Extreme Heat & Disaster Risk: Central Asia’s mid-July heat is warping roads, straining power grids, and raising health risks, with Tajikistan reporting local disruptions as governments scramble to protect equipment and services. Mercury Monitoring for the Third Pole: Scientists released a new mercury dataset from air, glaciers, soils and other samples across the “Third Pole,” aiming to improve tracking and risk reduction for toxic pollution. One Health Heatwaves: An expert warns heatwaves hit people, livestock and ecosystems together, calling for shared early warnings and data sharing across health, veterinary, meteorology and environment agencies. Water Cooperation: The World Bank approved a $20 million grant to strengthen cross-border water management in the Amu Darya and Syr Darya basins, focusing on better data sharing and water accounting. Tajik-Mongolia Green Links: During Tajikistan’s state visit to Mongolia, leaders signed 11 agreements including environmental protection, and planted commemorative trees tied to greening and climate action goals. Aviation & Emissions: Tajik carrier Shohin Airlines announced its first Airbus order—four A320neo-family jets—framing the move as a step toward a more fuel-efficient, lower-emissions fleet. Science Diplomacy: TWAS and AAAS launched a course on science diplomacy with Tajik participation, targeting climate, food security and biodiversity solutions through policy-science cooperation.