APEC Openness Push: Officials at the APEC China CEO Forum in Beijing said Asia-Pacific growth depends on staying open despite unilateralism and protectionism, urging faster progress on the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific, better connectivity, and tougher action on non-tariff barriers and digital trade. Education Snapshot (US): New York school enrollment data shows Asian and Pacific Islander students remain a major share in some districts—P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam (65.3%) and P.S. 21 Edward Hart (55.6%)—while other schools see smaller shares, like Scotia-Glenville Middle (1.8%) and Valleyview Elementary (2.8%). Sports—Japan’s World Cup Moment: Japan made history in the 1,000th FIFA World Cup match, beating Tunisia 4-0 and becoming the first Asian team to score four in a World Cup game. Business—India EV Shift: Tata Motors says it has secured 3,400+ electric commercial vehicle orders, signaling mainstream EV adoption in freight and passenger segments. Health & Trade—Sunscreen Update: The US FDA approved bemotrizinol, a sunscreen ingredient used for decades in Asia and Europe. Regional Diplomacy: Asean lawmakers urged President Marcos to push for Aung San Suu Kyi’s release, calling for unconditional and immediate freedom for political prisoners.