Impeachment Pressure Mounts: In Davao City, Duterte allies and critics are trading blame as the House impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte—sent to the Senate on May 13—faces calls for the Senate to convene “forthwith,” with residents frustrated that Senate leadership moves are being seen as a delay tactic. Digital Rights Under Fire: In Mindanao, Lumad and environmental defenders say red-tagging and harassment are spreading online, with a Manila Observatory workshop warning the attacks show a “systematic” pattern across regions. Water Security Push: Seoul is training officials from cities across eight countries, including East Timor, on Arisu-style water treatment, leakage reduction, and planning to tackle aging infrastructure. Local Governance Watch: In the Philippines, Cebu City’s anti-mendicancy crackdown is under scrutiny after an elderly street musician’s arrest sparked allegations of abuse and a welfare assessment. Regional Cooperation & Health: Timor-Leste’s trade and budget updates continue alongside international health research links, including a new rheumatic heart disease detection initiative involving partners from Timor-Leste.