White House Security: Gunshots near the White House triggered a lockdown and sent reporters running to safety; the Secret Service says the suspect is dead after officers returned fire, with a bystander reportedly struck. Middle East Diplomacy: Trump says a US-Iran deal is “largely negotiated,” with talk of a 60-day ceasefire extension and reopening the Strait of Hormuz—though Iran’s media disputes details. Pakistan Rail Attack: A bomb near a passenger train in Quetta overturned cars and wounded more than two dozen, with thick smoke reported. Big Tech Jobs: Meta’s layoffs hit Ireland hard, with about 350 staff “potentially impacted,” fueling fears AI is already flattening teams. Social Media Crackdowns: Japan plans to monitor social platforms to catch visa overstayers and illegal work; Australia’s under-16 ban is now in effect; Malaysia tightens age verification. Local Media Policy: Maryland’s governor vetoed a bill steering state ad dollars toward local news. Health & Access: Sri Lanka will add 18 colposcopy machines to expand cervical cancer screening and treatment nationwide.