Major Events in New Zealand: The PSA Squash World Championships are coming to Auckland in February 2028, backed by a $1M government Major Events Fund—an Olympic-year boost for the sport and tourism. Border & Safety Watch: New Zealand Customs arrested a British traveler at Auckland International after finding 16.8kg of methamphetamine; the suspect also assaulted two officers. Media & Travel Diplomacy: More than 100 international journalists are in Beijing for a China press exchange, with planned travel across the country to cover culture, diplomacy, trade and investment. Volcano Disruptions: Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau eruption has kept airports closed and flights canceled, stranding hundreds of thousands of travelers; Jakarta service disruptions continue. Disaster Probe in Miami: Investigators are examining whether an Amazon Air cargo jet landed too far down the runway before overrunning at Miami International, killing five and injuring others. Labor Day Travel Costs: Record U.S. gas prices and higher airfare are shaping holiday plans, with travelers in Louisville and across the East Coast urging early booking. Gulf Travel Ease: GCC leaders say a unified tourist visa is set to launch soon, aiming to make cross-country travel simpler across Saudi, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman.