Eritrean Arts & Identity Spotlight: In a Q&A that reads like a cultural mission statement, Hajayat Mendal—singer, poet, dancer, and now TV scriptwriter—talks about how her independence-era work shaped her lifelong commitment to Eritrean language and heritage. Diaspora Culture & Community: A Birmingham-based Refugee World Football Championship brought together teams including Eritrea, with sport used as a bridge for inclusion during Refugee Week. Craft as Living Heritage: A feature on the Mesob highlights how Eritrean women’s woven artistry turns everyday dining into a national art form—built from palm leaves, patience, and geometric design. Refugee Arts in the Region: An Addis Ababa exhibition titled “Resilience and Inclusion” opened for World Refugee Day, featuring works by refugee artists from Eritrea and across the Horn. Arts Under Pressure (Europe): France’s Castres canceled Alexis Michalik’s play Passeport—about an Eritrean refugee seeking residency—sparking protests over creative freedom and politics in programming. Sports with Eritrean Reach: NSN named a Tour de France team built to support Eritrean rider Biniam Girmay as he chases a repeat of his 2024 form.