Civil Defence & Rearmament: Denmark’s security debate keeps getting more concrete as Europe trains civilians for wartime survival, with civil defence courses spreading across the Nordics and Baltics. Air Defence Procurement: A new analysis points to Denmark’s choice of the European SAMP/T system over US Patriot as more than logistics—raising questions about how much governments trust US support across political cycles. AI Power Strain: US Sen. Elizabeth Warren warns AI data centres are driving up local utility costs and stressing water and power systems, sparking backlash over who pays. Online Safety Law: Malaysia starts enforcing a ban on social media accounts for children under 16, requiring age checks and threatening fines for platforms. Political Funding Scrutiny: South Africa’s IEC flags a R30m declared donation by RISE Mzansi and examines whether the loan-to-donation conversion fits party funding rules. Streaming Levies: Belgium’s Netflix case heads toward the EU courts after a constitutional court ruling, keeping pressure on whether countries can demand local content investment. Denmark Environment: The beached humpback “Timmy” is dragged ashore in Denmark for an autopsy after a months-long rescue saga. Rule of Law Watch: A new report highlights Europe’s strong rule-of-law standing, with Denmark leading the index.