Wage Policy Fight: Philippines employers say they don’t expect more court moves to halt Metro Manila’s P85 daily minimum wage increase after a tripartite meeting, even as a TRO remains in play. Workplace Rights: In Maryland, four separate lawsuits accuse University of Maryland Eastern Shore and officials of discrimination and retaliation, including claims tied to hiring, unequal pay, and flawed internal investigations. SNAP-to-Work Push: Maryland launched an online tool to help SNAP recipients find local employment and training providers, as the state expands its network amid federal benefit rule changes. Higher-Ed Hiring & Budgets: Colorado colleges face “belt-tightening” as enrollment and grant pressures mount, with staffing and scholarship funding decisions under strain. Local Jobs Pipeline: Memphis Area Transit Authority is running a hiring event for operators and skilled trades, while Iowa’s workforce team will staff the state fair to connect people with jobs. Career Access for SC Communities: India’s NCSC chair ordered faster delivery of welfare benefits for Scheduled Castes, including education, employment, housing, and livelihood support. FDI for E-Commerce: India amended FDI rules to expand large-scale e-commerce access for MSMEs and traditional producers like artisans, farmers, and fishermen.