Sports & Youth Achievement: UPM’s Wan Muhammad Syafiq and Sayyeda Khadeeja shattered the national record with 488.6 points to win gold in the mixed 10m air pistol at SUKIPT 2026, marking Syafiq’s first mixed-event gold and Khadeeja’s maiden mixed win. Beauty With a Purpose: Joheirry Mola Dominguez of the Dominican Republic won Miss World 2026, beating Spain’s Elisabeth Reynés and Malaysia’s Taanusiya Chetty; her “Beauty with a Purpose” focuses on bringing English programmes to children in vulnerable communities. Community, Culture & Unity: Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching highlighted how sharing food across ethnic groups can build unity, while National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang stressed that arts and culture help Malaysia embrace diversity without division. Education & Care: Fadhlina Sidek will propose expanding Kasih MADANI home childminder training in Budget 2027 after sharing personal experiences of childcare challenges; UOC also launched a School of Rehabilitation Sciences and a Bachelor of Chiropractic programme. Energy Literacy: TNB rolled out MELP to teach rural residents about electricity bills, myTNB app use, saving tips and electrical safety. Haze Watch: Sarawak’s Serian faces very unhealthy air readings, with schools set to close temporarily and masks advised as authorities consider emergency declarations if readings exceed 400. Pop Culture Spot: “Yokai Tales” opens at Kuala Lumpur Tower, featuring Japanese folklore spirits reimagined through contemporary art, running until Sept 30.