Budget & Social Welfare: The House Budget Amendments Review Subcommittee boosted the DSWD’s Assistance for Individuals in Crisis (AICS) by ₱25.8B to ₱58.8B, citing expected dry spells from “Super El Niño” and the need to help millions of vulnerable families. Education & Child Safety: Lawmakers also approved over ₱8B in 2027 DepEd amendments, including extra funds for classrooms and a school safety and security program, as officials push stronger protection for children online and offline. Campus Security: Mapua Malayan Colleges Laguna suspended face-to-face classes and moved to synchronous online learning after a reported security concern, with police and disaster officials clearing the premises. Public Health: DENR reported “unhealthy for sensitive groups” air in parts of Metro Manila due to PM2.5, linked to haze from fires in Kalimantan. Sports & Culture Spotlight: Alex Eala settled for bronze after a semifinal loss to Wang Xiyu, while Jeus Yape won men’s taekwondo poomsae bronze and Juliana Candelaria took women’s poomsae silver—another busy day for Team Philippines at the Asian Games. Pop Culture: DreamWorks’ “Forgotten Island” topped Philippine Google search trends in its premiere week, sparking renewed interest in Filipino folklore like manananggal and kapre. Environment & Heritage: Mindoro’s tamaraw conservation gets a community push via “Piso Para sa Tamaraw,” as local leaders warn the species could disappear without stronger habitat protection.