Civic Space Under Pressure (Pakistan): A new report paints Pakistan’s dissent crackdown as a broad squeeze on journalists, activists, lawyers and everyday citizens, with arrests and tighter restrictions shrinking civic space. Community Health Access (US): The American Heart Association expands “Libraries with Heart,” letting patrons at participating Central Valley libraries check blood pressure and borrow monitoring kits for home use. Disaster Response (South Africa): Heavy rainfall forced more than 700 Nelson Mandela Bay residents into temporary housing as flooding damaged homes, roads and power systems. Nonprofit Culture & Inclusion (US): Spokane Pride secured a permanent Central Spokane Public Library exhibit space for queer history throughout Pride Month, backed by year-round community programming. Religious Services as Welfare (Malaysia): Johor’s Friday Charity Meal Programme uses mosques to deliver weekly food packs to seniors and the asnaf, strengthening community ties. Reuse Push (Global): PR3 launched a universal reuse symbol to help people and systems distinguish reuse from recycling. Arts & Community (Nigeria): CORA marks 35 years with a new podcast station, “Voices from the CORAVille,” built with volunteers to deepen conversations in Nigeria’s creative sector. Climate Action (UAE): EWEC highlights progress toward a 46% CO2 reduction by 2035, tying renewable power and conservation to World Environment Day goals. Local Governance & Planning (US): Visalia is taking applications for a Planning Commission seat and other city boards, including roles tied to historic preservation and community development grants.