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Ricky Davao’s last film on Maguindanao massacre heads to Rotterdam festival

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A Filipino animated docu-drama about the 2009 Maguindanao massacre, featuring the late actor Ricky Davao in his final movie role, will have its world premiere at the 2026 International Film Festival Rotterdam in the Netherlands. Producers and festival organizers confirm that the film will depict events before and after the massacre through a combination of animation and documentary techniques, with details on the official title, full cast, and exact screening schedule to follow closer to the 2026 festival dates.

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Richard Gomez under fire for allegedly hitting fencing official at SEA Games 2025

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Philippine Fencing Association president Rene Gacuma filed a complaint against Representative Richard Gomez during the 2025 SEA Games, alleging Gomez hit him amid a dispute over the replacement of a national fencing athlete. Event organizers and relevant authorities received the complaint and began reviewing reports and witness accounts to determine what occurred and whether competition or disciplinary rules were violated. The investigation remained ongoing, and no formal charges or official findings had been announced as officials examined the incident under SEA Games and national sports regulations.

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De Brito leaves Alas Pilipinas, wishes team the best

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Coach Jorge Souza De Brito has stepped down as head coach of the Alas Pilipinas women’s national volleyball team after a four-year tenure that ended with a fourth-place finish at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games. Program officials confirmed his departure and said the national squad would soon begin the search for a new head coach while retaining its current training pool. De Brito expressed gratitude to players, staff, and supporters and extended well wishes to the Philippine volleyball program. The national federation plans a performance review of the recent SEA Games campaign to guide future preparations.

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Alex Eala delivers gold for PH amid SEA Games spotlight

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Filipino tennis player Alex Eala captured the Philippines’ first-ever Southeast Asian Games gold medal in women’s singles tennis by defeating Thai home favorite Mananchaya Sawangkaew, 6-1, 6-2, in the 33rd SEA Games final in Thailand. Eala delivered under pressure to give Team Philippines a historic title and boost the country’s medal tally in the regional multi-sport event.

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Marcos confirms warrants for Sarah Discaya, 9 more over Davao Occidental project

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on Thursday in Manila that a court issued arrest warrants for contractor Cezarah “Sarah” Discaya and nine others over an alleged P96.5-million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Marcos said the accused face non-bailable graft and malversation charges. He also disclosed that eight additional Department of Public Works and Highways officials have expressed willingness to surrender in connection with the same case. Authorities will pursue arrests, process voluntary surrenders, and continue investigations into the planning, procurement, and implementation of the flood control project. Marcos said the administration will keep filing charges against all individuals found involved in the Davao Occidental flood control scandal and will review similar infrastructure projects nationwide for possible irregularities.

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Alas Pilipinas men push limits under intense expectations

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Alas Pilipinas men’s volleyball team, guided by coach Angiolino Frigoni, targets a bronze-medal finish at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games after an inspiring FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship run raised public expectations. Frigoni explains how the team’s world-level performance does not guarantee SEA Games gold but provides crucial experience and confidence. With gold medal contention no longer possible, the squad focuses on preparation, tactical adjustments, and mental toughness for the bronze-medal match. National volleyball officials monitor the team’s development, training, and long-term plans as Filipino fans continue to closely follow Alas Pilipinas’ regional and international campaigns.

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Texas environmental agency faces backlog woes after years of budget cuts

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A new study reports that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality faces a backlog of more than 1,000 environmental complaint investigations after years of budget cuts reduced staffing and resources. Researchers say the delays affect air, water and waste cases statewide and link longer resolution times to legislative funding reductions, hiring constraints and limited monitoring capacity. The report details how TCEQ now prioritizes high-risk complaints, outlines internal adjustments to manage workloads and recommends that state officials increase funding, add investigative staff and improve public reporting on complaint status and timelines.

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Kevin Garnett eager to mentor Spurs’ Wembanyama

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Kevin Garnett has publicly asked the San Antonio Spurs to allow him to conduct an on-court training session with rookie Victor Wembanyama. The Hall of Famer says he wants to support Wembanyama’s development by sharing his NBA experience and defensive expertise. The Spurs have not yet issued a response to Garnett’s request.

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Texas DPS reminds residents to secure guns ahead of holiday travel

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Texas Department of Public Safety officials urge gun owners to secure firearms during holiday travel and family gatherings, citing increased movement, visitors and children in homes and vehicles. The advisory outlines safe storage practices, including unloading weapons, using locks or safes, separating ammunition and checking homes before guests arrive. The agency also highlights vehicle and air travel guidelines, the risk of theft from cars and the importance of talking with children and other adults about firearm access and storage responsibilities.

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Texas universities use AI to review, rewrite courses on race and gender

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Texas public universities are using artificial intelligence tools to review and rewrite course descriptions, syllabi, and academic materials that reference race and gender in response to new state rules on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Internal records show administrators directing faculty to run course documents through AI platforms, generate alternative language, and standardize revisions under tight deadlines while legal and compliance offices oversee the process. Faculty communications and governance documents detail questions about academic freedom, instructional precision, and the long-term impact of AI mediated changes on curricula, enrollment, and campus policy across multiple disciplines.

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