AI Regulation & Security: The US ordered Anthropic to disable its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models for all foreign nationals, forcing a global shutdown of access and raising new questions about how governments police advanced tech. Public Health in Schools: Qatar rolled out a Mental Health Promotion Programme across 54 government schools, training teachers and adding qualified counsellors, with the effort set to continue nationwide from September. Anti-Corruption & Courts: Nigeria’s Federal High Court ordered the ICPC to arrest former innovation minister Uche Nnaji over alleged certificate forgery tied to his 2023 confirmation. Judicial Administration: Sri Lanka’s justice minister said the government has not yet secured Cabinet approval to extend judges’ retirement age, keeping the proposal under review. Environmental Governance: Sri Lanka’s environment ministry said stronger environmental protection needs public participation, as it consults on amendments to the National Environmental Act. Business Red Tape: Bangladesh plans to issue business licences and regulatory approvals within seven days via a single coordination point, with automatic approval if agencies don’t respond. Fuel Policy: Pakistan revised petroleum levies, cutting petrol and raising diesel charges while keeping dealer margins unchanged. Human Rights & Migration: Assam decided to stop issuing Aadhaar cards to adults above 18 to block illegal immigrants, with a full ban from April 2027. Organised Crime / Human Trafficking: Sierra Leone’s chief minister highlighted progress after a trafficking operation intercepted 63 people, including 40 children, and arrests of alleged ringleaders. AI Adoption Push: The UK unveiled a £200m package to accelerate AI adoption across the economy, expanding Bridge AI and funding skills and regional programmes. Regional Politics: DR Congo saw violence erupt at an anti-government protest over constitutional changes that could enable President Tshisekedi’s third term.