School Safety & Violence: Manchester’s Co-op Academy in Blackley was placed on lockdown after three people were stabbed; a schoolgirl was arrested and police said injuries were not believed serious, with no wider threat. Earthquake Response: The Philippines’ DepEd says it needs P51.69m to clean up and repair schools damaged by a 7.8 quake in Sarangani, affecting 267 public schools and 1,391 classrooms. Teacher & Student Protection: Nigeria’s teachers’ union warns that rising insecurity—banditry, kidnappings, and attacks on schools—is threatening basic education’s future. Exam Integrity: WAEC warns Nigerian schools and officials against extortion of WASSCE candidates, including illegal “cooperation fees” and demands for items WAEC provides free. Education Funding & Access: Canada’s Nanaimo is adding 150 student spaces at Wellington Secondary with a $9m expansion, while Nebraska’s LB 748 expands what families can use NEST 529 savings for, including more credential and certification training. Learning & Wellbeing: A University of Sydney study links small daily improvements in sleep, activity, and diet to more healthy life years. Community & Culture: Houston-area students continue Guru Vandana ceremonies honoring teachers, showing how cultural traditions are strengthening school-community ties.