West Philippine Sea & China-Philippines Tensions: The Philippines deposited a nautical chart for Bajo de Masinloc with the UN as China again rejected Manila’s “baselines” claims around Huangyan Dao and Scarborough Shoal, warning it will respond “resolutely.” Public Safety & Weather: Pagasa warned an LPA could bring widespread rains and possible tropical cyclone wind signals over parts of Luzon and Metro Manila, while CAAP reported flight diversions to Clark due to bad weather. Labor & Wages: DOLE reminded parents to protect children under 15 in media and public entertainment, and lawmakers pushed back after a Pasig court TRO paused the P85 Metro Manila minimum wage hike. Governance & Accountability: Speaker Faustino Dy said the House will expand its LegisHear public consultations to more provinces, while Ombudsman Remulla said Bong Revilla still hasn’t paid over ₱124M in civil liabilities after bail. Environment & Ports: An e-waste dispute resurfaced as an environmental coalition challenged SBMA’s move to allow US shipments into Subic Bay, saying customs and DENR-EMB should decide compliance. Maritime Disaster: The DMW reported a third Filipino death from Black Sea attacks, with repatriation and assistance ongoing. Sports: Alex Eala set for a DC Open semifinal vs Naomi Osaka; in the PBA Governors’ Cup, NLEX stayed perfect with a win over Converge. Crime & Security: Sen. Mark Villar renewed calls for stronger campus safeguards after a student stabbing in Las Piñas. Entertainment: Katrina Llegado won Miss Supranational 2026, extending the Philippines’ strong run at the pageant.