Governance Overhaul: Kazakhstan’s President Tokayev says the newly empowered Qurultay marks a “renewal” of the political system under the post-referendum Constitution. Emergency Preparedness: A leaked UK plan urging households to stock tinned food and bottled water has raised fears about how government will handle national emergencies. Local Government Data: Davao City lawmakers backed centralizing local government servers to improve security and AI-ready public services, while officials questioned whether the city has the cyber skills to run it. Public Finance & Services: Saipan’s governor signed a law funding retiree pensions and election shortfalls, while Belize earmarked $30M over 10 years to train more healthcare workers. Health Infrastructure: Georgia’s rural hospitals received the rest of a $218M federal award for upgrades like telehealth and training. Housing & Homelessness: Glasgow’s SNP council leader warned refugee homelessness is an “untenable” threat to finances and community cohesion, and NSW reports point to hidden “brokerage” payments for some homeless clients. Transport & Safety: UK calls are growing for mandatory alcolocks for repeat drink-drivers, and Hong Kong is moving ahead with new 10-year bus franchise talks. Climate & Water: The UK Greens urged slowing data centre growth over water and drought risks, and Nepal’s flash flood exposed gaps in cross-border early warning and emergency coordination. Justice & Rights: Georgia’s president pardoned 226 people tied to protests, including pro-European demonstrators.