Government & Politics: North Macedonia’s PM Hristijan Mickoski unveiled a limited cabinet reshuffle, adding the Democratic Party of Turks and reshaping portfolios while keeping VMRO-DPMNE in control of key ministries. Elections & Diaspora Rights: Parliament suspended debate on a new election law after thousands of amendments over diaspora e-voting, with opposition warning of unsafe electronic voting and possible fraud. Culture & Heritage: “Vietnam Day in Skopje 2026” brought Vietnamese music, exhibitions and tourism promotion to the Skopje Summer Festival, strengthening cultural ties. Media & Society: A regional study on social media platform governance and online media regulation highlights how platforms now decide what people see across South-East Europe, including North Macedonia. Education & Youth: UNICEF reports that millions of children worldwide are already using AI, including in North Macedonia, raising both learning hopes and safety worries. International Cooperation: Qatar joined a sustainability forum in Skopje focused on resilient institutions and greener competitiveness. Arts & Film: Latido Films acquired a new regional coproduction by Srđan Dragojević, shot from August 2026, with North Macedonia among the participating countries. EU & Minorities: A deregistered Bitola cultural group urged PM Mickoski to “tell the truth” about an EP report on minority rights and constitutional recognition. Tourism & Lifestyle: North Macedonia is getting more attention from travelers, with a reported rise in visitors and new direct flights boosting Skopje and Ohrid.