Storm Disruption (Philippines): The Philippine Coast Guard suspended sea travel for small vessels in Antique and Zambales as Tropical Storm Kiyapo (Noul) brings rough seas, urging fisherfolk to stay ashore. Heritage Tourism (Malaysia): Seri Menanti in Negeri Sembilan is pitching itself as a heritage-and-community tourism hub, with plans to expand homestays using unoccupied houses. Travel Retail (UK): Lakrids by Bülow is entering UK travel retail via Avolta, launching in major airports including Heathrow and Gatwick. Medical Travel (Guinea-Bissau): Opposition leader Domingos Simoes Pereira was allowed to leave prison for Portugal for medical treatment, according to Reuters. Seasonal Road Trips (US): North Dakota is promoting peak sunflower season with scenic drives and agricultural experiences. Cruise/River Luxury (Vietnam): Amiral Explorers launches a Mekong Delta private charter from Ho Chi Minh City’s Nhà Rồng Wharf. Travel Safety (UK-France): The UK updated wildfire travel advice for southwest France after large-scale evacuations. Tourism Business (India): India International Travel Mart Bengaluru 2026 opened, bringing tourism boards and industry partners together for deals and partnerships. Destination Spotlight (Ethiopia): Addis Ababa says urban upgrades and conference growth helped drive a surge in international meetings. Travel Planning Tips (UK): A reminder roundup covers passport validity rules and other entry details that can still trip up travelers. Travel Retail/Branding (Caribbean): Barbados highlights its tourism award win, crediting industry workers and airlift as key to success.