Infrastructure Resilience Push: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered stricter enforcement of construction and building standards, backing structural resilience measures like tougher material requirements and a proposed Building Resilience Seal, as he met private-sector advisers in Malacañang. BRICS/India Ties: In New Delhi, Marcos sought India’s technical help for major rail and space projects, meeting RITES on Mindanao rail, Cebu mass transit, and PNR expansion. Ferry Tragedy Update: The MV June Aster fire death toll rose to 76 as more bodies were recovered and identification began in Coron, Palawan, with 54 still missing. Justice/Travel Abroad: Ombudsman Remulla said his France trip would only set up information exchange for the possible return of Zaldy Co and Sen. Loren Legarda to face cases. Fuel Price Protest: Transport group Manibela announced a nationwide strike on Sept. 14-15 over expected fuel price hikes. Education Disruption Response: Senate President Gatchalian urged more localized class-suspension decisions to curb learning loss during monsoon disruptions. Local Governance & Safety: San Juan City approved buying metal detectors for public schools to strengthen screening at entrances. Sports Spotlight: UAAP Season 89 opens with FEU hosting; FEU coach Sean Chambers backs MVP Janrey Pasaol amid high expectations. BARMM Security: Police reported a shootout during the gun ban in Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur, injuring two suspects linked to extremist groups.