Orang Asli Leadership Support: Malaysia’s Johor, with JAKOA, is boosting Orang Asli community leadership via training and higher allowances for Tok Batin in Kampung Labong, aiming to strengthen local governance. Early Vision Care: In Kelantan, an eye screening drive by Universiti Sains Malaysia detected 300+ primary pupils with conditions like strabismus and amblyopia, stressing routine checks and early treatment. Disability Education Funding: Qatar’s endowment authority launched “Sponsoring a Student with Disabilities” to fund grants for students with disabilities through partner schools. College Admissions Access: Georgetown University in Qatar opens fall 2027 admissions using the Common App for the first time, expanding access for applicants. School Safety Shock: A 13-year-old was killed in Las Piñas after a stabbing at school over a small canteen dispute, with authorities investigating how a weapon entered despite security. Back-to-School Tech & Grants: Trafford Council supplied refurbished desktops to Stretford’s St Matthew’s CE Primary under Tech4All, while Virginia Agriculture in the Classroom offers educator grants up to $500 for classroom agriculture projects. Exam Security After NEET-UG Leak: India’s NTA announced a ₹7.5 crore security overhaul tender for offices handling exam materials. NCAA Eligibility Ruling: A federal judge granted a fifth year of NCAA eligibility to Class of 2022 athletes, with the NCAA planning to appeal. Student Mental Health Tech: India’s DIMPLE digital platform is rolling out to support students with anonymous access to mental health resources and counsellors.