National Mourning for Sir Garfield Sobers: Barbados has declared a day of mourning after the death of cricket legend Sir Garfield “Garry” Sobers at 89, with flags at half-staff and plans for a state funeral; tributes poured in from across the region, including Cricket West Indies, CARICOM, and Rihanna, celebrating his “five-in-one” brilliance and the pride he brought to the Caribbean. Human Rights Under Emergency Powers: Human rights advocates are raising alarms over Preventive Detention Order (PDO) detentions during the State of Emergency, warning of serious consequences if detainees’ health deteriorates in custody, spotlighting businessman Dominic Hadeed’s medical concerns. Local Safety & Crime: Police identified 36-year-old Edgrick Livingston Yearwood as the man who died in a police-involved shooting after an alleged attempt to disarm an officer; investigations continue and the public is urged to contact Crime Stoppers. Consumer Protection Gets Digital: The Fair Trading Commission says it will launch an online case management system so people can lodge complaints electronically and track progress. Money Worries, Help Available: A new “WeBiz Bajan” financial literacy push targets rising personal insolvencies, tackling the shame that keeps people from seeking early support. Barbados Economy Spotlight: The cooperative movement is being hailed as a “hidden gem,” with claims it contributes over $1 billion annually to the island’s economy. Travel & Lifestyle: Barbados is being promoted as an easy, four-day escape from New York, with nonstop flights and a new adults-only all-inclusive resort opening on the Platinum Coast.