Marine Science Breakthrough: The Ocean Census mission says it has discovered 1,121 previously unknown ocean species since last April, including a “ghost shark” and a worm living inside a glass sea sponge—another reminder that most of the sea is still a mystery. Regional Health Watch: Cebu City’s anti-rabies vaccine supply has dropped so low that officials warn they can’t reach herd immunity this year without emergency action, with 31 rabies cases recorded last year and demand possibly far higher than current stock. Disaster Response (Local Governance): Cebu has moved to speed calamity funding and deployment by creating a new disaster executive committee under Executive Order 30, aiming to cut delays during emergencies. Timor-Leste & Diplomacy: Timor-Leste continues positioning itself as an Indo-Pacific gateway, with Ambassador Karlito Nunes highlighting future cooperation with India. Education Support: The UAE has started building a residence for 300 female university students from low-income families in Aitarak-Laran, with added services like a clinic and study spaces.