Political Salaries in Parliament: Singapore’s political pay framework is back in focus as MPs debate ministerial salary hikes after a 15-year freeze, with leaders stressing “restraint” and critics pushing for more transparency and timing. Anti-Indian Racism Probe: Singapore police are investigating racist online comments tied to the Nepal floods and the SIA–Air India investment row, with ministers warning against prejudice that could “pull us apart.” AI Governance & Scams: Microsoft published developer docs for a new Windows 11 age-bracketing API aimed at child-safety compliance, while Singapore also moves to tighten AI disinformation and deepfake scam safeguards. Regional Security & Maritime Intel: Singapore’s Defence Innovation Unit launches a maritime intelligence prize challenge to shift from reactive monitoring to proactive threat detection using open sources. DBS and 1MDB Fallout: Court-appointed 1MDB liquidators allege DBS accounts were used to move over S$1b linked to Jho Low associate Eric Tan, with claims framed around banks as “gatekeepers.” Economy & Hiring Signals: MOM data shows fresh graduate hiring resilience and active PMET vacancies in finance, professional services and info-comm, even as AI reshapes entry-level work. Energy & Shipping Shock: Oil prices hover above US$100 as Middle East shipping risks intensify, with Hormuz transits dropping sharply.