Habagat Watch: Pagasa expects moderate to heavy rains over parts of Luzon, including Metro Manila, with 50–100mm possible in several provinces as the southwest monsoon persists for the next five days; a low-pressure area east of Northern Luzon entered the PAR but has a low chance of becoming a tropical cyclone. Power Supply: The Visayas grid was placed under red alert for several hours Monday as capacity dropped amid unavailability of major coal plants and limited imports. 2027 Budget Scrutiny: The Senate vowed tighter checks on confidential and intelligence funds and flood control spending as Congress reviews the P7.2-trillion 2027 national budget, while lawmakers also face calls to block “congressional insertions” and ensure transparency in bicam talks. Impeachment & Due Process: House officials said the sub judice rule should apply to Vice President Sara Duterte as well, amid debate over her statements and absence from proceedings. Education Support: DBM released about P9.75 billion to settle arrears for free higher education for 108 SUCs, and Sen. Erwin Tulfo pushed a bill for a 20% student discount on mobile load and internet. Food & Social Aid: The Marcos administration said free rice distribution will continue every two months, targeting nearly 8 million poor households nationwide. Local Governance & Funds: Economist Cielo Magno urged clear rules for allocating special local government support funds to prevent political patronage ahead of 2028 polls. Public Health: Cebu’s provincial veterinary office reported rabies vaccination coverage reaching 986 barangays, with over 104,000 pets vaccinated. Energy Infrastructure: Regulators are studying Ramon Ang’s stake in Lopez Inc. for possible competition and affiliate-control issues.