Digital Safety & Parenting: President Marcos warned that social media and AI-driven misinformation are shaping children’s views before their judgment matures, while CitizenWatch Philippines urged that protecting kids online should help parents—not replace them. Indigenous Identity & Land Defense: Aeta communities in Central Luzon held Aeta Day despite heavy rain, reaffirming unity and their commitment to defend ancestral lands and culture. Language & Learning: For Buwan ng Wika, a Filipino-language piece spotlights songs that treat language as a tool for liberation, tying “Wikang Filipino at AI” to the fight against commercialization and colonial habits. Tech & Community Building: WordCamp Philippines 2026 heads to Iloilo City, promising open-source energy and local culture, while Digital Walker marks 20 years with a lifestyle-tech anniversary fest. Sports & Youth Culture: Alexandra Eala advanced at the Cincinnati Open after an opponent retired; meanwhile, young Filipino fencers won multiple medals at the SEA Junior and Cadet Championships, and Cebu’s Governor’s Cup U-18 screenings push basketball talent across the province. Food Security & School Gardens: A bill seeks to institutionalize the Gulayan sa Barangay at Paaralan Program to strengthen community gardens and tackle hunger, stunting, and malnutrition. Local Life & Care: In Cebu, a pop-up rehab hub delivered free therapy to 64 patients, highlighting how specialized care often remains out of reach.