Middle East Relief Funding: The Philippines says it has identified P22.79 billion in government savings to expand the Uplift Assistance program, including support for commuters and transport-affected groups. Infrastructure Accountability: A review of Marcos’ “Build Better More” push highlights bridge delays, including the Cabagan–Sta. Maria Bridge project that took about a decade to finish after earlier setbacks. Rail Disruption in the UK: Network Rail delayed Oxford’s Botley Road reopening by 4–6 weeks after gas leaks were found, and local campaigners are calling for the rail minister’s resignation. Local Transport Push Sparks Backlash: Swindon’s Local Plan 2043 aims to cut car use via public transport, walking and cycling, but residents criticize it as unrealistic for a growing housing plan. EVs vs Grid Reality: A Davao City report on electric taxis stresses the “clean air” payoff depends on how electricity is generated, with coal-heavy grids complicating the emissions story. Fuel Price Pressure and Rates: South Africa’s SARB held rates steady as June inflation jumped to 5%, with transport costs rising on fuel impacts tied to the Middle East conflict. SAF and Carbon Removal Buildout: Axens backs France’s first industrial-scale SAF unit using Jetanol™ tech, while the UK’s Evero submits planning for InBECCS to capture up to 250,000 tons of CO₂ annually. Port Decarbonization: Brazil’s Porto Itapoá earns a GHG Gold Seal for the fifth straight year, reporting lower carbon intensity per TEU despite higher throughput. Women-Only Transit: Kerala’s KSRTC launches a women-only “Pink Bus” service with night routes for safer travel, starting in Thiruvananthapuram. Maritime Risk in the Red Sea: Pakistan condemns Houthi threats to Saudi shipping and warns any attacks on Pakistan-flagged vessels could trigger “lawful use of force.” Tech for Defense Logistics: ZenaTech says it’s moving ZenaDrone toward U.S. government defense demonstrations as its drone portfolio nears market readiness.