Philippines School Opening Disrupted by Quake: A magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Mindanao as classes began June 8, affecting about 3.24 million learners and 128,861 education workers across five regions, with schools suspending classes while facilities are inspected. New Academic Calendar Rollout: The Department of Education launched reforms for SY 2026–2027, including a three-term calendar, updated lesson and assessment standards, and strengthened senior high curriculum, as about 26 million students returned to school. U.S. Transfer Access Boost: UCLA will pilot an Associate Degree for Transfer pathway this fall, giving qualifying community college students priority consideration for admission. U.S. Anti-Cheating Debate: A letter urges educators to use all tools, including AI, to tackle cheating, while another piece highlights the need for better student discussion skills. Kenya Higher-Ed Misconduct Allegations: A University of Nairobi senior lecturer faces public accusations of inappropriate conduct targeting female students. Solar Study Support in Zambia: Solar lights are being installed in 11 Rumphi primary schools to extend evening study time for Standard 8 learners. International Pathways: Five Kenyan universities are set to join a Kenya–Romania EU education programme offering EU-accredited master’s routes and mobility.