Health & Food: A seven-year study in Hong Kong links pro-inflammatory diets with higher depression risk in older adults, with a bigger effect in women. Longevity & Immune Health: Two Nature studies using AI on CT scans suggest a “healthier” thymus is tied to lower death risk and better cancer outcomes, challenging the idea that the thymus stops mattering after puberty. Lifestyle Travel & Retail: Marks & Spencer is expanding in the Philippines via a new franchise partner, with fashion, home, beauty and food returning later in 2026. Wellness Travel: Turks and Caicos is seeing record visitor arrivals and is adding hotels and nonstop flights. Sports & Community: Hilton is launching “Undergraduate by Hilton” for campus-connected travelers, and Malaysia’s Team KLWC is sending athletes (including competitors over 60) to major endurance events. Culture & Fun: A one-month official SEGA pop-up hits Little Tokyo in LA, and Olivia Rodrigo is running two LA pop-ups tied to her new era. Legal/Consumer Watch: Seattle’s MiiR sues Tesla over alleged tumbler lid copying. Everyday Health: Experts say more young men are seeking care for pelvic floor disorders, and a new Arizona law targets distracted drivers in motorcycle crashes.