Lt. Gen. Nafarrete Sworn In as AFP’s New Top Commander
Antonio Nafarrete formally took command of the Armed Forces of the Philippines on July 21, 2026, becoming the 61st AFP Chief of Staff at Camp Aguinaldo.
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Habagat Brings Stormy Weather to Negros Oriental This Wednesday
Monsoon-driven rain and thunderstorms are forecast across Negros Oriental and the Visayas on July 22, with coastal and inland communities urged to take precautions.
Whale Shark Swims at Oslob, Cebu: What Visitors Must Know
Thousands flock to southern Cebu’s Barangay Tan-awan each year for supervised encounters with whale sharks — but the practice carries both economic rewards and conservation trade-offs.
Habagat Brings Rain and Storms to Negros Oriental This Tuesday
Southwest monsoon winds are pushing unsettled weather across Negros Oriental and the Visayas on July 21, with PAGASA forecasting showers, thunderstorms, and light to moderate coastal conditions.
Ombudsman Moves to Charge Romualdez in ₱56-B Flood Fund Case
Eight former marines who witnessed alleged cash deliveries anchor the Ombudsman’s dual complaints — for plunder and money laundering — against ex-House Speaker Romualdez.
Spain Edge Argentina 1-0 to Rule the World
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to claim the 2026 World Cup on July 19, according to ESPN and football-data.org.
Rep. Degamo Honours Slain Marine Biologist Kent Carpenter in House Resolution
Legislation filed by Negros Oriental’s 3rd District Representative formally recognises the scientific and legal contributions of the American biologist killed in Sibulan on July 12.
China Coast Guard Beats PH Navy Sailor at Ayungin Shoal
Armed Forces of the Philippines personnel were physically attacked by Chinese Coast Guard crew near BRP Sierra Madre on July 20, with one sailor struck on the head using a wooden baton.
Maxim Brings App-Based Tricycle and Delivery Booking to Dumaguete
Ride-hailing platform Maxim has rolled out tricycle, pabili, and delivery services in Dumaguete City, offering pre-computed fares and doorstep pickup through a mobile app.
Spain Claims Second World Cup Title, Tops Argentina 1-0 in Extra Time
Sixteen years after their first triumph, Spain are world champions again, defeating Argentina in extra time to claim the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New Jersey.
PAGASA Forecasts Rain and Thunderstorms Over Visayas on July 20
Intermittent rainshowers and thunderstorms are expected to affect the entire Visayas on Monday, July 20, 2026, with temperatures ranging between 26°C and 33°C, according to PAGASA.
England Stun France 6-4 in World Cup Goal Fest
England defeated France 4-6 in a high-scoring World Cup clash on July 18, 2026.
Four in Custody After Silliman Researcher Slain in Sibulan
Robbery-with-homicide complaints were lodged against two suspects on July 17 in the death of American marine biologist Kent Edward Carpenter, with all four identified suspects now held by police.
Unsettled Skies Over Negros Oriental: Rain and Storms Likely This Sunday
Scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms are forecast across Negros Oriental and the wider Visayas region on Sunday, July 19, 2026, driven by habagat conditions.
CALABARZON’s Most Wanted Chinese National Nabbed in Dumaguete
Authorities apprehended a 34-year-old Chinese woman — CALABARZON’s top most wanted — in Barangay Looc, Dumaguete City, following a multi-agency intelligence operation on July 17, 2026.
Thunderstorms, Rain Clouds Set to Sweep Visayas This Saturday
PAGASA forecasts scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms across Negros Oriental and the broader Visayas on Saturday, July 18, 2026, with temperatures climbing to 33°C amid habagat-driven humidity.
Messi vs. Spain: Everything at Stake in the 2026 World Cup Final
Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final pits defending champion Argentina against an unbeaten Spanish side — the first such title match between the world’s two top-ranked nations.
Eastern PH Reefs Hit by Highest Coral Bleaching Alerts
Satellite monitoring data reveals Level 2 coral bleaching alerts now cover Lamon Bay, Asid Gulf, and Maqueda Bay — zones where coral mortality is considered likely.
