Philippines Politics: House leaders accused the Senate of “political theatre” during a blue ribbon hearing tied to alleged corruption in flood-control projects ahead of VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, with Deputy Speaker Janette Garin calling the claims “narrative-driven.” Georgia Corruption Watch: More than 35 Democratic lawmakers urged Gov. Brian Kemp to open an independent investigation into possible pay-to-play links between Derek Dooley’s family contracts and Kemp’s administration, citing no-bid deals and campaign donations. US State Runoffs: Lieutenant governor runoffs are set to turn into a style fight in Georgia, with Republicans split on tone and Democrats debating whether to cooperate with GOP lawmakers or go harder against them. Public Safety Tech: Ireland approved procurement for a national Cell Broadcast Public Warning System to push emergency alerts to compatible phones, with rollout expected in 2027. Florida Party Drama: John Morgan’s new Florida political party naming contest is ending, with the reveal expected later this month. Nepal Party Admin: Nepali Congress extended its active membership update deadline to June 11, citing insufficient time for members to renew. UK Policing Row: Keir Starmer accused Elon Musk of interfering in UK politics after Henry Nowak’s murder sparked a wider dispute over police handling. South Africa Justice: The Madlanga Commission continues with a new Hawks witness as scrutiny grows over missing drugs, evidence failures, and leadership inside the Hawks. India Investor Push: India issued an ordinance exempting foreign investors from tax on interest and capital gains from government securities, while the RBI eased rules to attract foreign capital and support the rupee. Nigeria Security Crisis: Reports describe another school kidnapping attack in Oyo State, adding to a pattern of abductions and governance failures. Tamil Nadu Party Shakeup: Former BJP leader K. Annamalai quit the party and launched a new political movement aimed at contesting the next Tamil Nadu elections. Brazil Labor Politics: Delivery riders in Brazil are increasingly organized and politically courted as election pressure mounts over proposed regulation of app-based work.