Earth & Space: A University of Hawaii study says stress on California’s San Andreas Fault system is at a 1,000-year high, raising the odds of a large multi-segment rupture. Wildlife & Conservation: A genome study of 35 Philippine eagles finds extremely low genetic diversity, making the critically endangered birds more vulnerable to disease and environmental change. Disaster Response: Venezuela’s twin earthquakes have killed at least 920, with rescue teams racing to find survivors as access to worst-hit areas tightens. Tech & Research: China and Central Asian partners plan a satellite constellation for disaster monitoring and AI-based prediction, starting with five satellites. Education & STEM: Malaysia is pushing “technology sovereignty” by building future-ready STEM talent via National Science Week outreach. Climate & Environment: The Nature Conservancy bought 1,700+ acres in Eastern Kentucky to protect an Appalachian corridor, while a Washington state step toward “Outstanding Resource Waters” could add top-tier protections for three North Cascades creeks. Learning in the Heat: In the UK, one primary school moved lessons into a local stream to beat classroom heatwaves.