Mauritius in the spotlight: Mastercard has expanded Priceless.com into “Priceless Africa”, giving cardholders curated travel experiences across nine markets including Mauritius—think culture, culinary, nature and wildlife, plus booking and savings perks. Local arts & culture ties: The Mauritius President and India’s High Commissioner marked India’s 80th Independence Day with a reception featuring dance and singing, plus ODOP handicraft corners—another reminder of how culture keeps strengthening the island’s links. Sports with a Mauritius angle: Orlando Pirates of South Africa will face La Cure Waves SC of Port Louis in the CAF Champions League qualifiers, with the first leg in Mauritius—an early test for local football. Entertainment buzz: The “Whalefall” trailer is making waves online with its absurd premise of a diver swallowed by a sperm whale, with a striking shot of a whale near Mauritius. Business & media tech: STARPRIME (Port Louis) says it has completed beta testing of its Market-Maker Model for retail brokers, aiming for better execution and risk handling. Travel safety list: A 2026 Africa safety roundup places Mauritius among the continent’s safer destinations for travellers. Finance headline: Zee Entertainment allotted fully convertible warrants to Sunbright Mauritius Investments—tying Mauritius to a major India capital-markets story.