Racing & culture at Champs de Mars: A Mauritius-based writer reflects on a day at the track in Port Louis, tracing how British and French roots shaped the island’s turf culture and even the “free entry for ladies” tradition. Luxury real estate in the region: Kerzner International has opened sales for One&Only Private Homes in Fiji, a 127-acre, ultra-luxury project in the Yasawa Islands due to open in 2029, with 22 residences designed for indoor-outdoor living. Fashion sourcing spotlight: Source Fashion returns to Excel London (7–9 July) with a sold-out floor plan, 305 exhibitors from 19 countries, and a new Mauritius pavilion plus expanded UK manufacturing representation. Mauritius in the spotlight via travel tech: Emirates says its next-generation airport lounge concept will roll out to Mauritius in August, following launches in Munich and Frankfurt. Local sustainability win: Constance Sakoa Boutik in Mauritius received its inaugural Green Globe certification, highlighting local procurement and community support. Global media shake-up with local reach: Canal+ has dropped TF1 Group channels in France and Africa, though Mauritius Telecom continues to carry the channels. Sports with a Mauritius link: Dahane Beida of Mauritius is named fourth official for Spain vs Austria at the World Cup Round of 32.