US Politics & Security: Vice President JD Vance escalated GOP attacks, calling Democrats the “party of hatred” and tying culture-war rhetoric to midterm stakes. Middle East Energy & Shipping: Oil pushed back above $100 as US-Iran tensions and Houthi attacks raise both economic pressure and Saudi security concerns; separately, Houthis took Mokha after government forces withdrew, extending their Red Sea foothold. Yemen Governance & Services: Yemen’s Change and Construction government said it’s restoring security and basic services in areas liberated from Saudi-backed mercenaries. UK Family Rights: A Scottish Government review is welcomed by a mother seeking clearer parental-rights rules for non-offending parents when an ex is convicted of child sexual abuse. Israel Domestic Politics: Elisha Medan, injured in Gaza, entered politics with Netanyahu placing him on the Likud slate, linking rehabilitation to national cohesion. Local Government & Lobbying: Minnesota’s State Auditor reported 2025 local government lobbying rose to $14.2m, up 6% from 2024. Public Transit Relief: Manitoba distributed 21,000+ free youth bus passes under a one-year pilot, aiming to cut costs for students and young workers. International Diplomacy Online: New analysis highlights how social media reshapes diplomacy—and how official fact-checking is now part of foreign policy communication. South Asia Daily Life: Nepal’s cooking gas shortages persist amid delivery disruptions, leaving households lining up for empty cylinders. Ghana Economic Planning: Ghana’s NDPC will track a proposed US$10bn “New Economy Programme,” with details expected in the 2027 budget. Venezuela School Repairs: Zulia received waterproofing materials for 50 schools under the Community Roof Plan, part of a broader push to get students back in class.