Language & Culture Policy: Armenia has adopted new state language policy principles aimed at preserving linguistic diversity, supporting long-term language development, and addressing challenges from rapid digital tech. Public Health & Safety: A new Lancet Public Health study says road injuries remain a major global killer—about 51 million injured and 1.34 million deaths in 2023—while progress is uneven, with the heaviest burden in low- and middle-income countries. Tourism & Development: Dilijan’s Green Rock complex will host a groundbreaking for a new international-standard hotel on July 25, with a $160m investment and hundreds of jobs expected. Energy Governance: Armenia’s move to take control of Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) is framed as a major step toward infrastructure independence and reform. Environment & Enforcement in Yerevan: Over the past week, Yerevan inspections produced 85 reports on illegal construction and land seizures, including repeated gaps in dust suppression and air pollution monitoring devices. UNESCO & Biodiversity: Armenia is participating in the World Heritage Committee in Busan, linking the 1972 heritage mission with climate action and biodiversity ahead of COP17 in October. Climate Risk Abroad: Flash floods in Afghanistan killed at least 20, with officials warning the toll may rise as missing people are searched for. Wildlife/Climate Research: A study reports airborne microplastics can contribute to warming by trapping heat.