Cultural Heritage Under Fire: Ukraine’s long-range drones hit Moscow’s main oil refinery again, while Russia retaliated with missiles on Kyiv as Zelenskiy pushes for a peace push with Trump and European leaders; the week’s flashpoint remains the damage to Kyiv’s 1,000-year-old monastery, a symbol of spiritual and cultural identity. Sports & Lifestyle: The World Cup keeps rolling with fresh group-stage matchups (including Mexico vs South Korea) and a parallel wave of fan talk about hydration, diversity, and Africa’s growing presence. Global Culture Diplomacy: Russia’s “alternative G7” in Kazan drew ASEAN leaders, underscoring how cultural and political branding travels alongside summits. Wellness & Community: Hong Kong’s Dragon Boat festival gets a major boost from Sun Life and the Hong Kong Tourism Board, blending tradition with modern festival experiences. Media & Public Debate: In Oxford, hundreds protested Tommy Robinson’s Islam debate at the Oxford Union, highlighting Britain’s ongoing culture-war fault lines. Education & Memory: A report warns of “scholasticide” in Gaza, documenting systematic destruction of Palestinian higher education and resilience.