Global Health Funding: South Africa is set to raise alarm at a UN HIV/AIDS meeting over steep global health aid declines, after the US plans to permanently cut PEPFAR—already slashed by 75%—threatening HIV treatment continuity. Multilateralism & Hunger: Pope Leo XIV warned that no single state can tackle global crises alone, urging renewed multilateral cooperation as hunger and humanitarian priorities slip. EU Competitiveness: A policy push argues the EU must reform the European Commission to regain independence and competitiveness amid geopolitical and economic strain. Extreme Heat: UK health agencies issued rare red heat-health warnings for parts of England and Wales, warning of severe impacts on health and social care. Mental Health Access: Sensible Care announced “SC Now,” aiming to match patients with licensed mental health providers in as little as 20 minutes for same-day virtual care. Tech & AI in Health: Mount Sinai partnered with Signal 1 to strengthen AI governance, while new research explores how oxygen levels during extubation may affect lung health. Music & Culture: South Africa’s Zee Nxumalo leads Basadi in Music Awards 2026 nominations; Toronto’s Beaches International Jazz Festival returns with free citywide events. Business & Innovation: ApplianceAce launched a nationwide 24/7 appliance repair referral marketplace; Electroninks expanded in Japan via a partnership to scale conductive ink adoption.