Infrastructure Watch: DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon assured Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo of continued delivery on key projects, including the Naga Airport completion, Almeda-Mabolo Bypass Road/Bridge by Q1 2027, ongoing Oplan Kontra Baha dredging, and road asphalt overlays, plus talks on underground cabling. Impeachment Update: House Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V said VP Sara Duterte’s non-attendance at her July impeachment trial may be a defense strategy, while lawmakers also pushed back on claims of a “drubbing” during the pre-trial conference. Roads & Mobility: Manila will close several major roads on June 21 for the UP Marathon and Pride Run, urging motorists to plan alternate routes. Energy & Power Grid: The ERC approved rules allowing non-NGCP firms to finance and build certain transmission projects to speed up power delivery. Banking & Cost of Living: BSP kept tightening with a 25 bps hike to 4.75% and extended salary-loan repayment terms up to seven years. Business in QC: SM Prime will add about 31,000 sqm of PEZA-accredited office space in Quezon City via North Tower 3 at SM North EDSA. Politics & Governance: A coalition warned that naming Sen. Chiz Escudero as impeachment presiding officer could hurt Senate credibility. Public Trust: A Reuters Institute report said trust in news fell to 28% in 2026 as social media remains the main news source. Sports: Alex Eala advanced to Berlin’s final four after beating Elina Svitolina.