Monsoon Floods & Alerts: Heavy habagat rains pushed more Luzon areas into red warning, while Metro Manila saw multiple flooded spots and class disruptions; the DSWD raised its national alert to red and hospitals reported surges, including leptospirosis cases. Health Watch: DOH said leptospirosis cases are down year-on-year, but Metro Manila hospitals still logged 521 admissions as facilities prepare for a possible further rise. Public Safety Crackdown: Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said over 200 Bureau of Fire Protection personnel are under investigation over alleged “slots-for-sale,” as authorities move to “clean up” the agency. Cyber & Child Safety: Meta committed to removing harmful deepfakes and cooperating with investigations, while lawmakers backed proposals to restrict social media access for children 14 and below. Sports—Gilas’ Grit: Without Justin Brownlee, Gilas beat Jordan 82-81 in overtime, powered by CJ Perez and a late Kevin Quiambao triple, with Kai Sotto delivering a key block. Economy & Markets: The peso hit a new record low at 62.265 per dollar, inflation is seen staying above 6% in August, and the PSEi slid below 6,000 amid growth worries. Local Politics: Dasmariñas voters went to the polls in Cavite’s 4th District special election despite heavy rain. Disaster Abroad: Families and authorities continued searching for Filipinos missing after Nepal-Tibet flash floods, including a doctor last contacted near the Isha Sadghuru tour.