Bangsamoro Security: BARMM chief minister Abdulraof Macacua’s convoy was ambushed in Maguindanao del Norte; no injuries reported, but SUVs—including his armored vehicle—took bullet holes, as AFP and OPAPRU urged restraint ahead of Sept. 14 parliamentary elections. Philippines Party Politics: Macacua was sworn in as president and chairman of the Bangsamoro Federalist Party during its general assembly, with BIAF officials attending. US Elections & Party Rules: Democrats approved a 2028 early voting calendar in Austin, moving South Carolina to the first primary slot and sidelining New Hampshire and Iowa from the top two. US Congress Oversight: Sen. Ron Johnson said Anthony Fauci will not appear again after a contempt vote, shifting the probe toward records and other witnesses. Mexico–US Visa Row: Andrés Manuel López Beltrán accused the Trump administration of “Hitlerian” politics after his US visa was revoked, while the State Department said visa decisions are national security calls. India Independence-Day Politics: A Vande Mataram row erupted at Congress HQ after BJP alleged Sonia Gandhi objected to the full rendition; Congress denied it. Nigeria (Osun) Election Tensions: Osun election coverage highlights intimidation fears and fresh backlash over Senator Francis Fadahunsi’s “monitor your ballot” remarks. Venezuela Prison Releases: Venezuela announced 131 political prisoners freed after dialogue; the US welcomed it, while NGO Foro Penal said only part of the releases were verified.