College Football Preview: Kansas State enters 2026 with plenty of debate around its lines, even as preseason magazines highlight a strong secondary and a few standout defenders. Higher-Education Leadership: Brandon Perry is leaving the Timmins Rock to become head coach of Queen’s University’s men’s hockey program. Tech & Universities: Georgia’s Kutaisi Technology Hub is opening with Kutaisi International University positioned as a key research and talent engine. International Student Programs: St. Vincent and the Grenadines is sending 26 students into a 2026–27 international leadership development program. Global Business Education: Tirana Business University joins the Global Business School Network (GBSN). AI in Healthcare: Ghana’s UHAS will host the country’s first International AI in Healthcare conference in August. Student Success Policy: South Africa is pushing a national post-school compact to coordinate skills and student success across government, universities, industry, and philanthropy. Campus & Immigration: Montana’s ACLU says it reached a settlement protecting two international MSU students after visa status issues. Health Infrastructure: Nottingham’s National Rehabilitation Centre is set to start taking patients in September after water-supply delays. Energy Costs: Analysts warn gas prices could rise further as the Iran conflict disrupts global oil markets. Education & Skills: A new push in the U.S. and beyond highlights growing interest in trades pathways alongside college degrees.