University Funding & Access: The University of the Philippines Los Baños is developing improved purple yam (“ube”) varieties with higher yields and better nutrition, aiming to boost farm productivity and expand planting materials for farmers. Student Support: Sri Lanka’s UGC says university students with disabilities will receive a monthly Rs. 5,000 allowance plus arrears, starting from this year. Scholarships & University Finance: Ohio University’s board approved extending its Scholarship Match Program through June 30, 2031, with a new $2M annual cap, as the university reports endowment growth beyond $1B. Mental Health in Schools: Qatar’s MoPH rolled out a Mental Health Promotion Programme across 54 government schools, adding training, counsellors, and parent activities. Workforce Pathways: Georgia approved a new Work-Based Learning Diploma option for high-demand careers, starting this fall. Safety & Violence Prevention: Canada’s Nipissing and Parry Sound districts signed the ARTO Circle protocol to coordinate school violence risk assessment and response. Cybersecurity in Higher Ed: The University of Nottingham faces a criminal investigation after a cyber attack exposed student passport and financial details.