Ebola Watch: WHO says the rare Bundibugyo strain is driving a worsening Ebola situation in DR Congo, with hundreds of suspected cases and “very high” risk inside the country as health teams struggle to keep up. Visa & Mobility Policy: Thailand is rolling back its 60-day visa-free stays for Brits, returning many travelers to a 30-day cap and warning some nationalities could face even shorter windows amid a crackdown on foreign crime. Activism in Court: Three activists face charges over a CLV-DTA protest in Cambodia, with defendants saying they were only raising sovereignty concerns. Thai Food & Lifestyle: A Thai-inspired red lentil dal recipe blends Thai red curry paste and coconut milk with Punjabi-style lentils for a weeknight-friendly fusion. Culture Media for Minorities: Radio Veritas Asia expands in Myanmar with new Akha and Kayan language services, bringing more multilingual Catholic broadcasting to remote ethnic communities. Science & Youth: Filipino students’ “Double Gyroscope” experiment runs on the ISS, showing how space can help test spacecraft orientation ideas. Wellness Hospitality: Upper House (Swire Hotels) rolls out “House of Healing” two-day retreats across its Asian properties, aiming for social wellbeing through curated, choice-based experiences. Food Tourism & Trade: Thailand’s durian export push continues as Laos and Chinese firms sign an MoU to standardize procurement and meet China’s strict quality checks.