School Safety & Accountability: Singapore police arrested a 15-year-old over a fake bomb threat at Xinmin Secondary School, after an Aug. 13 evacuation that found no suspicious items. Rights & Policing: India’s Supreme Court ordered a high-powered committee to review allegations of police excesses against student protesters in Delhi. Higher Ed Disruption: South Africa’s CPUT suspended all academic activity and ordered students to vacate residences amid protests over fees and demands. Technical Education Planning: India’s AICTE revised the 2026–27 academic calendar for technical institutions, with first-year classes starting Aug. 17. Student Welfare Oversight: Maharashtra’s education minister ordered strict quality checks for school meals, uniforms, hygiene, and infrastructure under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Yojana. Exam Integrity & Protests: Jharkhand cancelled 44 recruitment tests after a 25-day agitation over alleged irregularities, with more protests expected. Education Governance & Data Security: Mayfield (US) reviewed cybersecurity and breach-prevention steps, including protecting Infinite Campus and payroll systems. School Violence & Firearms: Philippine lawmakers demanded urgent action after a Zamboanga school shooting killed two, including the gunman, raising questions about gun access. Learning Pathways: Texas debate resurfaced around using letter grades for school performance, arguing tests can’t capture the full education.