President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed Maj. Gen. Nicolas Torre III as the new Philippine National Police Chief, emphasizing his leadership abilities. Outgoing PNP Chief Gen. Rommel Marbil clarified that this appointment was not connected to any past actions involving former President Rodrigo Duterte.
President Trump is set to visit a U.S. Steel mill in Pennsylvania as a deal with Nippon Steel is finalized. The agreement is seen as an investment controlled by the U.S., highlighting Trump’s focus on revitalizing the steel industry and bolstering American manufacturing.
Kris Aquino now resides on a private beach, as disclosed by friend Dindo Balares. Balares shared the update on Instagram, stating Aquino will stay at the undisclosed location until her medical “tolerance trial” concludes.
Chevron plans to lay off nearly 800 employees in West Texas as part of a strategic restructuring effort. The relocation of Chevron’s headquarters to Houston aims to improve operational efficiency and strengthen ties with partners and universities.
Consul General Gunther Sales and Vice Consul Tanya Gaurano of the Philippine Consulate General in Houston visited Texas A&M University to explore potential partnerships in agricultural development.
Former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. returns to the Philippines after deportation from Timor-Leste. Teves faces charges related to the Pamplona massacre, including the murder of Gov. Roel Degamo. He arrived in Davao City and will be held by the National Bureau of Investigation.
Bacolod congressman-elect Albee Benitez faces accusations from his estranged wife, Nikki Lopez-Benitez, who alleges in a complaint that actress Ivana Alawi is his mistress. The complaint, which also accuses Benitez of fathering two illegitimate children, circulates on social media. Attorney Peter Sanchez, on behalf of Benitez, has denied the allegations.
The Texas Senate has approved a bill allowing college athletes to be paid through name, image, and likeness agreements. If it passes the House and avoids a governor veto, it could become law as early as September 1, changing the financial landscape for student athletes in Texas.
A conservation group opposes the McKinney National Airport expansion, raising concerns about air quality, noise pollution, and endangered species. They argue that TxDOT has underestimated the project’s long-term environmental effects. Public meetings are scheduled to discuss the issue.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announces the continuation of the P20/kg rice program until 2028 during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, emphasizing its importance for food security and affordability amidst public skepticism.