Workplace Culture Probe: New Zealand’s MBIE has opened an investigation into “workplace conduct and culture” at the Financial Markets Authority, led by Kristy McDonald KC, after concerns were raised about the regulator’s internal culture. Art & Community Education: Marshall’s Michelson Museum of Art showcased student work from its summer “Art Across America” classes, while Plein Air Easton wrapped a major plein-air season that turned Maryland’s Eastern Shore into an open-air studio. Music as Identity & Industry: Charli XCX’s “Music, Fashion, Film” gets a collaborative review, and Yash Raj Films launched Raah Records to incubate independent artists beyond film soundtracks. Cultural Heritage in Motion: A school honoring Lucky Dube opened in Mpumalanga, and Serbia’s Bosilegrad hosted the “Horo Se Vie” folklore festival with cross-border dance and music. Religion, Law, and Belonging: Taslima Nasreen renewed her push for a Uniform Civil Code based on equal rights, and a Faith250 gathering in Scranton brought diverse groups together to discuss sacred texts. Public Life & Access: Honolulu Humane Society explained why it uses visitor sign-ins on adoption floors, after a reader said they were stopped for not wanting to scan a QR code. Art, Health, and Healing: “Art Cure” spotlights research on how the arts can support wellbeing, alongside a new exhibition in North Charleston using painting, poetry, film and music to explore grief and renewal.