Flood Control Accountability: Cabinet Secretary Benhur Abalos and DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon inspected flood-damaged seawalls in Bulacan and urged prison for those behind substandard projects that left coastal barangays exposed. Weather Watch: Pagasa said habagat will keep bringing rain over Luzon Monday, with heavy-rain chances in several regions, while Typhoon Saudel (Obet) is expected to enter the PAR. School Safety Debate: The Philippine Psychiatric Association and child psychiatry group asked DepEd to defer Aug. 25 live-shooter drills, warning of trauma risks; meanwhile, some LGUs still suspended in-person classes due to threats. Mental Health in Schools: Lawmakers flagged a 2027 DepEd plan to hire over 2,000 guidance counselors to strengthen student mental health support. Health System Strain: NKTI limited walk-in ER admissions as leptospirosis cases surge amid flooding. West Philippine Sea Info War: House officials urged NTC to block China misinformation pages, while AFP rejected Beijing’s “deceptive narratives” over Ayungin Shoal. Philippine Economy & Services: GOCC subsidy releases missed H1 targets; PhilHealth said it may not break even this year as it expands benefits. Sports: Gilas U18 boys settled for eighth after a loss to Chinese Taipei; Alyssa Valdez and Jaja Santiago-Minowa reunited as Creamline swept PVL On Tour.