Middle East Ceasefire & Shipping: The US and Iran have agreed to end their war, with the Strait of Hormuz expected to reopen by the end of the week—though analysts warn oil flows and prices could stay volatile for 12–18 months as mines are cleared and insurers and refineries catch up. UK Kids Online: UK PM Keir Starmer announced a ban on social media for under-16s, plus extra limits on gaming and livestreaming, explicitly citing Australia’s earlier under-16 restrictions and sparking pushback from big tech over safety and enforceability. Australian Media Habits: A Reuters-backed Digital News Report finds Australians are among the world’s biggest paid online news consumers, with disinformation worries driving subscriptions—especially among younger readers. Wildfire Insurance Tech: Liberty and ICEYE launched building-level parametric wildfire cover using satellite radar to assess damage faster, including through smoke and at night. Health Research: Monash researchers report a copper-based drug that may help Alzheimer’s by restoring the brain’s ability to clear toxic proteins. Climate & Biodiversity: Macquarie-led research finds native bees’ heat resilience depends on nesting style, with plant-stem nesters most vulnerable under climate change. Creator Economy: Fabulate hired former Meta/Disney exec Jon Kee to lead commercial growth across SEA, Japan and Korea. Vehicle Safety Recall: JLR Australia recalled 45 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles over a rear centre seatbelt buckle defect.