Family Support Reset (Singapore): PM Lawrence Wong says Singapore will unveil a renewed plan to strengthen support for families across life stages, including costs of raising children, affordable infant care and childcare, and safeguards to help children navigate the digital world safely. Child Screen Time & Brain Development: Research discussed in Singapore coverage links higher screen time in early childhood to lasting impacts on development, with parents urged to steer kids toward more physical, real-world activities. Mental Health in Later Life: A WiSE study notes depression among seniors rose over the decade, with social isolation and shrinking support networks flagged as key risks as retirement routines change. Autism Assistance Dogs (Singapore): A young autistic Singapore resident preparing for university in Canada will rely on Milo, an autism assistance dog trained to interrupt self-harming, ease anxiety with deep pressure, and provide steady companionship. Public Health & Mosquito Control (US): A US pilot releases 600,000 male tiger mosquitoes carrying Wolbachia to curb dengue risk without traditional pesticide spraying. Wildlife Rescue (Singapore): A Sunda slow loris was rescued near Tuas and rehabilitated after being found inside an industrial building, highlighting ongoing illegal wildlife trade risks. Design for Safer Care: Pacto Medical’s compact prefilled syringe concept “Slimshot” won a Red Dot Design Concept 2026 and was selected for display at Singapore’s Red Dot Design Museum.