UK Budget & Cabinet: Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is set to present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament, with officials pointing to falling inflation and improved fiscal consolidation as the government seeks to keep growth on track. UK Politics & Transport: EasyJet’s chief welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s decision to retain transport secretary Heidi Alexander and reappoint aviation minister Keir Mather, citing “continuity” for aviation competitiveness. Cost of Living: Burnham also backed a business rates cut for pubs and live venues, while separate coverage shows Scottish Labour MPs pressing for clarity on how a UK-wide £2 bus fare cap will roll out. Ireland Language Funding Row: A DUP minister’s latest broadside over Irish-language funding is drawing fresh fire and risks further destabilising the Executive. Anti-Corruption: Ireland’s CIAA filed a corruption case against former Madhesh minister Shailendra Prasad Sah and six others over alleged irregularities in a Bagmati fun park and resort project. Protests & Education Crisis (India): Modi announced fast-track courts for exam paper leaks as youth protests over NEET irregularities continue and opposition demands the education minister resign. Justice & Media: Nepal’s Supreme Court ruled government ads can’t be used to punish or reward media outlets. Health Policy: Malaysia’s chief secretary ordered urgent fixes at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre after complaints about waiting times, clinical service delivery, and staffing.