Ukraine Science Under Fire: Russian jet-drone strikes hit Kyiv’s National Academy of Sciences, killing at least one and injuring dozens, with researchers escaping flames by ladders and window ledges as officials call it a campaign of terror. Medical Breakthroughs: Australia’s Garvan Institute reports a rapid DNA test that can diagnose inherited muscle disease for people who previously waited years for answers; a separate study links glucosamine use to faster Alzheimer’s progression and higher mortality risk. Cancer Therapy Advance: Georgia Tech launches ETHOS to speed human-relevant drug discovery using “new approach methodologies” that better predict how therapies work in people. Space & Health Research: A new preprint proposes using controlled low-oxygen environments in spacecraft to protect astronauts from deep-space radiation and support mitochondrial resilience. Science Policy & Funding: Nigeria’s Tinubu sends a National Research and Development Fund bill to the Senate; South Africa warns US research cuts cost about R2.5bn and threaten jobs and degrees. Solar Power: Researchers report tandem all-perovskite triple-junction cells surpassing 30% efficiency, pushing renewable energy performance higher. Public Health & Society: A study warns Florida vaccine mandate changes could trigger the US’s biggest measles outbreak in decades. STEM Outreach: Armenia’s “Science Week” draws thousands, while Malaysia celebrates NSC 2026 winners to boost youth innovation.