Venezuela Earthquakes: Two powerful quakes near Caracas triggered a nationwide state of emergency, with at least 32 dead and 700+ injured, the main airport shut, and rescue teams arriving from the US, Mexico, Qatar and others as communications failures slow damage checks. Public Health & Governance: In the US, Marshall County’s Dr. Billy Pitts was elected to NACCHO’s board, while Niagara Health named Charlie Rate as new board chair as it pushes hospital modernization. AI Policy & Culture: Canada’s AI strategy drew backlash from news and cultural groups after it failed to address how copyrighted material is used to train AI systems. Economy & Data: Canadian economists warned of a “data quality crisis” after Statistics Canada reported a surprise GDP contraction. Regional Trade & Industry: Armenia says trade with Eurasian Economic Union states has tripled to $8bn and plans five industrial zones to shift away from raw-material exports. Transport & Safety: India reported a passenger stabbed on a Mumbai local train after a dispute over a closing door. Aviation Connectivity: India expands its hub-and-spoke model with “Easy Connect” flights from smaller cities like Varanasi to international destinations via Delhi. Rights & Labor: Singapore will support about 400 abandoned migrant workers from India and Bangladesh with cash and vouchers while seeking recovery of unpaid wages. Sports & Society: South Africa’s government praised Bafana Bafana after reaching the World Cup knockout stage.