Biosecurity & Trade: Indonesia’s quarantine agency is working with FAO to strengthen national biosecurity, modernize labs, and improve surveillance, early warning, and traceability to meet global food-safety standards. Cardiac Care in Timor-Leste: RTTL aired an exclusive interview with our CEO on the future of cardiovascular care in Timor-Leste, highlighting progress from the Caring for Healthy Hearts program through training, systems development, and workforce strengthening. Dengue & Heat Risks: Central Visayas health officials reported 2,425 dengue cases and 18 deaths (Jan–mid-May 2026), with fatalities up sharply, as extreme heat and unsafe water storage worsen seasonal mosquito breeding and strain non-communicable health. HIV Testing & Safer Sex: A local advice column urges people in relationships to avoid assumptions about HIV status, get tested, and use safer practices—especially when partners may have other relationships. Women’s Mental Health Support: Cebu Province is expanding services for abuse survivors through “Balay ni Neneng,” adding psychological first aid, trauma processing, therapies, and access to psychiatric medication. Worker Welfare Concern: A viral report from Australia shows Pacific workers, including people linked to Timor-Leste, living rough under a bridge, raising urgent questions about welfare and support systems.