Diplomacy: Brazil’s Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira called Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar, praising Pakistan’s mediation role in the US-Iran context and stressing dialogue for global peace, while both sides backed closer UN coordination and South-South ties. Women’s Rights: Brazil’s Supreme Court expanded the Maria da Penha Law to cover all gender-based violence and ordered its enforcement during the election campaign to protect female candidates from political violence. Energy & Industry: Eneva began commercial operations at the Azulão Complex in Amazonas, starting a gas-to-power model with 295 MW contracted for 15 years to stabilize Brazil’s grid. Sports (Brazil on the global stage): FIFA released the 2027 Women’s World Cup schedule, with Brazil’s matches across Rio, São Paulo, Brasília and more, and the Maracanã set for the opener and final. Public Safety: A bus-truck crash in Paraná killed about 23 people, including medical patients and healthcare workers, as investigations continue. Culture & Society: A UFF study found 81% of Brazilians say belief in God is essential for political candidates, with stronger support among lower-income groups. Football: Ronaldinho, 46, landed in Italy to join Serie C Ravenna and is expected to play in an official match.