School Safety & Violence: Philippines authorities tightened security after the Sept. 18 South Cotabato shooting at Banga National High School, including mandatory bag checks, more police visibility, and campus symposia on anti-bullying and threat management; officials also flagged firearm storage responsibilities after the gun used was linked to the shooter’s father. School Safety & Violence (Turkey): In Manisa, Türkiye, a teenager opened fire outside a vocational high school, injuring 11 (two critical), with the suspect and family members detained as investigators probe access to the weapon and possible bullying. Higher Education Partnerships: Malaysia urged universities to turn cross-border agreements into real research, industry links, and exchanges, highlighting gaps between lab validation and commercialisation. Student Well-Being: A Yale study found many older Americans with dementia diagnoses in medical records don’t report them to themselves, raising concerns about missed care. Equity in Learning: A JAMA Network Open study reported food insecurity affects about 21% of medical students, higher among minority students and those under financial strain. Education Policy & Accountability: Alabama’s commission reviewed survey feedback on afterschool and summer programs, aiming to expand access to high-quality out-of-school learning. Tech in Schools: Namibia launched an AI tutoring laboratory at a senior secondary school, positioning it as teacher support to improve learner outcomes.