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  1. Duterte signs law increasing benefits for soldiers: President Rodrigo Duterte has signed a law increasing the benefits for soldiers, including a 20% increase in their monthly allowances.
  2. PH economy grows 6.4% in Q2, fastest in 3 years: The Philippine economy grew 6.4% in the second quarter, the fastest pace in three years, driven by strong domestic demand and a rebound in exports.
  3. Lacson files bill to lower SSS contributions: Senator Panfilo Lacson has filed a bill to lower the Social Security System (SSS) contributions of employees from 12% to 10%.
  4. DOH reports 1,000th COVID-19 death in PH: The Department of Health (DOH) has reported the 1,000th death due to COVID-19 in the Philippines, as the country continues to battle the pandemic.
  5. PH, US sign agreement on defense cooperation: The Philippines and the United States have signed an agreement on defense cooperation, aimed at strengthening their military ties and promoting regional security.

Politics

  1. Duterte's approval rating drops to 56%: President Rodrigo Duterte's approval rating has dropped to 56%, according to a survey conducted by the Social Weather Stations (SWS).
  2. Lacson eyes 2022 presidential bid: Senator Panfilo Lacson has hinted at running for president in the 2022 elections, saying he is willing to take on the challenge if the country needs him.
  3. PH, China agree to cooperate on South China Sea: The Philippines and China have agreed to cooperate on issues related to the South China Sea, including the protection of marine resources and the promotion of economic development.

Business

  1. PH stocks rise on strong GDP growth: The Philippine stock market has risen on strong GDP growth, with the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) index gaining 1.2% to 7,934.41.
  2. SM Prime to develop 3 new malls: SM Prime Holdings, Inc. has announced plans to develop three new malls in the Philippines, including a mixed-use development in Pasay City.
  3. PH to host 2023 Southeast Asian Games: The Philippines has been chosen to host the 2023 Southeast Asian Games, which is expected to attract thousands of athletes and spectators from across the region.

Sports

  1. Gilas Pilipinas to compete in FIBA World Cup: The Philippine national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, will compete in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, which will be held in the Philippines, Japan, and Indonesia.
  2. PH football team to compete in AFC Asian Cup: The Philippine national football team will compete in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, which will be held in China.
  3. UAAP to resume games in October: The University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) has announced that its games will resume in October, after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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