Pop Culture Spotlight: A new look back at Tom Stoppard’s 1966 “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” shows how side characters can reshape an entire universe—an idea that still powers modern TV and film. Human Rights & Safety: In Kanpur, an auto-rickshaw driver named Mohammad Danish alleges Islamophobia and assault by traffic police, sparking calls for investigation after a viral video. Protest & Education: India’s CJP protest at Jantar Mantar hit Day 16 as climate activist Sonam Wangchuk completed eight days of an indefinite hunger strike, reporting about 6kg weight loss; the group continues to demand accountability over exam irregularities. Parenting & Health Tech: Princess Kate’s Royal Foundation-backed early-childhood project moves forward with a tool used by health visitors in Denmark, aiming to support UK infant wellbeing conversations. Food Safety: A Europe-wide Salmonella outbreak linked to flavored instant noodles has sickened 100+ people, with Denmark’s food agency urging against eating products straight from the package. Travel & Accessibility: Glasgow Airport promotes sunflower lanyards for hidden disabilities, with staff training and special assistance via airlines. Lifestyle & Design: A new sourdough gadget, “Sourdough Sidekick,” promises to automate starter feeding—so baking stays hands-on, but the fiddly part gets easier.