Global Social Innovation Push: Ministers from 18 countries backed social innovation as a practical tool for tackling inequality and climate resilience, with new data putting it at about 6.7% of the global economy. Peace & Philanthropy: India’s Billionaires for Peace Conclave wrapped in Mumbai, drawing Nobel laureates and leaders, including a recorded address from Timor-Leste’s Nobel Peace Prize winner José Ramos-Horta. Regional Governance & Integrity: Mandaue’s traffic agency says extortion was “isolated” after three enforcers were terminated for bribery and extortion, while two others were suspended for traffic violations caught on video. Tech & Travel: Singtel launched a $20 hi! by Singtel roaming plan offering 700GB 5G+ data across ASEAN plus Timor-Leste. Visa Rules Tightened: Thailand cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days for 54 countries, citing overstays, crime, and security concerns. Climate & Oceans: Tokyo’s city network pledged disaster-resilience cooperation, while Vanuatu, Fiji and PNG backed a massive transboundary marine protected area.