Monaco & Human Rights: The Council of Europe’s anti-racism body (ECRI) urges Monaco to tighten hate-speech and hate-crime laws, tackle racist and LGBTI-phobic bullying in schools, and better address risks for foreign nationals in undeclared work—while also noting progress since its 2022 review, including improved access to healthcare for foreign nationals. Deep-Sea Health: A UN ocean assessment flags bottom trawling as the biggest threat to deep-sea ecosystems, warning it can permanently destroy seafloor habitats and calling for urgent policy action. World Cup Fitness Watch: Japan captain Wataru Endo is still fighting a foot injury ahead of the Netherlands opener, with coach Hajime Moriyasu “praying and waiting” while preparing replacements if needed. Cardiac Safety Spotlight: Denmark’s Christian Eriksen revealed his internal defibrillator saved his life after a pitch collapse five years ago, underscoring the lifesaving role of rapid CPR and defibrillators. Wellness in the Riviera: Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 “Hotel Star Bars” list includes Le Bar Américain at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, highlighting the rise of zero-proof options alongside classic cocktail culture.