Disability Support: The Philippines opened a hospital-based Developmental Care and Support Services Hub for children with disabilities at Bicol Regional Hospital and Medical Center, offering screening, therapies, care coordination, parent education and telehealth. Online Safety & Screen Time: Australia’s youth social media ban is credited with boosting family time and improving sleep and focus, while France is racing to finalize an under-15 social media ban that must fit EU law. Parenting Programs: Jordan launched “Be Present,” a parenting support project to train caregivers and improve family communication and problem-solving. School Safety: Uganda plans mandatory colour-coding for school buses and vans after deadly accidents, aiming to curb reckless driving and overloads. Foster Care Policy: The U.S. removed Biden-era LGBTQ+ protections for children in foster care, raising concerns about worse outcomes for LGBTQ youth. Child Protection: UK authorities say an inquest into the death of toddler Preston Davey is highly likely to resume after the murder convictions. Family Life & Culture: A UAE program will train “Family Content Creators” to promote responsible, purposeful digital content for families.