Regional Politics: The first regular parliamentary election in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (BARMM) finally took place after years of postponements, following leadership changes and raising concerns over lingering local armed tensions. Film & Culture: Malaysia’s horror film “Khadam” is trending in Hong Kong over its Chinese title “Lau Ga Ling,” sparking buzz and jokes after it sounds like actress Carina Lau’s Cantonese name. Environment & Health: Indonesia’s wildfire haze is again affecting parts of Borneo and nearby areas, with hazardous air readings reported in Malaysian states before winds brought some relief. Digital Finance: Datastream Digital Sdn Bhd (DST) won “Best Fintech Company Brunei Darussalam 2026,” highlighting its MyDST super app and expanded digital payments. Sports (ASEAN): FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 details keep rolling out, with IMG set to lead commercial rights sales and Indonesia staging fan events ahead of the Sept 25–Oct 5 tournament. Church & Society: A regional Creation-care campaign urged Catholics to protect both the environment and vulnerable people as one moral responsibility. Business/Travel: A quick guide to Thailand’s new entry rules from Sept 15 shows shorter visa-free stays and tighter limits for land crossings.