US–Fed Pressure & Trade Threats: Donald Trump escalated pressure on the Federal Reserve, warning he’ll stop trading with countries running US trade deficits unless rates are cut, as markets react to stronger jobs data and watch the next Fed meeting. Housing & Local Governance: Germany’s coalition government approved housing booster measures, including higher interest subsidies for first-time buyers under 35 and tweaks to climate bonus support. Education Access: The Philippines signed RA 12325 to expand universal access to quality tertiary education, prioritizing students from 4Ps households and creating a Private Education Assistance Program. Charity Regulation: Kuwait and Bahrain marked International Day of Charity, with Kuwait pushing a draft decree-law to strengthen oversight so aid reaches beneficiaries. Public Works & Infrastructure: Nigeria’s Rivers Assembly formed an ad-hoc probe into PAMO University funding; India’s West Bengal rail services faced a second day of disruption after rain-triggered track subsidence. Work & Skills: South Africa highlights an electrician breaking gender stereotypes as artisan awards recognize technical career pathways. Markets & Crypto: Bitcoin hovered near $79,000 ahead of inflation data, while Malaysia’s futures outlook turned firmer on resilient fundamentals.