Rule of Law in Public Rallies (Philippines): The Philippine National Police said INC rallies in Metro Manila on June 30 sparked tension after at least four events were held without permits, stressing that rights to assemble still require compliance with assembly rules. US-India Trade (Trade talks): US Ambassador Sergio Gor said the India-US trade agreement is in the “last 1 or 2 per cent,” with only a few issues left after nearly 18 months of talks. EU-US Trade (Tariffs): The EU said its side of the US trade deal will take effect July 1, removing duties on many US goods until end-2029. US Supreme Court & Fed (Governance): The court blocked Trump’s move to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook, while also reinforcing broad powers to remove other senior officials. AI Governance (Workplace): A report warns “shadow AI” is widespread, with many employees using AI tools through personal accounts despite company rules. Sports Trade (NBA): Ja Morant was traded from Memphis to Portland for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, a major shake-up ahead of free agency. Child Protection Scrutiny (Australia): Queensland rejected claims its child safety system is worsening, after reports of vulnerable children sleeping on floors in public service offices. Trade & Logistics (UAE): AD Ports Group and IRH Global Trading explored a marine fuel partnership at Khalifa Port, including LNG, biofuels and methanol. WhatsApp Privacy (Tech policy): WhatsApp in Hong Kong will let users message via usernames without sharing phone numbers first.