Wildlife & Climate: A new study says Indonesia’s 2025 Cyclone Senyar killed at least 58 Tapanuli orangutans—about 7% of the species—after extreme rain and landslides battered the Batang Toru forest, with researchers warning the death toll could be higher and linking stronger rainfall to climate change. Regional Diplomacy: India and Brunei discussed deepening bilateral ties and parliamentary engagement, with India’s High Commissioner meeting Brunei’s Legislative Council Speaker. ASEAN-Russia: Russia invited ASEAN leaders to a Kazan summit on June 17-18 to expand the ASEAN-Russia strategic partnership, with Brunei expected among attendees. South China Sea Tensions: Taiwan accused Chinese vessels of entering prohibited waters around Taiping Island (Itu Aba) for about 15 minutes before being expelled. Sports & Community: Davao City Council in the Philippines approved a resolution calling for a thorough investigation into the deaths of Ateneo players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili after a drowning during a team activity. ASEAN Football Broadcasts: Laos secured FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast rights, while Thailand, Myanmar and Brunei still have no final deal.