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07/10/2026

Cebu Set to Host FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2027

Cebu is officially preparing to welcome Asia’s leading women’s basketball teams.

FIBA and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have unveiled the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2027 brand and confirmed the new SM Seaside Cebu Arena as the tournament venue.

The eight-team competition is scheduled for July 10–18, 2027, marking the first time the Philippines will host the continental women’s championship.

The participating teams, draw, tickets, full game schedule and Gilas Pilipinas Women roster have not yet been announced.

Source: FIBA, GMA News and ABS-CBN News

Will you travel to Cebu to support Gilas Pilipinas Women?

FIBA and SBP unveiled the 2027 Women’s Asia Cup brand, confirming Cebu’s SM Seaside Arena as venue for the July 10–18 tournament.

07/04/2026

PUBLIC ADVISORY: PAGASA says easterlies and localized thunderstorms may bring isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms in parts of the country this afternoon and evening.

Areas named in the 4 p.m. bulletin include Cagayan Valley, Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Aurora, Quezon, and Dinagat Islands. PAGASA warns of possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.

Source: PAGASA, 4:00 p.m., July 4, 2026
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PAGASA says easterlies and localized thunderstorms may bring isolated rainshowers, with possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.

07/04/2026

Alex Eala is set for a major Wimbledon test.

The Filipina tennis standout will face defending champion Iga Swiatek on Centre Court in the third round, after becoming the first Filipino player in the Open Era to reach a Grand Slam third round.

Source: Reuters

What do you think Eala needs to do well against Swiatek on grass?

Alex Eala faces Iga Swiatek on Centre Court after becoming the first Filipino in the Open Era to reach a Grand Slam third round.

07/02/2026

🇵🇭 FINAL RESULT: ALEX EALA ADVANCES! 🎾🔥

What a comeback for Alexandra “Alex” Eala!

After dropping the first set, Eala stormed back with a dominant finish to defeat Australia’s Maya Joint in the Wimbledon second round:

Alex Eala def. Maya Joint
3-6, 6-2, 6-0

From a slow start to a strong finish, Eala showed heart, composure, and fighting spirit on Court 3. Another proud moment for Philippine tennis! 🇵🇭

What’s next for Eala?
Her next opponent is a huge one: Iga Świątek of Poland, the defending Wimbledon champion and No. 3 seed, who advanced after beating Karolina Plíšková, 6-1, 6-3. The third round is scheduled for July 3–4, with the exact court and time still to be confirmed by Wimbledon.

Can Alex pull off another big win? Laban, Alex! 🇵🇭💪

Source: Wimbledon match result / Wimbledon draw updates