Disaster in Tourism Hotspot: A suspected gas leak sparked an explosion that collapsed a two-storey building in Athens’ Plaka near the Acropolis, injuring three and leaving five people missing, including tourists in a short-term rental; firefighters used sniffer dogs and thermal cameras as authorities cordoned off the area. US Visa Crackdown on “Birth Tourism”: Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced new visa restrictions targeting people who facilitate commercial birth-tourism networks, including visa “fixers” and certain medical providers, framing it as fraud rather than tourism. Tourism Economy Watch: The Asian Development Bank cut Cambodia’s 2026 growth forecast to 3.9% as weaker tourism and related services weigh on the economy, with a partial rebound expected in 2027. Hospitality & Travel Business: Royal Caribbean asked frequent cruisers for packing tips, while Hotel Dive flagged industry moves including Highgate’s new CMO and Accor’s ALL Concierge AI tool. Local Tourism Economics: Westchester County visitor spending hit $2.53B in 2025 (+6.4%), supporting 22,653 jobs. World Tourism Day Build-Up: Zimbabwe’s Heritage Village will host World Tourism Day commemorations focused on a digital agenda and AI in tourism. Accessibility Push: Kerala Travel Mart KTM 2026 seminar stressed inclusive, accessible tourism planning beyond ramps and special rooms.