A protest titled “Focus on Flooding, Not Redistricting” is set to occur Sunday at the Texas Governor’s Mansion, opposing the state’s redistricting efforts to add Republican congressional seats. The protest aims to shift focus toward addressing recent flooding issues affecting communities.
Texas City Firefighters rescued an injured sea turtle entangled in fishing line at the Texas City Dike. The turtle is now recovering under wildlife experts’ care in Galveston.
Manny Pacquiao’s return to the boxing ring against Mario Barrios concluded with a surprising majority draw at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, leaving the boxing community in disbelief. The scores showed one judge favoring Barrios at 115-113 and two judges calling it even at 114-114. The outcome stirred reactions from current and former boxing champions, including Keith Thurman, who predicted the draw outcome.
Tennis player Alex Eala dedicates her successful year to her late grandfather, Roberto “Bobby” Maniego. Eala’s semifinal appearance at the Miami Open led to her rise to World No. 56 and debuts at French Open and Wimbledon.
Veteran guard Marcus Smart will join the Los Angeles Lakers on a two-year, $11 million contract after securing a buyout from the Washington Wizards, sources confirmed Sunday.
A Pasig City court has denied bail to Apollo Quiboloy and his co-accused from the Kingdom of Jesus Christ in a trafficking case. The court ruled that the prosecution presented strong evidence of guilt, emphasizing that bail is not a right in this context. The decision marks a significant development in a high-profile legal case involving trafficking allegations, with further hearings scheduled.
The Charlotte Hornets claimed their first NBA Summer League title by defeating the Sacramento Kings 83-78 in Las Vegas. Kon Knueppel scored 21 points, leading the Hornets to an undefeated 6-0 record. Isaac Jones led the Kings with 24 points and 11 rebounds.
Sharon Cuneta denied using the diabetes drug Ozempic for weight loss during an interview with Karmina Constantino. Citing her heart condition, Cuneta emphasized her commitment to health and clarified her stance against using the drug, which is popular as a weight loss solution among celebrities.
The Itchyworms advised concertgoers to be aware of videographers following a viral moment at a Coldplay concert involving a couple caught on kiss cam. The incident, which humorously suggested potential infidelity or shyness, served as a reminder to audiences attending live performances.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is drafting a law to penalize not only operators of illegal online gambling but also promoters like influencers, agencies, and e-wallet services to curb unauthorized gambling activities in the Philippines.