Vaccine Transition Watch: Nepal’s Health Minister Nisha Mehta met Gavi leaders at the World Health Assembly, stressing tight public budgets and pushing for gradual domestic investment so the country can eventually become self-sufficient on vaccines. Food Inflation Pressure: Mexico’s food stability is getting squeezed as global fuel and fertiliser costs—linked to Strait of Hormuz disruptions—feed into higher prices at wholesale markets, hitting low-income shoppers hardest. Water Crisis, Real-Time: South Delhi’s Dakshinpuri residents report months of severe water shortages and contamination, while local authorities respond with updates and boil-water guidance in other areas. Beer Industry Shake-Up: BrewDog’s James Watt is launching a new beer brand, “Second Best,” offering free shares to original Equity for Punks investors after BrewDog’s collapse. Plant-Based Trade Momentum: Thailand’s Thaifex-Anuga Asia 2026 spotlights plant-based innovation and broader F&B sourcing as the show returns with thousands of exhibitors. On-the-Menu Trends: Horchata is moving from niche to mainstream as “dirty” versions and coffee-shop spins spread. Public Health & Regulation: The FDA is facing internal turmoil after a nicotine policy shift reportedly blindsided tobacco staff, raising concerns about faster market access for new products.