School Safety Policy: Malaysia’s Education Ministry says its School Pupil Protection Policy clarifies who must act when a child’s safety is at risk, urging teachers to report concerns immediately. Local Policing & Youth Disorder: In South Lanarkshire, Police Scotland plans a more visible presence after fireworks were thrown at windows and e-bikes/e-scooters were ridden dangerously around Rutherglen. School Choice Momentum: Wisconsin’s new school buildings and shifting enrollment choices are fueling debate after a governor primary where school choice mattered to many voters. Teacher Shortage Pressure: Wisconsin lawmakers are pushing bills to address educator shortages, pointing to long-term staffing fallout after Act 10. Afghanistan Education Crisis: Five years after the Taliban takeover, residents say safety improved but jobs and access to schooling—especially for girls—remain urgent, with boys also reporting learning has deteriorated. AI in Learning: ByteDance’s Gauth is rolling out AI-narrated, adaptive lessons aimed at making hard subjects more engaging. Higher Ed Pathways: LSU Health Shreveport is partnering with LSU Shreveport to let medical students add MBA, MHA, or MPH degrees. Funding for Education: Indonesia’s 2027 draft budget earmarks Rp820.9 trillion for education, including free meals and school construction.