Typhoon Inday/Bavi Aftermath: Even after Inday exited the Philippine area of responsibility, habagat-enhanced rains kept flooding and landslide risks high, with at least 17 dead, 9 missing, and about 514,700 affected across regions including Sarangani and Lanao del Sur, while thousands stayed in evacuation centers. Storm Disruptions: PAGASA warnings stayed up for parts of Luzon (including Zambales and Bataan), and ferry and fastcraft services were canceled in several routes; Batanes also reported stranded tourists and suspended sea travel. Metro Manila Water Watch: Angat Dam continued to drop below critical levels, hitting about 156.10 masl as heavy monsoon rains were forecast to replenish the reservoir later in July. West Philippine Sea Tensions: China renewed criticism of Manila’s territorial claims, while Philippine officials and lawmakers pushed back—especially over Batanes—calling the sovereignty issue non-negotiable. Impeachment Trial Update: In Sara Duterte’s impeachment proceedings, prosecutors said the next witness would strengthen the case, as supporters traded online attacks over the prosecution’s appearance. Public Safety & Governance: MMDA warned of AI-manipulated flood-barrier images circulating online. Sports: Blackwater opened the PBA Governors’ Cup with a wire-to-wire rout of Rain or Shine, while NLEX debuted under Jimmy Alapag with a big win.