Flood Response & Accountability: Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon relieved a maintenance chief in Las Piñas–Muntinlupa after reports of delayed calamity response, ordering an inventory and turnover of pending records—while Sen. JV Ejercito urged DPWH to finish unfinished flood control projects before starting new ones. Student Activism & Education: Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila students questioned the university’s honorary Doctor of Laws degree for President Marcos, citing concerns over transparency and the legacy of student activist Liliosa Hilao. Online Safety & School Violence: A lawmaker warned that social media algorithms can pull minors toward age-inappropriate and harmful content, as the country grapples with school shootings and debates on prevention. Disaster Toll in Central Luzon: In Zambales, rescuers recovered the body of a pregnant Aeta woman from Mapanuepe Lake, bringing the lake tragedy’s death toll to nine. Heritage Protection: Cordillera technocrats push for a revived commission to protect the Ifugao rice terraces, citing deterioration and climate pressures. Culture & Community Abroad: Philippine consulates promoted tourism and faith events—launching the VIP Tour 2027 in New York and marking Santo Niño de Agosto celebrations in the U.S. Sports & Youth Development: San Juan City launched a futsal program for kids with PSC and PFF support, while Gilas Pilipinas beat Iran to stay in the World Cup qualification hunt.