Spatial Tourism Tech: iHistory’s PointMap+Life for Apple Vision Pro launches in Tokyo with Kyoto City, turning maps into immersive “MAP 3.0” storytelling. Maritime Shock Before Summit: Russian drones hit a Chinese-owned bulk carrier in the Black Sea/Odesa region just as Putin heads to Beijing for talks with Xi. Jamaica Ups Airlift: New routes and a major hotel investment push follow strong Q1 arrivals, with Porter adding nonstop Toronto/Ottawa/Hamilton seats into Montego Bay. Heat Risk Watch: Bangkok is forecast to become SE Asia’s hottest major city by 2050, with extreme-heat days projected to triple. Inbound Spend Boost: China expands its departure tax refund system (faster, more digital, more refund points) to lift foreign shopping and domestic consumption. Putin-Xi Diplomacy: Kremlin says ties are at an “unprecedented” level as dozens of agreements are expected. Thailand Demand Signals: Operators expect healthier Q3 bookings despite fuel and flight capacity pressure, especially from Europe. Local Travel Relief: Kerala’s new free women’s bus travel plan faces KSRTC cost and fleet constraints ahead of rollout. Tourism Culture Debate: China clamps down on “immersive” performances after a viral lollipop-and-veil interaction sparked a hospitality-vs-propriety backlash.