Humanitarian Crisis: UN officials warn Ebola in DR Congo is accelerating—killing someone every 30 minutes—and call for faster, scaled international support as funding and emergency allocations ramp up. Civilian Protection in Conflict: UN humanitarians report continued violence in Sudan, including drone strikes and clashes that are killing civilians and forcing thousands into overcrowded displacement sites. Public Safety & Scams: Singapore is shrinking an online directory of public officers after government impersonation scams surged, with victims losing hundreds of millions of dollars to fake police and ministry calls. Accountability & Justice: In the US, a woman has been charged over vandalism of Washington’s World War II memorial, including paint and soap in the fountain, as prosecutors seek detention ahead of trial. Housing Rights: Ireland faces UN scrutiny after a new housing law could deny social support to entire households, raising fears of increased homelessness among vulnerable groups. Disaster Response: The World Bank disbursed $200 million to Colombia for earthquake relief as rescue chances fade and hundreds remain missing. UN Operations Wind-Down: The UN begins winding down Somalia operations tied to US funding changes, moving toward selling UN-owned equipment and vehicles. AI & Governance: OpenAI plans to expand in Germany with a new Berlin office, while governments worldwide grapple with how to regulate and build AI infrastructure.