Political Ads & Courts: A Supreme Court ruling dismissing VP Sara Duterte’s challenges clears the way for the Senate impeachment trial to proceed, with lawmakers pushing back on claims of “mini-trials.” Election Advertising: A US Supreme Court decision is set to boost party coordination with candidates, potentially shifting TV ad leverage back toward official party groups. Brand Safety & Platform Scrutiny: Meta is facing a child-safety probe over alleged CSAM ads on Instagram, while new rules in New York require conspicuous disclosures for AI-generated ads. Ad Tech & Measurement: AppsFlyer is bringing mobile app measurement to ChatGPT ads, and Google is testing new ad description formats. Media Buying Shift: Video podcasts are emerging as a cheaper, more targeted alternative to traditional TV ad inventory. Consumer/Local Impact: BMW’s “Spider-Man” ads on in-car screens sparked owner backlash, reigniting the debate over consent in connected advertising. Public Sector Comms: The Philippines ordered class and government-work suspensions in parts of Luzon due to Tropical Storm Maymay.