Girls’ Sports Participation Gap: Sky-commissioned Public First research maps a UK divide where girls (11–18) play ~84 minutes less sport weekly than boys, with the widest gaps in Birmingham Perry Barr and other urban hotspots. Climate & Oceans: Copernicus reports ocean temperatures outside polar regions hit record highs in late June, underscoring warming impacts as heatwaves intensify. EV Battery Longevity: Cambridge engineers report that keeping lithium-ion pouch cells under constant pressure with pneumatic “bellows” could roughly double battery lifespan. Space Science: International teams confirm “super-puff” Jupiter-sized exoplanets TOI‑791 b and c are extremely low density, offering a rare testbed for planet formation. Quantum Physics: TU Wien detects strong quantum entanglement in a centimeter-sized “strange metal” crystal, linking solid-state and quantum physics. AI Governance: A UN AI science panel warns the window for global oversight is closing as compute concentration and fast-moving “agent” capabilities outpace regulation. Healthcare Innovation: Birmingham’s accelerator partners with Osler Diagnostics to test point-of-care high-sensitivity troponin for faster, bedside cardiac decisions. Public Health Research: UK researchers recommend avoiding intentional regular screen time for under-2s due to long-term health and quality-of-life effects. Forensic Science Policy (Nepal): Nepal’s bill discussions push for postgraduate qualifications and clearer rules for digital evidence in forensic work.