Earthquake Disrupts Schools in the Philippines: A 7.8 quake near Maasim, Sarangani, affected 3.24M learners and 128,861 education workers across Regions IX–XII and Caraga, triggering class suspensions and facility checks. School Reforms and Teacher Support: The Philippines’ DepEd rolled out a three-term calendar, emergency learning continuity, updated assessment rules, and a strengthened senior high curriculum for 26M students and 900,000 teachers. Local Capacity Strain in Western Visayas: DepEd Region 6 says classroom and staffing gaps remain (about 5,000 classrooms short), but learning will continue via converted spaces and added local teacher support. Student Voice in Dubai: KHDA will expand education councils by launching a Dubai Parents Council and Dubai Educators Council for shared decision-making on wellbeing, inclusion, teaching quality, and school-community ties. AI in Classrooms, Estonia Style: Estonia gave nearly 20,000 high-schoolers free access to AI tools (ChatGPT/Gemini) designed to guide reasoning rather than replace student work. Qatar Pathway for Arts Students: MOEHE launched an Academic Bridge initiative letting Arts-track graduates move into scientific majors via a STEM pathway. Teacher Safety and Accountability: A Malaysian music teacher pleaded not guilty to 14 charges of physical sexual assault against six 15-year-old students. Scholarships and Hands-On Learning: Multiple local awards highlighted, including $85,000+ in scholarships in Kentucky and a Fiji marine biology trip for Des Moines students.