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Two British nationals evacuated from the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius are reportedly recovering in hospital as global health agencies monitor the outbreak. The virus scare has been linked to several deaths and confirmed infections aboard the vessel, prompting international tracing, isolation measures and heightened medical surveillance.
India’s weather turned unpredictable as the IMD issued simultaneous heatwave, rain and thunderstorm warnings across several states. Authorities advised tourists and holidaymakers to monitor forecasts closely, avoid high-risk areas and prepare for possible travel disruptions caused by heavy rain, strong winds and extreme heat.
The US has introduced a visa rule requiring non-immigrant applicants to disclose whether they fear returning to their home country. Those who say yes may be denied visas, as officials aim to curb asylum misuse by screening claims earlier. Critics warn it could block genuine travelers and asylum seekers.
Bangkok hosted a global health and wellness tourism summit, reinforcing Thailand’s ambition to become a leading medical and wellness hub. The event brought together international buyers and industry players, highlighting rapid market growth and generating major business deals as demand for preventive and holistic travel surges.
United Airlines will now allow passengers who play audio without headphones to be removed from flights, tightening rules amid ongoing unruly behavior cases reported by the Federal Aviation Administration. The move highlights growing concerns over in-flight etiquette as broader travel disruptions and rising costs continue globally.
