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Good morning. Today’s issue starts with a constitutional headache: what happens if senators facing flood-control complaints are detained or suspended before Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial? Also inside: a US crab ban threatens coastal jobs, Super El Niño could hit livestock hard, GenSan airport reopens, and AI wants to predict football now.

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Big picture: Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial could run into a numbers problem before it even reaches the verdict stage. Sen. Ping Lacson warned that if several senators are detained or suspended over the flood control scandal, the Senate may struggle with participation in the trial.

Why it matters: The Constitution requires two-thirds of all 24 senators, or 16 votes, to convict. Lacson said lowering the base number to 12 would be “devious,” arguing the threshold should remain 16.

The wrinkle: Lacson floated possible fixes: ask courts to allow detained senators to attend, treat suspensions as covering legislative work only, or delay until suspensions lapse. For now, the House prosecution says it is still preparing for 16 votes.

PhilExport Cebu is urging BFAR to address deficiencies cited by US regulators after a ban on Philippine blue swimming crab exports took effect. The industry generates up to $60 million annually and supports thousands of jobs. Exporters warn prolonged restrictions could hurt coastal livelihoods, foreign exchange earnings, and the country’s seafood trade competitiveness.

Super El Niño Threatens ₱9.9B Livestock Losses

The Philippine livestock sector could lose up to ₱9.9 billion under severe Super El Niño conditions, according to a new study. Heat stress, water shortages, feed scarcity, and disease risks are expected to reduce meat, milk, and egg production through 2028, while broader economic impacts could reach as much as ₱205 billion.

GenSan Airport Reopens After Quake

Commercial flights at General Santos International Airport will fully resume on June 15 after emergency repairs and safety inspections following the magnitude 7.8 Mindanao earthquake. Authorities fast-tracked restoration efforts to minimize travel disruptions, allowing normal operations to restart one week after the disaster that killed 61 people and displaced thousands

AI to Drive PH Energy Transition

The Philippines is turning to artificial intelligence and connected operations to strengthen its energy transition amid rising power demand, grid challenges, and renewable energy targets. Industry experts say AI can improve outage recovery, forecasting, and asset management, helping utilities build a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable power system.

Jordan Clarkson made history as the first Filipino-American NBA champion, helping the Knicks end a 53-year title drought with a Finals victory over the Spurs. (Read more)

Alden and Nadine find love, healing, and second chances in Siargao

Alden Richards searches for a lost love while Nadine Lustre escapes her past in Love, Siargao. Their paths cross on the island, sparking a heartfelt journey of healing, self-discovery, and unexpected romance before its June 26 premiere on Viu. (Read More)

Bruno Mars’ nephews wow AGT judges, advance with standout original song

Bruno Mars’ nephews Nyjah and Zyah earned four yeses on America’s Got Talent after performing their original song “Heartbeat.” The talented sibling duo impressed judges with their vocals, harmonies, and stage presence, advancing to the next round. (Read more)

The Pentagon released 72 declassified UFO files detailing reports of red and white glowing orbs in the northeastern United States. Witness accounts describe plasma-like spheres, unusual movements, and recurring sightings near sparsely populated areas. (Read more)

AI systems are now being used to predict 2026 World Cup winners, with several chatbots favoring Spain, France, and Argentina, replacing the old Paul the Octopus prediction trend tradition ending. (Read more)

Brazil is using wearable smart vests to track player speed, heart rate, fatigue and recovery helping coaches analyze performance data for better selection and tactics ahead of 2026 World Cup. (Read more)

IEEE research shows robots using vision-language models can better read human emotions by combining facial cues and context. Adaptive responses improve interaction, but trust still depends more on task performance. (Read more)

Humidity Turns Bees Into Color-Changing “Mood Rings”

New research shows iridescent sweat bees shift from blue-green in dry air to coppery green in high humidity. Scientists say moisture may alter exoskeleton layers, changing how light reflects and produces color.

Venus Flytrap Snap Mechanism Finally Explained

Scientists found that Venus flytraps close their traps due to rapid softening of cell walls, not water movement as previously believed. This weakening releases stored tension, causing the leaf to snap shut in under a second.

Dying Star May Birth New Universe Instead of Black Hole

A new theory suggests a collapsing star might avoid becoming a black hole by forming a tiny universe inside it. This expanding region could counter gravity and create an exotic object called a gravastar.

Ice Age Squirrel Poop Reveals Mammoth DNA

Ancient frozen squirrel feces from the Yukon contained DNA from mammoths, horses, plants, and microbes. Scientists say the findings reveal detailed Ice Age ecosystems and how Arctic environments changed over time.

🌊 Parts of Sarangani and Davao Occidental rose about two meters after the quake, exposing corals and seabed. Phivolcs recorded 5,200 aftershocks. (Read more)

🌧️ Heavy rains caused Marilao River to overflow and trigger evacuations, but Angat Dam's water level remained below operating level. (Read more)

🏛️ Sen. Joel Villanueva said he is ready to attend a possible special Senate session amid leadership dispute and calls for unity. (Read more)

🏥 PhilHealth will review its 24-hour confinement rule and strengthen enforcement of the Anti-Hospital Deposit Law after a viral case. (Read more)

⚖️ Bacolod police say a teacher died after allegedly being forced by a student to drink muriatic acid during a drinking session. (Read more)

A protest in Nanyuki, Kenya against a proposed US Ebola quarantine centre turned violent, with police dispersing crowds and one man shot dead. Demonstrators opposed fears of disease risk as legal challenges continue.

Sydney Shark Attack Leaves Woman Critically Injured

A woman was critically injured after an 11-foot shark attacked her off Coogee Beach in Sydney. A lifeguard rescued her using a paddleboard, and bystanders helped bring her to shore before she was airlifted to hospital.

Body Found Outside Stadium Hosting Iran World Cup Training

Mexican authorities are investigating after a body was discovered in a vehicle outside a Tijuana stadium used by Iran’s national team for World Cup training. Officials are working to determine the identity and cause of death.

📝 UPLB researchers found anti-cancer bacteria in Mayon soil. (Watch here)

📝 Cat steals spotlight in Turkey’s “Romeo and Juliet” ballet death scene. (Watch here)

📝 Multo performed live at Music Awards Japan 2026 marks OPM breakthrough moment. (Watch here)

📝 Filipino American Museum opens in Las Vegas during Independence Day. (Read more)