UN Human Rights: UN rights chief Volker Türk warned advanced AI could pose an “existential” risk, urging international rules as the Human Rights Council session heads into its next phase. Climate & Cities: Baku’s UN climate week spotlights sustainable cities, water and agriculture, with AI pushed into early-warning systems and climate-resilient farming. Humanitarian Crisis: Nepal flood victims say relief is stuck in remote areas; families lack shelter, medicines and schooling, prompting an NHRC call for urgent government action. Health Access: Papua New Guinea launched a national HPV vaccination drive starting in Port Moresby to protect girls aged 9–14 from cervical cancer, with support from Gavi, WHO and UNICEF. Energy Transition: Jordan’s King Abdullah ordered a unified national climate-finance strategy, including private-sector coordination, after Green Climate Fund backing for a major water project. Global Economy & Energy: Oil prices edged up as US-Iran tensions and Strait of Hormuz shipping concerns return; India meanwhile keeps strong growth momentum ahead of hosting BRICS. Environment Enforcement: Lagos regulators sealed eight sites over environmental violations, including noise pollution. Human Rights & Conflict: UN experts again warned Gaza rubble-clearing could erase traces of atrocity crimes. Education & Literacy: Bangladesh marked International Literacy Day with a push for “literacy for people, the planet and prosperity.” Sports & Diplomacy: BRICS Summit preparations in New Delhi are underway, with leaders focused on resilience, innovation and sustainability.