Israel Court Fight: Israel’s Supreme Court blocked Netanyahu from firing Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, warning of a dangerous precedent as protests flare over a potential constitutional crisis. Philippines Impeachment Rules: The Palace criticized a Senate impeachment court ruling that recalculated the 2/3 conviction threshold for VP Sara Duterte, arguing it could hollow out the Constitution if corruption is normalized. Student Politics Revival: Maharashtra moves to restart campus student union elections after 33 years, setting up a committee amid ongoing student unrest over education and exam integrity. Diplomacy & UN Role: Kyrgyzstan and Benin signed deals on political consultations and visa-free travel, with Kyrgyzstan spotlighting its 2027–28 UN Security Council bid. Homelessness & Local Governance: A local piece argues homelessness is worsening and often driven by housing costs and low wages, while camp crackdowns raise safety and rights concerns. US Immigration Enforcement: A GAO report says ICE expanded detention capacity without proper planning, wasting millions and delaying a comprehensive spending plan until 2027. Elections & Fraud: Florida charged 20 people in an election-fraud sweep, including 16 noncitizens accused of voting. Protest Over Housing: Madrid tenants rallied after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, turning one case into a broader national housing fight. Party Discipline in Campaigns: North Carolina Democrats and Texas Republicans condemned their own candidates over extremist or racist social media posts. EU Migration Politics: An EU pact is framed as accelerating deportations and outsourcing asylum management, deepening the “Fortress Europe” critique. Local Service vs Politics: A county budget hearing in California highlights how hiring consultants and tightening fiscal policy can shape real-world services.