Human Rights & AI: An International Ombudsmen Summit on “Human Rights in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” was held in Baku, with discussions on data protection, privacy, and disinformation, plus a focus on digital literacy and women’s access to tech. Media Accountability: Azerbaijan’s Media Development Agency condemned misleading interpretations of student exam statistics, calling out sensational headlines and urging proper context and methodology. Diaspora & Culture: Azerbaijani community representatives met in Serbia to boost diaspora initiatives, with the Belgrade language-and-culture center highlighting Azerbaijani heritage and language teaching. Cultural Diplomacy: Azerbaijan’s Culture Minister Adil Karimli met Italy’s counterpart in Rome to expand cooperation in heritage protection, museums, creative industries, cinema, music, and performing arts. Education Policy: Milli Majlis advanced a draft law adding national identity and secularism as key principles for general education. Music & Heritage: A conference in Baku marked Uzeyir Hajibayli’s 140th anniversary, spotlighting the first women composers from his school. Food Culture: Azerbaijan’s national cuisine was showcased in Sofia for Sustainable Gastronomy Day, featuring dishes and sweets tied to Azerbaijani culinary traditions. Tech Skills: An EU-funded “Digital Marketing Essentials” course is helping Azerbaijani professionals build future-ready marketing skills. Surveillance Watch: Human Rights Watch renewed scrutiny of Bulgaria’s surveillance exports, linking leaked licenses to potential spyware and interception sales involving Azerbaijan.