Madagascar in Education & Science: The University of Antananarivo marked its 65th anniversary with plans for new campuses and improved student housing, while also highlighting cultural, sports and research events. International Partnerships: Madagascar’s Higher Education minister met Samara Polytech leadership to expand engineering and education cooperation, and said Russian language skills can boost access to science and technology. Culture & Community: In Mahajanga, Shia devotees raised the Husseini mourning flag at Sultan al-Muallifin Hussainiya to mark Muharram 1448 AH and keep Ashura rituals alive. Biodiversity & Conservation: Madagascar’s Lesser Tenrecs are now being welcomed to UK zoos, spotlighting the island’s unique wildlife and the threats of habitat loss and hunting. Sports & Women’s Development: Madagascar is among the teams set to compete in Botswana’s first Billie Jean King Cup Africa Group III event, aimed at growing women’s tennis and youth pathways. Food Security Warning: UN food agencies flagged Madagascar among hotspots where acute hunger could worsen as conflict, funding gaps and climate shocks bite. Global Culture Buzz: “Shrek 5” released its trailer, and the internet is already buzzing about the new voice cast and the jail-cell ending.