Global Governance: China’s State Council released white papers pushing a “more just and equitable” global governance system, with FM Wang Yi saying the Global Governance Initiative is gaining broad international backing. Public Health & Regulation: In the Philippines, health advocates urged lawmakers to keep vape rules balanced, warning overly strict limits could fuel illegal markets. Ebola Watch: Rwanda says it’s stepping up precautions as the DRC outbreak grows, even with no cases detected at home. Climate & Heat: A new World Meteorological Organization report says Asia is warming faster than the global average, raising alarms for water security and extreme weather coordination. Mental Health Access: A study finds rural US veterans with serious mental illness are less likely to receive care, including fewer telehealth and outpatient visits. Tech & AI Infrastructure: Global Stem Cells Group launched an ISSCA mobile app for physicians, while Sphere won a major enterprise tech award for AI and cloud delivery. Energy Security: Bangladesh began importing diesel from India via pipeline to stabilize supplies amid oil volatility. Sports Tech Glitch: Malaysia’s RTM apologized for a streaming disruption during a World Cup match broadcast. Hospital Hygiene: Bangladesh’s health minister ordered action after an unannounced hospital inspection found sanitation lapses.