Ferry Disaster (East Java): Indonesian rescuers are still searching after the KM Mutiara Sentosa 2 ferry caught fire off Madura Island, killing at least five people and leaving 28 missing (with earlier reports citing 41 missing as officials reconcile passenger numbers). Safety & Accountability (Sea Transport): Indonesia’s Transportation Ministry has launched an investigation into the blaze, which broke out between 6–7 a.m. Sunday; officials say the manifest may not match the actual headcount, complicating the search. Travel Disruption (Jakarta): Jakarta will divert traffic during Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s two-day visit (Aug 3–4), with temporary road closures around major corridors as his convoy moves. Tourism Spotlight (Bali): A lesser-known beach near Sanur—Pengembak Beach—is set to host Jia Curated (Aug 13–17), bringing design, talks, dining and performances to a quieter side of Bali. Regional Travel Demand (Asia): Mother’s Day (Aug 12–16) is driving travelers toward both short domestic breaks in Thailand and popular international picks like Japan, Vietnam and Indonesia.