University & Research: The University of Nebraska–Lincoln tops North America for actuarial science research productivity, highlighting how business-school scholarship is being measured and rewarded across Europe-linked networks. Health & Learning: An Italian study presented at EULAR finds real-world adherence to treat-to-target strategies for rheumatic diseases is often suboptimal, with especially low consistency for spondyloarthritis—an education-and-practice gap clinicians will want to close. Church & Student Safety: Spain launches a reparations programme for victims of Catholic clergy sexual abuse ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit, with payouts controlled by government—raising questions about transparency and access. Policy & Schools: Poland moves to ban phones and restrict smartphone use for children in schools, aiming to curb distractions and online risks. EU Skills & Jobs: The European Commission backs a €80m Social Entrepreneurship Fund for the southern Mediterranean, targeting youth unemployment and skills while supporting clean and digital transitions. Cross-border Education: JNTU Anantapur unveils 5-year dual degrees with Germany’s KSRU, offering students a route into European master’s study. Public Trust & Policing: Britain’s Henry Nowak case sparks renewed debate over police race action plans after bodycam footage of a handcuffed dying student—fueling protests and political pressure. Missing Student: Auburn University student James “Weston” Higginbotham remains missing in Kyoto, Japan, as police and volunteers continue a search.