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Health & Safety: Minister Adrian Forde says a new Barbados Medical Products Bill will help curb young people’s dangerous “lean” mixes of over-the-counter meds and illicit drugs, with inspectors targeting non-pharmacy sellers. Education & Community: Thirty-five Barbados schools are set for major summer structural upgrades, with 13 closing early so contractors can start work sooner. Digital Payments: NISSS is moving into BiMPay’s second phase, aiming to let pensioners and contributors access funds more quickly, including via a web-based sign-up process. Regional Mobility: Stakeholders met on using e-ID cards for travel between Barbados and Guyana from 1 July 2026, covering airline check-in and passenger verification steps. Women’s Health & Awards: Guyanese pharma developer Dr Niven Narain plans mobile women’s health units in Georgetown and Miami after winning the Anthony N. Sabga Award. Culture & Lifestyle: Barbados-linked spotlight moments include a Love Island newcomer with famous parents, plus a summer of music and local food pop-ups tied to Caribbean flavour. Environment & Public Services: Barbados’ vector control fogging schedule runs June 15–19 across multiple parishes. Tech & Regional Growth: Sixteen ventures were selected for the Caribbean STEM Startup Challenge, with Barbados hosting the pitch event in late June.

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