Earth & Weather: Indonesia’s Semeru and Lewotobi Laki-laki erupted repeatedly, sending ash up to ~1,000m; in the Philippines, Pagasa says an LPA has a low chance of becoming a cyclone in 24 hours, with scattered rains/thunderstorms expected. Quakes: A 5.9 quake hit Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region; in Venezuela, the twin disaster death toll climbed past 1,400 as rescue teams race against time. Climate & Health: Europe’s record-breaking heatwave pushed temperatures above 40°C, with scientists warning extreme night heat is now far more likely due to climate change. Ecology & Conservation: Shanghai’s Yangtze estuary shows wildlife rebounds after a decade of restoration; Lake Victoria’s monthly dagaa fishing ban is improving both fish stocks and fishers’ finances; and a churchyard “walk on the wildside” helped document local species. Space & Science: Astronomers reported “super-puff” exoplanets lighter than cotton candy, and NASA’s Perseverance found organic molecules on Mars. Tech & Education: The Dominican Republic is finalizing a US academic partnership to boost its semiconductor workforce, while Florida reported 60%+ student proficiency in reading and math.