Curriculum Flexibility (Philippines): DepEd’s new law (RA 12332) has taken effect after lapsing into law Aug. 2, letting the department choose the most effective teaching approach for K-12 instead of requiring “spiral progression,” with a full curriculum review every five years. Cambridge Plagiarism Fallout (UK): University of Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigned after the school launched a fresh probe into his qualifications and honorary appointments amid plagiarism allegations, while supporters and critics trade accusations of racism and “trial by media.” Grading Shift (US): University of Michigan LSA will replace letter grades with pass/no credit for first-semester freshmen starting fall 2027, aiming to reduce long-term GPA pressure and mental-health strain. Fake Degree Warning (India): India’s UGC says it has flagged 32 fake universities and warns students against unauthorised EdTech franchise deals for ODL/online degrees that lack regulator approval. Campus & Community Moves: Lincoln University of Missouri opened a $45.5M Health and Security Sciences Institute; Carmen Schools opened a new $55M Southgate campus in Milwaukee; Ulster University scrapped its planned indoor “Air Dome” sports arena due to funding pressures. Higher Ed Meets Jobs (Indonesia): Indonesia urged universities to tighten ties with industry to address a skills mismatch problem affecting hundreds of thousands of unemployed graduates.