Climate Justice & Accountability (Nepal): Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal says the country must strengthen institutions and build a longer-term, evidence-based climate justice agenda after the Bhotekoshi floods, with a “whole of government” approach and stronger diplomacy. Disaster Risk & Science (Himalayas): New analysis and attribution work links human-caused warming to higher likelihood of Nepal-Tibet glacier and rock collapse by thinning glaciers and thawing permafrost. Glacier Crisis (Himalayas): A new report says Himalayan glaciers are melting 65% faster than a decade ago, with black carbon from South Asia identified as a major driver and glacial lake dam failures a growing threat. Water Security (UN): The UN warns the global water cycle is getting more erratic, with droughts and floods worsening as glaciers and groundwater decline—“spending our reserves.” Climate-Health (Asia): Experts highlight how heat, flooding, and haze are compounding health risks across Asia, stressing resilience for healthcare systems. Ozone & Cooling (Qatar): Qatar marks World Ozone Day by backing youth research and sustainable cooling under the “Global Action for a Cooler Planet” theme. Clean Air Policy (Thailand): Thailand’s Clean Air Bill faces delays and contested provisions, with advocates pushing for enforcement, health protections, and polluter responsibility. Nature-Based Coastal Recovery (Kuwait): Kuwait presents a mangrove restoration effort with GCC partners at Oman Climate Week, aiming to rebuild biodiversity and protect coasts. Energy Transition (Korea/IEA): South Korea commits to raising electrification to 35% by 2035 with IEA cooperation to cut fossil fuel use. Community Mobilisation (UK): Flood-hit Debenham residents turn out for Chris Packham’s climate film screening, urging faster action on the climate emergency. Local Climate Education (US/Philippines): Clemson dedicates a new Forestry and Environmental Conservation building using cross-laminated timber, while Philippine environmental groups protest alleged police harassment tied to a mining dispute in Nueva Vizcaya.