Afghan Education Rights: UNESCO says 2.4 million Afghan girls are still barred from secondary education five years after the Taliban takeover, calling for the “immediate and unconditional” restoration of access. School Safety & Continuity: In the Philippines’ MIMAROPA region, DepEd tightened security and child-protection steps after thousands of learner-rights incidents; in General Santos City, officials say face-to-face classes may resume once earthquake-checked classrooms are cleared. Health Education Access: West Virginia’s “Bonnie’s Bus” will bring 3D mammography and breast-care education to multiple counties in September, with free screening for eligible uninsured women. Higher Education Admissions: Malaysia’s UPUOnline results for STPM/equivalent applicants will be released Aug. 14, with acceptance/rejection confirmations running Aug. 15–23. Funding & Grants: Rice County Community Foundation opens its 2026 community grant cycle (Aug. 10–Sept. 30) supporting education and other local priorities; Tanger Outlets Gonzales re-launches its TangerKids Grants for 2026–27 (Aug. 17–Oct. 18). Policy Reform Watch: Kenya’s National Assembly is set to consider six education bills covering basic education governance, assessments, curriculum, teacher training, tertiary funding, and qualifications frameworks.