Ombudsman Graft Case: The Office of the Ombudsman filed 14 graft counts before the Sandiganbayan against Uswag Ilonggo Rep. James “Jojo” Ang Jr., alleging he profited from DPWH contracts while in office, with prosecutors citing payments of nearly P199 million tied to his stake in a construction firm. Impeachment Update: House prosecutors said next week they will start presenting LandBank officials over the alleged misuse of VP Sara Duterte’s confidential funds, with initial hearings set to begin Wednesday, July 29. SONA Security & Traffic: The PNP said there’s no nationwide gun ban for Marcos’ 5th SONA on Monday, while Manila City announced major road closures and rerouting for Sunday. Weather Advisory: PAGASA reported Typhoon Noul (formerly Kiyapo) has exited the PAR but rains and gusty conditions continue, with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected in Metro Manila and parts of Luzon. Public Safety Debate: The PNP is considering an ASEAN Chiefs of Police proposal to push for a ban on social media use for minors, citing concerns after the Tacloban school shooting. Healthcare Rollout: PCSO completed nationwide distribution of Patient Transport Vehicles, with all 82 provinces now covered. Sports: Cebu City All-Stars won the EASL Future Champions Elite title; Nxled beat Capital1 in PVL on Tour; and Macau snapped a losing skid in the PBA Governors’ Cup. Diplomacy: China’s Wang Yi co-chaired the China-ASEAN foreign ministers meeting in Manila, while separate reports said he had no meetings with Japan’s side during his visit. Arts & Culture: Debbie Gibson praised Filipino singers’ cover of “Lost in Your Eyes,” and Lea Salonga’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony nears as Jo Koy and Nicole Scherzinger join the Class of 2027.