Kenya Higher Ed Funding: President William Ruto says Kenya will fully fund all qualifying students admitted to public universities and colleges, replacing the income-based model. Student Protests & Police Response (India): In Delhi’s “Sansad Chalo” protests over NEET paper leak allegations, opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi were detained, while students and celebrities condemned police lathi-charge and tear gas; Sonam Wangchuk extended a hunger strike until Parliament takes up the issue. Exam Integrity Crackdown (India): PM Narendra Modi vowed strict action and harsh penalties for those behind the NEET leak, with arrests and re-examination steps reported. Student Debt Crisis (US): An AP analysis finds nearly 300,000 North Carolina borrowers in default, with millions nationally facing worsening repayment problems. AI in Teaching (Egypt): UNESCO-backed launch of a national AI competency framework for teachers aims to guide ethical AI use in training and curriculum. STEM Support (US): PsiQuantum pledged $250,000 to expand STEM programs and internships for Chicago-area high schools and colleges near its quantum campus. Literacy Alarm (US): NAEP results show only about 30–31% of US students at or above “Proficient” in reading, renewing pressure for stronger literacy instruction. Community Relief (Chile): University of Chile students cleared flooded streets in low-income neighborhoods after severe weather, restoring access through volunteer work. Global Student Wins: Iranian teams won eight medals at international Chemistry and Biology Olympiads.