Anti-Scam Push in Malaysia: Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil ordered telcos to explain claims that huge numbers of prepaid lines were registered under single identities, warning the risk of online scams and stressing MyDigital ID checks plus expanded grassroots awareness through PIBGs and residents groups. Civil Liberties in Cambodia: Licadho says opposition Candlelight Party figures in Oddar Meanchey were arrested over remarks in private calls, raising privacy and free-expression fears as Sarom faces up to three years. Surveillance Backlash in the US: Youngstown residents learned about Flock ALPR cameras at a teach-in, with activists urging pressure on local officials not to renew contracts. Police Accountability in LA: LA prosecutors reduced charges against an officer who secretly recorded colleagues’ racist, sexist and homophobic comments, likely avoiding jail and aiming to protect whistleblowers. Human Rights Detention in Tunisia: The Global Sumud Flotilla says a steering committee member began a hunger strike over preventive detention and deteriorating conditions. Electoral Integrity in Nigeria: ADC leader David Mark warned against turning elections into “do-or-die” contests, citing violence and abuse ahead of 2027. Campus Clashes in India: Jadavpur University saw injuries after clashes between SFI and ABVP during a students’ union meeting, with FIRs filed. Public Spending Fight in South Africa: Cape Town residents and activists challenged a R114m N2 security wall project, arguing the money should go to housing and safety for communities. Anti-Scam & Rights in the Spotlight: HRDC urged a speedy bail ruling for jailed activist Sylvester Namiwa, calling delays a form of punishment before conviction.