Water Security & Defence Coordination: Malaysia’s Melaka state plans a temporary 5,000-litre water tank at Kem Terendak, but it hinges on Ministry of Defence approval while a bigger water upgrade is due in 2028. Animal Welfare Policy: Malaysia’s government says it may back stray-animal management with a special federal fund and tax incentives, aiming to shift shelters from volunteer-only funding to clearer rules. Climate Risk Forecasts: Bhutan’s hydrology agency warns a very strong El Niño may persist through the monsoon, bringing above-normal temperatures even as rainfall stays uncertain. Heat & Public Health: Europe’s extreme heat is driving rising climate-linked deaths, with scientists saying human-caused warming made recent heatwaves far more likely. Ethanol Fuel Reversal Ruled Out: India says no return to E0/E10 and no boost beyond E20, citing studies and claiming E20 cuts emissions and saves major foreign-exchange costs. EU Climate Rules Tracking: edie’s new EU Climate Policy Tracker updates businesses on fast-moving emissions, anti-deforestation and reporting changes. Biodiversity & Resilience Research: Southern right whales may be more resilient than feared, with poop analysis showing a broader diet than just krill and copepods. Environmental Justice Monitoring: A Louisiana investigation finds public air monitors can miss key industrial pollutants, leaving residents exposed without reliable data. Wildfire Disaster Alerts: Sonoma’s Watch Duty app is surging past 10 million users, expanding flood tracking as climate disasters intensify. School Cooling Investments: Curaçao says it has already spent over NAf 2.5 million on classroom heat fixes, with solar and electrical upgrades planned. Livestock Theft Crackdown: Curaçao’s PM is pushing better coordination among police, prosecutors, vets and health/environment agencies to curb livestock theft and abuse. Education & Tech Distraction: Czech government approved a bill to ban mobile phones in schools starting September 2027, targeting younger students. EU Heat Threatens Food Tradition: Italy’s Parmesan-making is under pressure as extreme heat strains farms and supply chains.