Indonesia–Timor-Leste diplomacy: President Prabowo has accepted Jose Ramos-Horta’s invitation to visit Timor-Leste, with both sides pointing to cooperation in environment, research, higher education, science and innovation. Regional ties & development: Indonesian officials say Papua could become a “center of gravity” for deeper Indonesia–Timor-Leste cooperation, especially on connectivity and human resources. Science & culture exchange: Megawati Soekarnoputri is set to meet Ramos-Horta and Nobel/Turing laureates in Jakarta, continuing links built after the Science for Development Summit in Dili. Disaster readiness (regional): Indonesia’s defense chief has asked Babinsa officers to educate villagers on forest and land fire risks, while Davao City plans a nighttime earthquake drill to test emergency response. Community & faith (regional): Cebu’s Halad sa Pagtuo procession highlights local patron saints and cultural creativity, alongside reminders that wristbands are free passes not for sale. Health & safety (regional): Authorities are still investigating a child’s death after an MR vaccine in Dumanjug, with data-gathering underway. Education & mobility (regional): Australia is considering tighter student visa rules, with reported exemptions that include students from Timor-Leste. Culture on screen: The ASEAN Film Festival 2026 opens in Hong Kong with free screenings and a music-focused lineup that includes Timor-Leste. Public administration (Timor-Leste): Timor-Leste’s Council of Ministers approved renewing Steering Committee 25 to complete the “History of the Youth and Student Resistance in Timor-Leste” project.