School Safety & Youth Protection: Zamboanga City declared a Day of Mourning and suspended classes after the Ateneo de Zamboanga University shooting left two students dead, with President Marcos ordering a thorough probe and calls for safer school spaces. Gun Access, Juvenile Justice & Online Influence: Senators pushed for tighter safeguards on firearms and a review of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act, pointing to gaps in implementation, school security, mental health, and young people’s exposure to violent online content. DepEd Response: The education department ordered psychosocial support for affected students, teachers, and families, urging the public to avoid sharing graphic footage and unverified posts. Public Debate on “Confidential Funds”: In the VP Duterte impeachment coverage, lawmakers alleged repeated resistance to scrutiny of confidential spending involving the OVP and DepEd, reigniting questions about where school-related security funds should come from. Floods, Budget Priorities & Accountability: ACT Teachers criticized the 2027 flood-control allocation as misprioritized, while budget-watchers warned against political rewrites and pork. Culture & Entertainment: Cinemalaya 2026’s “Mag-iina” won Best Film, while “Forgotten Island” unveiled its soundtrack featuring Lea Salonga, BINI, SB19, and others. Lifestyle & Food: Mega Sardines expands in the US via Kroger, signaling more mainstream reach for Filipino food brands. Community & Work After Disasters: DOLE plans to expand TUPAD emergency jobs for storm-hit schools to speed cleanup and recovery.