- According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, the two earthquakes that struck Batanes over the weekend left at least 47 million pesos worth of damage to infrastructure. So far, the quake killed eight people and hurt 63 individuals.
- Expect two to four tropical cyclones to hit the Philippines this August, according to PAGASA.
- The ban on all gaming schemes of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office will stay until the government finishes its investigation into alleged corruption within the state gaming regulator, according to the Malacanang.
- 65 people were killed by suspected Islamists on a group returning from a funeral in Nigeria's northeastern Borno region, according to reports. There was no immediate claim of responsibility, but the Boko Haram group and rival Islamic State in West Africa splinter group have often carried out attacks in the area.
- US President Donald Trump confirmed that Dan Coats, the director of national intelligence, steps down after two troubling years where they were at odds over Russian interference in the 2016 election.
- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson told EU leaders he will sit down for Brexit talks when they indicate that they are ready to shift position on the divorce deal, otherwise Britain will prepare for leaving without an agreement.
- Audi unveiled the crossover-inspired A1 citycarver model.
- Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga states the they are considering support measures for Kyoto Animation following the July 18 blaze at the 1st Studio that killed 35 people and 33 hurt.
- The first Yo-Kai Watch game hits the Nintendo Switch this October 10.
- Actress Julia Montes gives emotional tribute to Goin Bulilit, which is set to end this August.
- Zephanie Dimaranan is named the grand winner of Idol Philippines.
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