Global Peace Index: South Asia’s peace picture worsened, with Nepal posting the steepest drop after violent protests tied to a 2025 social media ban, while Bhutan remains the most peaceful in the region and India, Pakistan and Afghanistan all slide in the rankings. HIV Progress: Global HIV infections and AIDS deaths hit historic lows, with most people living with HIV knowing their status and treatment success high—but funding gaps threaten momentum. Mental Health Access: The Philippines’ mWell expands into “mind health” via MindNation, offering free, app-based starting points and self-guided modules. Women’s Support: Malaysia’s endowments ministry launches “Ihna Sandak,” a mental health programme for female employees combining psychological, family and religious guidance. Tech & Research Links: Malaysia’s PM pushes stronger ties between Malaysian universities and Japan, including quantum tech and quantum encryption, after a Japan visit. Climate Finance: Bangladesh’s Prime Bank joins PCAF to measure and disclose financed emissions, aiming for more transparent climate accountability. Health Systems & Care: Northern Ireland’s health minister backs emergency responders after disorder, praising firefighters and ambulance crews amid attacks and blocked access. Science Policy Clash: A sharp critique targets the Trump administration’s push to dismantle parts of ocean monitoring, warning that “ignorance” can be deadly. Sports & Culture: Ariana Grande condemns the White House using her song in an ICE video; the White House later removes it.