Road Safety Shock (Ireland): A head-on crash on Ireland’s M9 near Athy left a “number of fatalities,” with three adults and a child seriously injured; the road remains closed as Garda forensic investigators examine the scene. Tour Bus Tragedy (Hungary): A Polish tourist coach overturned after veering off the M3 near Mezokeresztes; at least 12 died and dozens were hurt, with the driver suspected to have fallen asleep. Hurricane Disruption (Hawaii/US): Hurricane Lala skirted Hawaii but still knocked out power for tens of thousands and disrupted travel, with hundreds of flights postponed or canceled. Tourism Policy Debate (Maldives): A lawmaker warned against treating tourism like a “cash cow” as occupancy drops and GST plans target offshore booking platforms and foreign operators. Overtourism Pushback (UK): Bibury residents and officials blocked a proposed café and shopping expansion, citing congestion and strain from TikTok-fueled visitor surges. Destination Spotlight (Croatia): Dubrovnik is being promoted for September travel as crowds ease while weather stays warm. Travel Tech/Payments (India): PNB partnered with GYFTR to launch a PNB-branded digital deals platform for select credit card holders, including travel perks. Safety Alert (New Zealand): Locals in Taranaki warned that photo-stops on a blind hill can create dangerous road situations for tourists.