Sports—European Football: Hibernian grabbed a 2-1 first-leg lead over North Macedonia’s Shkendija in the UEFA Conference League, with Owen Elding scoring early and Marko Gjorgjievski equalising before Warren O’Hora struck a 90th-minute winner. Public Health—West Nile Virus: Europe’s West Nile outbreak is worsening, with 241 human cases reported this season; North Macedonia has logged 13, while Spain has reported its first fatal case of the year, prompting travel and mosquito-bite warnings. Politics—Language at the Border: North Macedonia’s ethnic Albanian DUI is demanding Albanian be restored on state signs at the Tabanoc border crossing, saying the change broke legal rules. Human Rights—Medical Access Dispute: Bulgaria again urged North Macedonia to allow Iva Mihailova medical treatment abroad after a Kočani court refused permission, citing risks of permanent injury. Local Life—Heat in Skopje: Skopje’s “urban heat island” effect is highlighted by readings showing much hotter temperatures in direct sun than in tree shade. Diplomacy—Corridor 8: Albania opened a new section of Corridor 8 linking toward North Macedonia and Bulgaria, aiming to cut travel times and improve safety.