AI & learning reform (Philippines): A consumer advocacy group says AI could help fix the country’s education system, urging scaling of proven models like tech-enabled learning and AI literacy partnerships. Child-development coordination: Education leaders argue the learning crisis can’t be solved by schools alone, calling for tighter links between education, health, and social services. School oversight (Malaysia): Malaysia’s deputy education minister reiterates that any school must be approved under the Education Act, responding to concerns about a Rohingya-run school. Funding & access (Kenya/EU): The EU and Equity Bank-backed programs plan to expand pathways for high-achieving Kenyan students, including sending 100 scholars annually to European master’s programs. Equity via scholarships (UAE): AUS and Zayed Education Foundation sign an MoU to support scholarships, research, and leadership development. Student pressure & mental health: Authorities in Sri Lanka warn depression among schoolchildren is rising, blaming heavy syllabi and calling for mental health education in schools. Integrity and exams (India): In Pune, the Cockroach Janta Party stages a protest demanding the education minister’s resignation over alleged exam irregularities and paper leaks. Policy & inclusion (India): Uttar Pradesh orders anti-conversion “prevention cells” in universities, citing campus counselling and safeguards. Access expansion (Odisha, India): Odisha announces free KG-to-PG education for economically weaker students. Climate and education-adjacent impacts: New research finds extreme coastal floods are now far more likely due to human-driven climate change, raising stakes for coastal planning that affects communities and schooling.