Mongolian Studies Spotlight: The 13th International Congress of Mongolists opened in Ulaanbaatar under the theme “Mongolian Studies: Tradition and Modernity,” with President Khurelsukh urging scholars to connect Mongols worldwide through research on origins, language, culture, and heritage. Cultural TV & History: The anime “Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia” continues with Episode 6 “The Mergen People,” adding voice actors Akira Ishida, Inori Minase, and Shoya Chiba as Töregene’s past and the Merkit tribe come into focus. Pastoral & Land Stewardship: Mongolia welcomed the Silk Road Caravan ahead of COP17, with participants traveling across Dundgobi, Uvurkhangai, Arkhangai, Bulgan, and Tuv to meet herders and land-restoration projects. Heritage Diplomacy: Mongolia’s ambassador met the IPU Secretary General, discussing cooperation on parliamentary democracy, human rights, gender equality, and youth participation, including a World Women Parliamentarians’ Conference in October. Regional Sports Culture: Mongolia’s neighbors also made headlines: China’s Inner Mongolia opened the 16th regional Games in Baotou with a new focus on sport spirit over medal rankings. UNESCO & Global Memory: UNESCO added 25 new World Heritage sites, including Mongolia’s ancient Xiongnu burial grounds, bringing fresh attention to Mongolian history on the world stage. Community Activism Abroad: In Chicago, community members gathered at a Mongol restaurant to call for federal help amid a surge in gun violence.