World Teachers’ Day protests and pay demands (Philippines): Ahead of World Teachers’ Day, ACT and TDC staged rallies in Manila demanding an entry-level salary of about P50,000, a P5,000 PERA, and higher education funding, with ACT alleging police used force and damaged belongings during the protest. Teacher pay and classroom conditions (Philippines): A separate DepEd push highlighted community-based teaching in Pampanga, while lawmakers approved a P1.952 billion DepEd budget boost for facilities, school safety, academic recovery, and inclusive education. Teachers’ Day class suspensions clarified (Philippines): Malacañang warned against a fake online graphic claiming Oct. 5 class suspensions, noting the holiday is a regular working day even as some local governments suspended face-to-face classes. School safety tragedy (Philippines): Two children, ages 7 and 8, died after being electrocuted during a bubble fun run at Cauayan South Central School. Higher education expansion (Malaysia/ Guyana): UTM enrolled 4,506 new undergrads for 2026/27, while the University of Guyana prepares to graduate 3,700+ students at its 60th convocation. University status milestone (Philippines): Basilan State College was elevated to Basilan State University after meeting CHED requirements. Inclusive education debate (India): An opinion piece argues inclusion must move beyond enrollment to ensure real participation, learning, and support for every child. Campus security and student risk (Philippines): Police found a loaded .45 pistol in a Grade 12 student’s motorcycle during school security checks. Sexual violence accountability (US): Reporting on Cornell’s handling of alleged fraternity gang rape renews scrutiny over disciplinary outcomes and transparency.