Parental Leave & Gender Equity (Taiwan): Taiwan’s labor ministry data show more fathers taking leave, but women still dominate applicants, and NGOs warn childcare norms keep women carrying the burden. Crime Policy & Community Safety (Trinidad & Tobago): Independent Senator Anthony Vieira backs police presence but argues crime drops only when enforcement is paired with investment in people and communities. Professional Recognition for Librarians (Malaysia): The Librarians Association of Malaysia will partner with the national library to strengthen career pathways and training, including digital skills and AI. Health & Evidence (US non-profit medicine): A new look at vitamin C and cancer highlights how early promise met mixed results in later major trials. NGO Funding & Civil Society (India/US): India’s MEA rejected US criticism of FCRA amendments, saying foreign-funding rules are internal parliamentary matters and noting the US also regulates such flows. Child Protection & Rule of Law (Bulgaria): A children’s rights NGO warns that “pedophile hunter” vigilantes undermine investigations and justice systems. Migration Crisis Response (Spain): Spain plans to move unaccompanied minors from Ceuta to the mainland within weeks, prioritizing girls and children under 13. Charity & Community Fundraising (Canada): Washington’s Greens at Renton raised about $50,000 for 21 local charities during Community Day. Cultural Festival (Georgia/India): An Indo-Georgian NGO event “Namaste Sakartvelo” marks India’s 80th Independence Day with performances and street food. Disability Employment Support (Bahamas): A government job fair for people with disabilities drew employers and training support, aiming to reduce long unemployment gaps. Heat Safety (US cities): Cooling centers expand, but advocates say getting people to enter remains hard—especially for people without air conditioning. FCRA & Religious Charities (India): The MEA response follows US lawmaker Riley Moore’s claims amendments could enable state control over churches and religious charities.