Cultural Diplomacy in Skopje: Indian President Droupadi Murmu and North Macedonia’s President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova unveiled a Mahatma Gandhi bust at the Museum of the City of Skopje, framing it as a symbol of peace, tolerance, and growing people-to-people ties. Film & Regional Cinema: The Sarajevo Film Festival revealed its competition lineups, with 21 world premieres and a feature-film jury led by Emily Watson, joined by Igor Bezinović, Sara Klimoska, Matthijs Wouter Knol, and Athina Rachel Tsangari. Archaeology & Heritage: Excavations at Gradište near Mlado Nagoričane uncovered a rare Hellenistic ritual complex, including finds linked to a female deity thought to be Demeter. China–North Macedonia Cultural Exchange: Chinese Ambassador Jiang Xiaoyan visited Negotino and Mavrovo and Rostuše, and attended cultural events including the Ningbo Symphony Orchestra concert at Bitola’s Ilinden Days. Local Activism: Environmental groups renewed pressure against the Ilovica–Shtuka mines, demanding cancellation of concessions over fears for soil, air, and water. Health Training Spotlight: Aspetar’s Surgery Observer Programme drew 69 international observers, including participants from North Macedonia, reflecting global demand for specialized orthopaedic and sports medicine training.