Tourism Policy: London is set to introduce a new “tourist tax” on overnight stays, with details still being worked out on how it’s charged and what it funds. Funding for Culture: Osceola County (Florida) will direct $5m from its tourist development “bed tax” to capital upgrades for museums and arts venues. Business Travel Shift: Corporate Traveller research says events and meetings are now the biggest driver of UK business travel, pushing demand for dedicated planning support. Airport & Disruption: Britain’s air traffic control provider NATS is facing scrutiny after a system issue triggered major passenger chaos, with an investigation promised. Travel Safety: A new warning highlights how AI is making travel scams harder to spot, as Americans report billions lost to fraud. Wellness at Airports: Hamad International Airport launched complimentary 20-minute wellness sessions at “The Orchard” to help travellers recover from travel fatigue. Tech & Startups: Travel Tech named finalists for its travel start-up pitch summit, with a $10,000 prize and Expedia executive engagement. Regional Connectivity: Andhra Pradesh says the Arakkonam–Renigunta rail expansion will boost tourism and trade by improving access to Tirupati and the Rayalaseema region. GCC Visa Plan: Gulf states are moving toward a unified “GCC Grand Tours” visa to make cross-border travel easier. Disaster Watch: A ferry fire near Coron in the Philippines has killed at least five, with dozens rescued and many still missing.