Cultural Heritage Under Fire: Russia’s missile and drone attack hit Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, with UNESCO and Ukraine’s officials condemning the damage to the UNESCO World Heritage shrine and calling for urgent international assessment. Education & Representation: NCERT’s revised “Dancing Girl” image for Class 9—altering the torso shading to look “age-appropriate”—has sparked fresh debate about how school textbooks depict ancient art. Arts Governance: Malta’s MEIA is urging a transparent review of the Malta Biennale after artists complained about delayed payments, unclear contracts, and silence from leadership. Community Arts & Health: New UK research links regular arts and cultural participation with slower biological aging, suggesting benefits comparable to exercise for healthy aging. Local Culture Calendar: Auckland’s Matariki ki te Manawa returns to the city centre with illuminated art, storytelling, and performances running June 15–July 21. Arts & Activism: Philadelphia’s “ICE Out” protest art ramps up ahead of World Cup events, using street posters to push for protections for fans and tourists. Art World Loss: British painter David Hockney has died at 88, prompting global tributes to his pool paintings and wider influence.