Judicial Conduct & Rule of Law: New York’s ethics panel ordered the removal of Queens Judge Joseph Kasper after findings that he used a convicted paralegal to practice law from the bench and failed to file required disclosures. Health Care Investment: Gov. Kathy Hochul announced nearly $10M to complete a cardiac catheterization lab at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, aiming to expand access to critical heart care. Mental Health Capacity: Hochul also unveiled $21M to create three new Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Programs and expand four others statewide for people in crisis. Public Health & Food Policy: Indian doctors urged the government to ban junk food advertising and add warning labels, citing rising obesity and diet-linked diseases. Waste & Environment: Portugal’s Algarve incineration plans drew backlash from campaigners, who argue the €300M approach undermines recycling and the circular economy. Governance & Labor/HR: An Australian tribunal dismissed a worker’s dismissal claim after concluding her resignation wasn’t forced, underscoring when “resignation” can’t be treated as a termination. Peace Process: Turkey’s parliament approved a limited amnesty for some PKK militants, suspending prosecutions and sentences for offenses if armed activity ends, while leaving the status of jailed leader Abdullah Ocalan unresolved. Disability Rights: The Maldives began a major overhaul of disability rights law to expand access to services and strengthen accountability and economic inclusion. Local Economy & Housing: The Philippines’ real estate and builders groups welcomed President Marcos’ move to defer a property valuation reform law, warning of potential knock-on effects for taxes and affordability.