AI Governance Bill: Malaysia’s Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo says an Artificial Intelligence Governance Bill is finished and will go to Cabinet, aiming for Parliament this quarter or by early next year. NHS Funding: UK Labour’s Andy Burnham announced £1.5bn for 13 hospitals, including Rampton Hospital, with money for theatres, wards, and heat-resilience upgrades. Local Government Reorganisation: England’s local government shake-up is paused after legal advice, triggering cost and accountability demands from councils like Peterborough. Election Integrity: South Africa’s Electoral Commission issued a Disinformation Code for the 4 November local elections, setting rules for lawful criticism and countering misleading content. AI Transparency (Canada): Canada launched a public consultation on AI transparency, focusing on how people know when they’re interacting with AI and how AI-generated content is identified. Community & Governance: Victoria’s Dookie celebrated the state government scrapping a planned renewable energy zone after resident pushback. Sports Governance: South Africa’s SASCOC suspended president Barry Hendricks and named Lwandile Simelane acting president amid a wider sports administration governance crisis. Workplace Policy (Singapore): Singapore is exploring an accreditation mark for work-life friendly workplaces and childcare “sick bay” flexibility for parents.