Peace & Reintegration: Four former NPA couples tied the knot in Digos City as Davao del Sur marked its fourth year as insurgency-free—an AFP-backed push to move from conflict to “commitment” through family life. Science & Oceans: A global Ocean Census says it found 1,121 entirely new marine species, with researchers stressing the findings can guide conservation faster. Local Impact: In Cebu’s Lapu-Lapu, about 130 homes face displacement for the Lapu-Lapu Expressway, with only a small number agreeing to appraisal so far. Regional Diplomacy: In New Delhi, Timor-Leste’s Ambassador Karlito Nunes highlighted deeper cooperation with India as the country positions itself as an Indo-Pacific gateway. Health Watch: Cebu City’s anti-rabies vaccine supply is critically low, threatening herd immunity unless emergency action is taken. Travel Rules: Thailand cut visa-free stays for 54 countries from 60 to 30 days, citing overstays and security concerns.