Iran-US tensions: Iran has tightened internal security in Tehran, with morality police and security forces stepping up arrests and pressure on people and businesses amid lingering war conditions. Peace vs politics: A Turkish legislative push could let the PKK lay down arms, but analysts warn it’s not the same as real peace or democratization. Space readiness: Western military leaders are worried about launch-site and range infrastructure as Germany explores more sovereign space launch capacity, with Norway’s Andøya tied to the debate. Arctic connectivity: Telesat will expand its Lightspeed network for Canadian military Ka-band service, adding satellites and aiming for earlier, more resilient coverage. Norway in the spotlight: Norway-based ECOnnect Energy is supplying a “jettyless” LNG transfer system for a Bahamas import terminal, showing Norwegian tech’s reach in energy infrastructure. Norwegian business: Hagland Shipping chartered a battery-hybrid mini-bulker for shortsea trades, while Stainless Tankers plans to sell its remaining chemical fleet. Norwegian politics/economy: Norway’s seafood sector is bracing for possible tariff fallout after meetings with government leaders. FIFA governance: FIFA’s crisis is again driving calls for systemic human-rights and transparency reforms as Infantino faces mounting pressure. Norway tech/energy: Finnish ecogrid.energy is testing data-center demand-side flexibility via green energy parks and energy-management software. Film & culture: David Harbour returns for Violent Night 2, with Kristen Bell joining as Mrs. Claus.