Publishing Policy: Moldova’s parliament voted to withdraw from a CIS treaty on book publishing, distribution, and printing, citing misalignment with national interests and a push toward EU culture programs. Legal/Publishing Industry: A Women’s Pro Baseball League board member is asking a Delaware court to force record release, alleging possible misuse of funds and conflicts tied to the league’s leadership. Comics & Publishing Releases: Bad Idea Comics’ November 2026 solicits include Matt Kindt and Juan José Ryp’s oversized spy thriller debut Retirement Plan #1. Royalty & Media: Princess of Wales Catherine wore a Diana-style “pie crust” collar blouse, another reminder of how fashion stories keep feeding publishing and media cycles. AI & Books: Multiple reports continue to press for action over claims that AI firms are scanning and destroying books to train models, with regulators and advocates in the spotlight. Books & Community: Everett, Washington and Everett, Massachusetts libraries are teaming up for an “East to West Book Club” spanning regional history reads. Book Culture Events: Cal State Fullerton hosted the fourth Philip K. Dick Festival, celebrating the author’s legacy through fan-made publishing and programming. Education Rights: UNICEF highlights Afghanistan’s ongoing ban on girls’ schooling beyond sixth grade, a direct hit to future reading and publishing pipelines.