POLITICS. Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte said he is considering running for president in 2016.

BUSINESS. Cebu Business Month 2015 chair Francis Dy said becoming globally competitive means using local solutions to meet the challenges of the global market.

EDUCATION. The PNP activated its Oplan Ligtas Balik Eskwela, which is the security plan for the maintenance of peace and order during the opening of classes.