Cancer Research: Australian researchers are challenging long-held assumptions in brain cancer radiation therapy, aiming to improve tumour control while reducing harm to healthy tissue, with new funding supporting radiobiology work. Maternal Health Workforce: NSW’s chief midwife says midwifery staffing has grown 10% since 2023, but more midwives are still needed to sustain continuity of care and reduce birth trauma pressures. Weight & Eating Disorders: Adelaide University researchers warn that the rapid rise of GLP-1 medicines is blurring the line between obesity and eating disorders, raising new questions about who may benefit and who could be at risk. Youth Safety Online: California bishops are pushing a bill to restrict “addictive features” for children under 16, as Meta faces major scrutiny after a landmark US settlement over teen harms. Immigration & Work: Australia has opened a post-study work visa pathway for vocational graduates under the Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) Post-Vocational Education Work stream, with nine eligibility requirements. Public Health & Safety: Experts are again highlighting the dangers of sexual choking after renewed attention on risks and prevalence among young Australians. Global Health Disaster: Nepal flood victims continue to be found far from the disaster zone, with rescue operations strained by the scale of deaths and missing people.