Wildlife & Health: Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a mammal after a long-nosed fur seal died near Beachport, warning more wildlife losses are likely as the virus spreads through coastal ecosystems. Extreme Weather: A powerful cyclone battered Latvia and Lithuania, killing two and leaving hundreds of thousands without power as winds topped 67 mph and heavy rain overwhelmed infrastructure. Climate & Agriculture: India is scaling regenerative agriculture, with natural farming clusters, soil health cards, and water-saving schemes expanding as farmers try to rebuild depleted soils and boost resilience to erratic rainfall. Nature Protection: Nova Scotia opened public consultation on new wilderness and protected-area additions covering 5,100 hectares, aiming to safeguard land and water while supporting responsible development. Pollution & Coasts: Malaysia’s Teluk Kalong Beach has been hit again by coal pollution washed ashore, with residents urging immediate cleanup to protect fishermen and visitors. Waste Policy: Maldives President Muizzu ratified an amendment to the Waste Management Act to end “double taxation” on plastic bags and strengthen enforcement and waste-system responsibilities. Forest Fires: Indonesia arrested 72 people suspected of starting forest and peatland fires amid haze linked to dry conditions and El Niño. Protected Areas Under Pressure: Albania’s mass protests target plans to relax protections and fast-track development around sensitive coastal and lagoon habitats, including areas important for migratory flamingos. Data Centers & Power: In Ohio, data centers are expanding power generation to ease grid strain, but the shift raises new concerns about air quality and environmental impacts.