Energy Policy: Philippines Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian says technical system losses should be paid by distribution utilities, not consumers, arguing DUs have the power to cut losses through upgrades and incentives. Power Reliability: The US Trump administration invoked emergency authority to keep a Maryland power unit running to protect supply for about 65 million people across 13 states and DC. Local Economy & Housing: Zimbabwe’s housing minister said government is tightening policy and regulation to boost investor confidence and move projects from approvals to construction. Markets & Rates: India’s RBI minutes turned hawkish, rattling bond markets and putting rate hikes back in play; in parallel, Indian equities rebounded as global cues improved and US bond yields eased. Property & Consumer Demand: New grants in Florida’s Gainesville aim to speed up Streatery reconstruction and fund public-facing upgrades for nearby businesses. Finance & Fraud: Westpac NZ scam case highlights how remote-access fraud can escalate fast, with banks urging small firms to stay vigilant. Business Growth: Malaysia pushes rare earth investors to bring technology and participate across the supply chain, while JETRO backs Japanese firms entering Southeast Asia’s halal market via digital matching. Retail & Tech: Xero unveiled new AI features for small businesses and accountants, and EE launched UK’s first commercial 5G+ network slicing for prioritised data performance.