Royal & Commonwealth Culture: Uganda’s Tooro kingdom has chosen TV news anchor Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as the new monarch after King Oyo Nyimba’s death, a reminder of how deeply old royal traditions still shape modern public life. Coastal & Community Safety: RNLI says abuse of volunteers is “wholly unacceptable” and is reviewing security after anti-migrant protests targeted lifeboat workers. Arts & Entertainment: Dubai Opera marks its 10th anniversary with a 2026–27 season featuring Trevor Noah and the Bolshoi Theatre, plus major opera and music premieres. Travel & Lifestyle: England may soon introduce a nightly tourist levy on hotel and Airbnb stays, giving mayors new powers over how the money is spent. Mental Health Through Sport: Prince William launches “On Your Side”, a sport-based suicide prevention toolkit aimed at spotting warning signs and connecting people to support. Design & Music Industry: [PIAS] relaunches Source with a UK-France A&R push, signing new acts and leaning into “We Grow Loud”. UK Policy & Daily Life: PIP review co-chairs say the benefit is set to stay cash and non-means tested, with “light touch” assessments. Citizenship Costs: New analysis says UK citizenship fees are over five times the Home Office processing cost, with families warning they’re being priced out. Culture & Comics: Taiwan’s culture minister announces a new International Comics Festival curated by British comics historian Paul Gravett. Heritage & Science: Scientists report growing microalgae from cultivated meat waste, aiming to cut costs and boost efficiency.