Online Safety & Youth Protection: Malaysia began enforcing age verification for social media account registration and access for under-16s under the Online Safety Act 2025, requiring ID checks via MyKad/MyDigital ID. Cybersecurity & Rights: A new phishing wave targets Signal users by impersonating “Signal Support” to steal encrypted backup recovery keys. Labour & Gig Work: The ILO is close to finalizing global ground rules for gig economy workers, aiming to secure core labour rights regardless of contractor labels. Elections & Women’s Inclusion (Nigeria): Ahead of 2027, civil society and women leaders argue that expanding women’s political participation could help reduce electoral violence. Child Protection & Justice (India): A national consultation in Odisha focused on improving access to justice for domestic violence victims through better institutional response protocols. Public Health (Tobacco/Vaping): Caribbean groups warn that youth vaping is outpacing policy, with nicotine and “nicotine-free” products still normalizing addiction. Environment & Civic Action (Uganda): Journalist Gerald Tenywa’s long campaign is linked to government plans to upgrade Bugoma Forest Reserve into a national park. Climate Litigation Signals: Global Climate and Health Alliance and Climate Action Network welcomed a UNGA vote backing an ICJ climate advisory opinion, pushing for legal obligations to become real action.