Wildfire Crisis in Europe: Spain and France are evacuating hundreds of thousands as fast-moving blazes, driven by heat and wind, push toward major cities like Bordeaux and areas near Madrid, with governments declaring emergencies and calling in extra aircraft and military support. Climate Science & Drought: Researchers warn that climate change is intensifying Europe’s drought by boosting evaporation from soils and rivers, turning dry spells into severe water shortages. Dutch Tech & Travel Ops: Schiphol will move passenger assistance for reduced-mobility travelers in-house from early 2028, aiming for tighter control and smoother service as demand grows. Cybersecurity: A joint advisory says Russian-linked hackers ran a yearlong “zero-click” phishing campaign targeting NATO and nuclear-related organizations, exploiting a Zimbra flaw to steal email data without user action. AI Jobs in the Netherlands: Indeed reports AI-related job titles have surged since 2022, and in the Netherlands most AI roles now sit outside tech, reflecting demand for practical AI skills across everyday work. Health Research: A Japanese MRI study links lower vitamin C levels with reduced brain volume and weaker memory-network connections in older adults. Geopolitics & Trade Controls: China imposed new export restrictions on dual-use goods to European entities including Rheinmetall and Tatra Trucks in response to EU sanctions on Russia. Science Policy & Governance: The ICC removed chief prosecutor Karim Khan after sexual misconduct allegations, as supporters try to prevent wider institutional disruption.