Vatican Finance Shake-up: Pope Leo XIV appoints 36-year-old Liechtenstein princess Gisela Bergmann to oversee the Holy See’s finances, bringing wealth-management experience to the Council for the Economy. Local Culture Export: Singapore DJ Likki turns everyday MRT sounds and local bird calls into global EDM at Tomorrowland, spotlighting Singaporean Chinese identity on an international stage. Markets Watch: Singapore stocks extend their record run, boosted by a “Goldilocks” mix of growth and stable inflation, with fund managers pointing to AI and wealth-management themes. Night Economy Debate: Hong Kong’s push for after-dark vibrancy is tested by the question of whether crowds return when there’s no big event. Housing Reality Check: A growing number of young Singaporeans keep a home here while renting abroad, citing lifestyle and rent pressures. Public Safety Upgrade: SCDF rolls out new Gen 7E ambulances that can carry two patients, with redesigned interiors for safer, faster care. Childcare Shift: Parents now demand more than just affordability and proximity in pre-schools, focusing on teacher-student ratios and socio-emotional support. Scam Prevention: ST explains how scammers exploit government directories and what Singapore is doing to curb impersonation scams. Trade & Regional Links: India’s FTA exports surge, with Singapore and Sri Lanka leading growth, while ASEAN connectivity and cloud strategy remain key themes. Tech & Infrastructure: A VTOL cargo drone demonstration shows safer dangerous-goods sample logistics over Singapore waters.