The ICTSI Intercollegiate Tournament Finals in Lipa City will feature top amateur golfers aiming for World Amateur Golf Ranking points. The event offers opportunities for scholarships and is a significant platform for scouts assessing young talent for collegiate programs abroad.
France’s Benjamin Bonzi defeats Russia’s Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling five-set match at the US Open, marked by chaotic interruptions and intense emotions. Bonzi advances to the second round, while Medvedev exits early from the tournament.
In a significant development in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Ukrainian military officials have acknowledged that Russian forces have managed to cross into the industrially important region of Dnipropetrovsk.
U.S. Marshals are offering a $15,000 reward for information on two Oregon murder suspects believed to be hiding in North Texas. Public assistance is sought, with anonymous tips encouraged via multiple contact points.
A DART bus crash near White Rock Station resulted in five hospitalizations and disrupted rail services. The incident is under investigation, and passengers are advised to check service updates.
Austin ISD suspends plans to display the Ten Commandments following a court injunction, amidst ongoing legal and legislative debates over religious displays in public schools.
Luis Borges sues Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, alleging religious discrimination after deputies found his wife’s La Santa Muerte altar. Lawsuit claims Sheriff Javier Salazar disqualified Borges due to personal beliefs. Borges seeks damages and policy changes for religious inclusivity in law enforcement.
Jollibee Group has partnered with the Department of Education to invest in educational initiatives in the Philippines, including a quick service restaurant curriculum and classroom construction, as part of its 50th-anniversary celebrations.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has implemented a total ban on online gambling links in e-wallets to secure the country’s position on the Financial Action Task Force’s gray list. The BSP warns that non-compliance could risk the Philippines’ removal from the list, emphasizing the importance of curbing such activities for financial stability.
Houston Public Works seeks City Council approval for an $8.5 million plan to replace 25,000 old water meters to resolve billing issues. A 12-month pilot will test the new smart meters’ efficiency.