Cybersecurity & Energy: UK energy bosses were briefed after Iranian-linked hackers shut down a British power plant for four days, prompting talk of tighter reporting rules for operators. Iran-US Economic Pressure: Iran’s security chief warned any country joining the US “economic war” could face “seismic” retaliation, as Washington prepares new sanctions. Energy & Resources: Iran announced a new South Pars gas deposit (21 bcm) while also citing reduced output from attacks on the field. Regional Security Architecture: Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan’s Mecca Defense pact reportedly invited Iran to join, raising the stakes for a wider collective-defense framework. Tech & Policy: Qatar’s MoEHE says it’s using technology and teacher training to build a future-ready education system, with 2026 academic gains reported. Science & Research: Israeli and Chinese teams studied Cretaceous amber insects and found a bizarre “bendy straw” feeding organ, shedding light on how prehistoric insects accessed plant tissues. Local Tech/Business: TravelDistro launched a single API-first travel marketplace for Türkiye, aiming to simplify bookings across tickets, hotels, eSIM and more. Education & Society: Singapore plans broader childcare support and lower preschool fees, while also emphasizing safeguards for tech adoption. Workplace Safety: Two workers were injured in a control-room explosion at a Turkish steel plant; authorities are investigating the cause.