Research Publishing: Beijing’s 2nd STM APAC Conference drew 300+ delegates to push more open, trustworthy scholarly communication across publishers, researchers, libraries and institutions, with AI and research integrity high on the agenda. Education in Conflict: India told the UN Security Council that protecting children’s right to education is “incomplete” without accountability for attacks on schools and children, citing record-level verified grave violations in 2025. Student Safety Online: A Philippines commentary argues against blaming violent games alone after a school shooting, stressing the need to address the wider environment around vulnerable students. School Disruption from Climate: Japan evacuated 2.2 million as Typhoon Mekkhala neared, while Taiwan shut offices and schools; in the UK, a heatwave forced closures for hundreds of schools, with temperatures near 38C. India Passport Costs: India’s July 1 passport fee hike (₹2,500 fresh booklet; higher Tatkal) is framed as a new barrier for first-timers, with the “gateway credential” impact on families. Textbook Quality: Odisha CM Mohan Majhi ordered replacement of textbooks after reports of 1,600+ errors, calling it a possible conspiracy and speeding up an inquiry. Global Mobility & Partnerships: Australia’s PM highlighted deeper ties with India as central to future growth, alongside clean energy, AI and supply-chain resilience.