Volcán de Fuego Safety Alert: Tourists and hikers near Guatemala’s Volcán de Fuego (west of Antigua) scrambled for cover as the volcano erupted, pelting people with burning rocks and sending thick smoke plumes skyward; videos show runners dodging falling debris and even a hiker pouring water on glowing fragments, while one tourist said a hot rock melted part of her coat. Tourism Risk & Preparedness: The eruption is a reminder that Fuego’s activity can be sudden even on popular ridge hikes that draw huge visitor numbers each year. Human Rights for Travelers’ Communities: A new report says environmental and Indigenous rights defenders remain among the world’s most targeted human rights advocates, with dozens killed in 2025—including cases documented in Guatemala—alongside thousands of non-lethal attacks. Guatemala Labor & Travel Economy: In a win that matters for visitors who spend on Guatemala-made goods, more than 750 garment workers tied to Target in Guatemala received nearly $6 million in owed wages and severance after a factory shutdown. Health Watch for Cross-Border Trips: With major international travel underway, health officials warned about measles exposure risks for travelers passing through major airports like LAX.