US–Iran Tensions: Iran’s parliament speaker warned “reality is knocking” as the Strait of Hormuz crisis deepened, with US strikes hitting dozens of targets and Iran again closing the corridor amid rising regional attacks. Middle East Security & Trade: Oman condemned drone-linked attacks near Musandam after a container ship was damaged and crew evacuated, while Qatar reported injuries from interception debris. AI & Trade Secrets: Apple sued OpenAI over alleged theft of trade secrets tied to AI hardware plans, escalating a feud that followed a souring partnership. Population Policy & Rights: Qatar marked World Population Day, tying population planning to quality-of-life gains, while Pakistan floated new population-control measures including expanded contraceptive access. Housing & Work for People: US lawmakers celebrated the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act taking effect without Trump’s signature, as Sen. Elizabeth Warren framed it as a win for working Americans. Disaster Recovery: Venezuela’s La Guaira teams are studying land for temporary housing and camps after recent earthquakes. Public Safety: In Nigeria’s Oyo state, abducted students were rescued and treated after months of school kidnappings. Science in the Field: Sicily researchers used drones and laser sensors to improve volcanic eruption monitoring. Local Governance: UK councils in Bromsgrove and Rubery launched early engagement on future local representation.