Music education & regret: A UK survey finds 34% of adults (nearly 19 million) regret giving up music, as provisional A-level music entries hit another record low. Cultural travel: Kirker Holidays unveiled its 2027 cultural and music programme, including a Northumberland music festival and new themed itineraries across Europe and beyond. Breaking into music: A teen in Oxfordshire turned down an Oxford University offer to attend the Royal Academy of Music, choosing auditions and training over grades. Interfaith peace in Nigeria: Muslim and Christian leaders in Abuja signed an interfaith accord aimed at religious harmony, amid ongoing tensions and insurgent violence. Ethnic data & policy: Bangladesh’s Bureau of Statistics will survey the socioeconomic conditions of ethnic people nationwide to better target social security programmes. Pop culture community-building: Boise’s Re-Pop Gifts is carving out a local pop-culture niche by spotlighting art from independent creators. Live music as local glue: Philadelphia’s Beech “Jazz on the Ave” returns as a free, family-friendly street festival celebrating neighborhood culture. Global music platform: TikTok LIVE says its Music On Stage programme will return in 2026 with a refreshed global format for emerging artists. Eurovision next stop: Eurovision 2027 will be held in Bulgaria’s Black Sea city of Burgas, with dates set for the semifinals and final. Art in everyday life: MontiArts’ “Art in the Park” series in Monticello offers free, hands-on sessions for all ages, ending Aug. 19.