Medicaid & Social Services: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says a $255 million budget surplus will reverse a planned 4% Medicaid reimbursement cut, delaying the change through fiscal year 2027 and adding support for senior meals and disability waiver slots. Work & Education Disruptions: Manila-area governments suspended work and classes in parts of Luzon at 3 p.m. Thursday due to habagat rains, with vital services continuing. Impeachment & Rule of Law: In the Philippines VP Sara Duterte impeachment, prosecutors argue her remarks about “bending” the law should be the focus, not a defense counsel’s comments. Accessibility & Governance: The Philippines disability council urges stricter enforcement of accessibility laws, calling for regular inspections to remove barriers in public and private spaces. Public Transport: The Philippines LTFRB will allow traditional jeepney operators to renew provisional authorities if vehicles are roadworthy and requests are justified. Competition Policy: Malaysia’s competition commission signs an MoU with Hong Kong to boost cross-border enforcement, training, and information sharing. Workplace Safety (Heat): UK nursing leaders warn of collapses and seizures as unions push for maximum workplace temperature laws. Investor Protection: India’s NSE warns against “Jeewan” and “Happy Singh” for guaranteed-return schemes and credential-harvesting scams. Trade & Economy: Cambodia-Viet Nam trade hits $5.35B in the first seven months of 2026, up 8.2%. AI for Government Skills: Tripura (India) and Salesforce plan to train 10,000+ learners by 2027 for an AI-driven economy.