Politics
DepEd clarifies: No total ban on student cellphone use
DepEd 7 clarifies there is no total ban on cellphones in schools, contrary to assumptions. DO 006 allows use during class only for learning or with school permission.
Business
Cebu Province Receives 100 Vials of Polyvalent Anti-Venom from CPHO
The Cebu Provincial Health Office received 100 vials of Taradoc polyvalent anti-venom, effective against King Cobra, Philippine Cobra, and Samar Cobra bites, to be distributed to provincial hospitals.
Sports
Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami Heat in blockbuster deal
The NBA approved a trade sending two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat for Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel'el Ware, Kasparas Jakucionis, and draft picks.
Environment
Truck with Hospital Waste Intercepted in Balamban, Driver Arrested
A canter truck carrying five drums of hospital waste was intercepted by Balamban police on July 6, 2026; the driver admitted the waste came from a Mandaue maternity hospital.
Entertainment
Lifestyle
76-year-old widower dies in lodging house with young woman
A 76-year-old widower was found dead in a lodging house in Liloan, Cebu after checking in with a young woman. Police suspect a possible heart attack linked to a sex enhancer.
Davao child malnutrition rates drop slightly in 2025
NNC-Davao reports stunting fell to 5.1% from 5.8%, underweight to 2.6% from 2.9%, and obesity to 1.4% from 1.5% between 2024 and 2025.
Love and Ethics: Should a Widow Marry a Man with a Pregnant Partner?
A 45-year-old widow faces an ethical dilemma after her boarder, who has a pregnant partner in Mindanao, proposes secret marriage. Noy Kulas advises against it.
Lifeline Project brings free healthcare, blood drive to Cebu
The Lifeline Project, a medical care and blood donation campaign, offered free consultations, medicines, and dental services at SM Seaside City Cebu on July 4, 2026, organized by Angat Cebu BPO and Philippine Red Cross.
Volleyball Moms Over 40 Build Health and Camaraderie
Local moms over 40 form volleyball team ASD, focusing on fitness and bonding. Friendly tournament sponsored by Ralyn Homecare showcases health benefits and community spirit.
Basketball Quiz: PBA & NBA Trivia for Pinoys
Test your hoops knowledge! From PBA legends and the Crispa-Toyota rivalry to NBA greats like Jordan and Kobe, this Philippine basketball quiz has 14 fun questions for every fan.
