Rail PPP Financing: Philippines rail officials say they’ll use new World Bank-backed guarantee tools, including an optional $300m IBRD step-up loan, to help bidders fund MRT-3 capacity/O&M, LRT-2 rehab/O&M and Metro Manila Subway O&M. Local Relief for Drivers: Borongan, Eastern Samar kicked off a coupon-based fuel subsidy for 900+ registered tricycle and pump-boat operators, paying P100/day for 13 weeks via partner stations. Maritime Decarbonization: Oceanbird explains how wind-assisted propulsion systems are integrated on newbuilds and retrofits, while Norway accelerates hydrogen-powered shortsea bulkers with an added Enova grant. Shipping Security Watch: With the US-Iran deal, Strait of Hormuz traffic is starting to trickle back, but major carriers are still holding off on full normalization. Port Safety Accountability: Baltimore prosecutors charged Dali’s chief engineer over alleged failure to notify the Coast Guard before the 2024 Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Aviation Disruption: A NetJets business jet crash on a Texas highway killed one and injured five; investigations continue as Loop 20 cleanup proceeds. Road/Transit Disruptions: Warrington reports faulty traffic lights causing major delays; Boston ramps transit and ferry changes for Sail250; Delhi plans women-focused transit security with panic buttons linked to 112.