ASEAN Football: Singapore’s “Lions” held Vietnam to a 0-0 draw in Hanoi, staying top of Group A and keeping semifinal hopes in their own hands ahead of Indonesia on Aug. 7. Local Sports Spotlight: Izwan Mahbud’s goalkeeping and the Lions’ chances set up a tense finish to Group A as they chase progress after earlier wins over Timor-Leste and Cambodia. Dili & Regional Diplomacy: Japan reaffirmed support for ASEAN centrality, backing the bloc’s role in stability and dialogue as geopolitical tensions rise. Timor-Leste Justice: A war crimes case against Myanmar’s military leadership is advancing in Dili, testing ASEAN’s non-interference approach as the judicial phase moves forward. Government Watch: Timor-Leste’s Council of Ministers approved steps to curb civil service recruitment and a new media subsidy decree-law aimed at strengthening support for outlets. Infrastructure & Flooding: Davao City’s flood masterplan is set to be pushed into the 2027 national budget, but local lawmakers warn residents want real delivery, not promises. Health & Safety: Cebu officials probe an alleged emergency care delay at Badian District Hospital after a motorcycle crash, following claims that referral and treatment issues contributed to a death. Economy & Tourism: Portugal’s tourism minister says the sector must raise value—meaning tourists should pay more—to improve wages and investment quality. Tech & Finance: Interpol says a global payments network helped stop a $6.6m fraud payout, highlighting faster action against cybercrime.