Teacher Pay & Strikes (Ghana): Pre-tertiary teacher unions in Ghana are striking over unpaid entitlements, with PRETAG warning it may intensify action and GNAT rejecting any request for more time; in Ketu South, pupils were left without teachers and appealed for classes to resume. School Safety (Slovakia): A student attacked an elementary school in Staškov with a sharp object, killing a teacher and injuring others; police say the motive is under investigation. Campus Violence & Justice (US): Cornell’s sexual assault case is being reopened after a former student filed a lawsuit, with prosecutors seeking grand jury testimony. Student Welfare & Policy (UK): The University of Bath launched an investigation after allegations a sports club planned to spike female students during Freshers’ Week, while saying no incidents have been reported. Career Pathways Funding (Maryland, US): Maryland won a $9 million federal grant to build a statewide student career exploration system for grades 7–12, including a secure “learner wallet” portfolio. Student Protests (France): French high school students escalated school blockades over class sizes, teacher shortages, and long timetables, with police using tear gas and arrests reported. Student Support & Recognition (Qatar): Qatar’s education ministry honored 82 students for international and Gulf competition achievements, spotlighting family and school support. Learning Opportunities (US): Owatonna Middle School’s “Waterworks” scuba class gave students hands-on diving training with certified partners.