Healthcare & Philanthropy: Merck Foundation marked World Health Day 2026 with its “More Than a Mother” campaign, saying it has funded 2,600 scholarships for young healthcare specialists across 52 countries, including Bangladesh. Women & Transport: BRAC’s Road Safety Programme says women drivers still face stigma and facility gaps; it awarded certificates to 10 women after a three-month residential driving and safeguarding training. Public Health Crisis: Bangladesh reported 3 more child deaths from measles-like symptoms, with 126 lab-confirmed cases in the latest period and Dhaka carrying the heaviest burden. Culture & Art in Dhaka: Italian artist Paola Belfiore brings Sogetsu Ikebana to Dhaka with “Frozen Gestures,” using Bangladeshi textiles and everyday objects from June 13–27. Social Business: The Yunus Centre and Grameen Group will host the 16th Social Business Day (June 27–28) marking Grameen’s 50 years and Yunus’s Nobel anniversary. Rights & Safety: DMP banned sharp weapons and fireworks in Ashura Tajia processions. Media Freedom: Jamaat-e-Islami expressed regret and says it will review an alleged attack on journalists in Dhanmondi-32. Politics & Security: Authorities arrested Awami League activists ahead of the party’s 77th founding anniversary, citing a nationwide security ban.