Anti-Gang Push: Barbados’ Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams backed the new Criminal Gangs (Prevention and Control) Bill, saying gangs are real here and warning anyone who joins, assists, harbours or even associates could face 10–25 years in prison, with social media gang signs flagged as potential grounds for charges. Parenting as Prevention: Prime Minister Mia Mottley urged community-based parenting clubs and a national support hotline, arguing families and neighbours must step in early to stop young people being pulled into gang culture. Banking Deal: Butterfield has agreed to acquire CIBC Caribbean’s controlling stake in a landmark US$1.8b deal, aiming to keep operations running while building a larger regional banking and wealth platform. Court Update: Two Christ Church men were charged over a fatal Oistins Bay Garden shooting, with the case set for High Court after their remand. Education & Youth: AUB med students finally began clinical rotations at QEH after a 13-year wait, while Brianna Skeete received support from the Global Education Scholastic Trust. Culture & Travel: Barbados welcomed Air Peace’s Lagos route as a boost for Africa–Caribbean connectivity, and summer travel picks highlight destinations outside the hurricane belt.