BARMM Polls: Voters in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao cast ballots Monday for the region’s first parliamentary elections, with 80 seats up for grabs and hopes for a more peaceful, orderly political track after decades of conflict. Marawi’s Wounds: Ahead of the vote, Marawi residents say healing is incomplete, pointing to unnamed graves and lingering uncertainty for families of the 2017 siege. Ferry Fire Tragedy: The MV June Aster disaster off Palawan continues to worsen as authorities confirm 76 deaths and 13 still unaccounted for, with forensic teams working through charred remains and families waiting for identification results. Unexplained Wealth Trial: House impeachment prosecutor Terry Ridon urged VP Sara Duterte to show up Monday, and said the prosecution may call lawyer Mans Carpio as a hostile witness, arguing Carpio’s assets are tied to the couple’s wealth. Legal Milestone: The 2026 Bar exams reached the final day Sunday, covering Criminal Law and Remedial Law, with results tentatively due in early January 2027. Education Boost: The Philippines posted improved PISA 2025 scores in science, math, and reading, but officials warn the learning crisis is still far from solved. Infrastructure & Tech: President Marcos met Indian firms at BRICS to explore railway projects and space cooperation, while the Philippines also officially joined the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure.