AI and schooling shake-up: MIT says powerful AI can now credibly complete most undergraduate assignments, pushing universities to rethink assessment and teaching approaches. EdTech governance: Virginia Beach schools signed a deal to give staff access to a more secure, admin-controlled ChatGPT version (not for students), joining other districts in OpenAI partnerships. Teacher support and access: Bangladesh plans a special distance allowance for teachers in remote/char areas, with eligibility based on travel and access. Foundational learning materials: Sierra Leone’s education minister defended a nationwide literacy book and teacher-guide rollout after teachers’ strike concerns. Medical training capacity: Nigeria targets 20,000 annual medical admissions and plans simulation centres across six zones to strengthen practical training. Skills for jobs: India’s Maharashtra urged universities to shift toward skill-based, job-oriented education, highlighting new training and research facilities. Equity in education: Tamil Nadu expanded tuition support and scholarships for Muslim women and youth, including a new women’s arts-and-science college. Student safety at special schools: Parents in Victoria, Australia, are demanding a review of long-running abuse allegations at a special developmental school.