Rare Disease Genomics: Genetic Alliance and enGenome announced a partnership to expand access to advanced genomic interpretation, using enGenome’s AI-guided eVai platform to help rare-disease labs classify and prioritize variants more consistently. Neurodegenerative Breakthrough: St. Jude researchers report a new way to reactivate the frataxin gene in Friedreich’s ataxia by helping gene-activating proteins pass through tightly packed DNA, challenging the idea that “off” gene states are always absolute. Syrian Health System Focus: A new overview highlights how ophthalmology training in Syria is being strained by conflict, equipment shortages, and doctor emigration—while noting ongoing residency pathways in major cities. Syrian Regional Integration: President Ahmad al-Sharaa met with regional leaders to push forward institutional integration in Syria’s northeast, including plans for school reopening under the national curriculum. Immigration & Care Access (US): A US judge cleared the Trump administration to end TPS for about 350,000 Haitians, with knock-on concerns for health and caregiving workforces; Massachusetts also signed an immigrant protection bill expanding safeguards around schools and healthcare. Food Security & Health Risk (Black Sea): A Russian strike hit a civilian cargo vessel near Odesa carrying Ukrainian wheat, injuring crew and raising alarms about threats to global food supply.