Karnataka Power Shift: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah resigned at 3 pm after a Congress breakfast meeting in Bengaluru, with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar set to take over—another fast-moving test for coalition stability. Transport Accountability: Malaysia’s transport minister ordered the “maximum punishment” for Prasarana after an LRT derailment, signaling possible leadership fallout. EU Ukraine Diplomacy: EU foreign ministers in Cyprus warned Russia will try to steer talks by personalities, insisting Europe will speak as one and focus on substance. Energy & Local Delivery: Zambia secured a $232m, 312MW solar rollout under constituency development funding, aiming to expand grid-linked power and local service capacity. Public Finance Pressure: South Africa’s government spending outlook and Romania’s credit data both underscore how budgets, lending, and compliance demands shape service delivery. Education Tragedy: Kenya reported 16 deaths in a dorm fire at a girls’ school in Gilgil, with investigations ongoing into safety and cause. NGO & Rights: Egypt approved legal status for 191 more churches and church buildings, continuing a long-running recognition process. Charity & Community: York’s older-citizens advocacy marked 25 years with a new awareness video, while UK hospice and youth sports events show governments aren’t the only ones filling gaps. Politics & Messaging: A UK York MP said Labour must rethink how ministers communicate, after an aide resignation amid election losses.