PBA Finals: TNT Tropang 5G and Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings kick off the best-of-seven PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals at Smart Araneta Coliseum, with TNT’s Rey Nambatac and Ginebra’s Scottie Thompson both chasing a title and redemption after past losses. Senate Power Struggle: Malacañang welcomed the Senate leadership shake-up, after Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian was elected Senate president pro tempore amid a quorum reached with 12 senators, while Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano called the moves an “illegal coup” and urged prayer. Legislation Push: The House passed on final reading a bill barring spouses and relatives up to second degree from holding public office simultaneously, moving it closer to Senate approval. Flood Control Graft Fallout: The Senate’s blue ribbon probe on flood control anomalies was moved to June 8, as Ombudsman cases continue to be filed, including in Bulacan. Weather & Safety: PAGASA warned Habagat rains may bring 50–100mm/day in Zambales through June 6, with flooding and landslide risks. Crime & Justice: A Taguig road crash video involving a senior citizen and a Rizal cop sparked a probe and disciplinary action, while NBI arrested suspects in a beauty clinic investment scam and another woman tied to alleged illegal firearm sales. Sports & Grass Courts: Alex Eala advanced in the WTA 125 Birmingham Open, setting up a Round of 16 clash with Alina Charaeva. International Tensions: Taiwan urged Japan and the Philippines to consult it over maritime boundary talks that overlap with Taiwan’s interests.