Iran Conflict Diplomacy: US Vice President JD Vance says Washington will use military, economic and diplomatic tools to push Iran toward a resolution, warning talks will be “messy” but insisting Iran will not get nuclear weapons. NHS Mental Health Overhaul: England confirms a £343m plan to open 159 NHS mental health centres, including dedicated crisis care outside A&E, aiming to cut long waits. Ebola Response Strain (DR Congo): WHO warns the outbreak is spreading faster than the response as cases rise and health workers protest unpaid wages, with deaths reported above 1,800. Public Health Alerts: Los Angeles issues a measles exposure warning after an infected visitor spent 11 hours at Universal Studios Hollywood; heatwaves are also linked to worse child mental health in a new review. Digital Identity & Finance (Philippines): The central bank drafts a rule making National ID verification mandatory for digital onboarding and account opening. Rural Development & Energy (Zimbabwe): Government backs rural electrification using least-cost technology, including grid and solar options. Local Economy & Jobs (US/UK/Elsewhere): Cycling on New York’s Empire State Trail generates $74m annually; Korea weighs lighter digital rules to boost startups; Kenya freezes new sugar import licences to protect local producers.