Health & Prevention: A Lancet Commission report says nearly half of dementia cases could be delayed or prevented by tackling 14 lifestyle risk factors—especially hearing loss, diet, exercise, smoking, diabetes, and social isolation. Culture & Identity: Zambia’s minister James Sankwasa sparked debate over “foreign” beauty trends, with analysts warning against turning heritage into a simple “African vs foreign” choice. Arts & Community: Middlesbrough submitted its City of Culture 2029 bid, built with local schools and poet Bob Beagrie, aiming to turn the town’s industrial past into a new cultural future. Books & Ideas: KU’s Spencer Museum picked Kay WalkingStick’s “Winter Flight” to pair with Samantha Harvey’s “Orbital,” fueling campus conversations about grief and connection. Pets & Lifestyle: A guide to calming breathing exercises highlights box breathing and 4-7-8 techniques for quick stress relief. Entertainment: Sky adds Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple to its streaming lineup, bringing classic village mysteries back to screens. Food & Travel: A Tokyo izakaya piece looks at how small pubs survive rising costs while keeping community at the center. Archaeology: Divers found a Roman shipwreck off Sicily packed with amphorae, likely tied to wine trade. Pets & Fashion: Jongno-gu is recruiting for a hanbok festival showcase that includes a pet category—yes, animals in traditional outfits.