Armenia–Israel Memory Politics: Armenia’s ambassador to Israel says about 80% of Israelis who speak out back recognizing the Armenian Genocide, noting official state recognition came late and sparked mixed reactions. Healthcare Under Pressure: California’s Medi-Cal coverage gains are being rolled back amid federal and state moves, with analysts warning uninsured rates could climb sharply by 2030. Russia Sanctions, Culture at the Center: New Zealand adds another sanctions package aimed at Russia-linked cyber actors and, notably, those involved in the forced relocation and re-education of Ukrainian children. Education & Community Life: Pinellas County Schools hires 276 educators (including 101 first-year teachers) ahead of the new term. BRICS Education Push: India’s Pralhad Joshi says BRICS education ministers adopted a declaration in Bhubaneswar focused on resilience, youth participation, early childhood care, and skills cooperation. Arts & Events: Russia’s envoy says the Intervision song contest will take place in 2026 in Saudi Arabia, with dates and venue still being worked out. Film Culture: The Israel Film Archive adds classics like “Operation Thunderbolt” (1977), while coverage also highlights new festival momentum for Itaewon’s second-year film fest in Seoul.