Human Rights Watchdog Slams Marcos: Amnesty International Philippines gave President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. a “failed” mark ahead of his SONA, citing recurring failures on protecting human rights defenders, press freedom, and climate justice. Prison Health Under Scrutiny (Vietnam): Family members say a jailed democracy activist in Vietnam’s Prison No. 5 was denied outside medical care despite serious symptoms, echoing wider concerns about ill-treatment of political prisoners. Protests Meet Heavy Security (Philippines): Ahead of the SONA, police blocked roads and deployed large forces as groups protested hunger, jobs, labor rights, and corruption. Malaysia Prisons Act Amendments: Malaysia’s home minister says proposed changes are meant to protect officers acting in good faith, not grant immunity, as Suhakam and critics push back. Balochistan Enforced Disappearances Alleged: Paank claims four Baloch people were forcibly disappeared, demanding Pakistan disclose whereabouts and investigate. West Bank Mosque Arson: Two mosques were set on fire amid settler violence, with Palestinians and critics blaming the Netanyahu government’s inaction. Bangladesh Yaba Addiction Crisis: A report spotlights the spread of yaba drug use and its devastating impact on users and families. UK Privacy vs Wearables: Smart wearables are challenged over “invisible” surveillance concerns under UK privacy rules. Samoa Ombudsman Sworn In: Vui Clarence Nelson pledges stronger rights protection, including against online harm to children and ongoing violence against women and girls.