World Bank on 4Ps: A new World Bank review says the Philippines’ Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) has improved education and health, but many graduates remain economically vulnerable—urging stronger links to jobs, skills training, and financial services. Labour market caution (NZ): New Zealand’s June-quarter employment rose 0.5%, but analysts warn the bigger participation jump may reflect survey quirks, with weaker demand signals hitting low-skilled workers hardest. Skills-to-work push (Kenya TVET): Kenya is shifting TVET training toward an industry-led model where export firms co-design programs and students train in real production settings to graduate job-ready. Career pathways in media (Qatar): Qatar University and Al Jazeera Media Institute finished two professional diplomas—digital/AI content and live TV broadcasting—training 26 students for newsroom-style work. Youth employment signals (South Africa): A student told President Cyril Ramaphosa that getting hired often depends on connections, not qualifications—highlighting the ongoing employment trust gap. CV and hiring guidance: A practical guide argues that with vacancies down and youth unemployment high, jobseekers need sharper CV strategy for every career stage. Rural jobs via policy (India): Karnataka ordered clear SOPs for the VB-G RAM G scheme to boost rural employment and durable assets.