Gut–Liver Link: A*STAR researchers report that gut microbes can flip “switches” in liver DNA, influencing metabolism and immune response—pointing to new ways to understand and potentially treat liver disease. Local Health Tech & Costs: MSIG Singapore says insurers need to move beyond AI pilots and embed AI across claims, underwriting and operations as medical inflation and complex risks squeeze profitability. Regional Dengue Push: Six dengue groups signed an MoU in Singapore to coordinate prevention and control efforts across Asia, including shared campaigns and resources. Food & Wellness Products: TruNativ, a clean-label nutrition brand, raised US$30m to expand distribution in D2C, quick commerce, retail and pharmacy, with Singapore launches planned by year-end. Singapore Parenting Convenience: Momcozy’s KleanPal Pro bottle washer/steriliser/dryer received a 2026 Global Recognition Award for streamlining baby feeding hygiene. Expats & Wellbeing: A report ranks Singapore among the world’s most welcoming cities for expats, alongside Zurich and Tokyo—based on safety, friendliness and community factors. Policy & Trade: Singapore and Bhutan deepened agri-food ties with a ministerial meeting and the first Mini Bhutan Market in Singapore.