increase the pension of Social Security System (SSS) members to help them cope with the rising cost of living. (Source: Manila Bulletin)
  2. PH, US sign agreement on defense cooperation: The Philippines and the United States have signed an agreement on defense cooperation, which aims to strengthen their military ties and enhance their capabilities to address common security challenges. (Source: Philippine Star)
  3. NBI files charges vs. 14 individuals over P6.4B fertilizer scam: The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed charges against 14 individuals, including former government officials and business executives, over the P6.4 billion fertilizer scam. (Source: GMA News Online)

International News

  1. US, China agree to resume talks on trade deal: The United States and China have agreed to resume talks on a trade deal, which could help to ease tensions between the two countries and boost their economies. (Source: Reuters)
  2. Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates as fighting spreads: The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has escalated, with fighting spreading to new areas and both sides accusing each other of violating a ceasefire agreement. (Source: BBC News)
  3. WHO declares monkeypox a global health emergency: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency, citing the rapid spread of the disease and the lack of effective treatments. (Source: Al Jazeera)

Sports News

  1. Gilas Pilipinas defeats Indonesia in FIBA Asia Cup: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, has defeated Indonesia 93-77 in the FIBA Asia Cup, advancing to the quarterfinals of the tournament. (Source: Rappler)
  2. PBA: TNT Tropang Giga defeats Magnolia Hotshots: The TNT Tropang Giga has defeated the Magnolia Hotshots 104-93 in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Governors' Cup, improving their record to 6-2. (Source: Sports Illustrated Philippines)
  3. UAAP: Ateneo Blue Eagles defeat UP Fighting Maroons: The Ateneo Blue Eagles have defeated the UP Fighting Maroons 77-68 in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 84 men's basketball tournament. (Source: ABS-CBN Sports)