LGBT+ Rights Protest: Actor Sir Ian McKellen will lead a “Commonwealth Walk of Shame” march in London on 30 May, protesting colonial-era laws that still criminalise LGBT+ people across Commonwealth states, including references to Brunei and the death penalty in some places. Education Focus: A lawmaker urged Brunei’s region to prioritise reading comprehension first, after concerns that many senior students struggle to read independently. Brunei Tech Talent: Brunei’s AITI says its Brunei TechXplore Digital Apprenticeship Program is boosting ICT graduates’ employability and global exposure, aligning with Brunei Vision 2035. Cost of Living: Brunei CPI rose 0.1% in April year-on-year, driven mainly by higher food prices. Digital Innovation: Google’s government affairs chief praised Singapore’s use of technology with “guardrails,” citing AI Ready ASEAN Youth Challenge projects including an AI dementia-care platform in Brunei. Eid Al-Adha Dates: Brunei will observe Eid Al-Adha on Thursday, 28 May, a day later than many countries due to moon-sighting decisions. Regional Diplomacy: Vienna is set to bid to host an EU-ASEAN Center from 2027, with Brunei cited as a key partner.