Climate & Finance: Barbados-backed OPEC Fund launches the Vulnerability to Viability (V2V) Compact and a $1.5bn Digital Transformation Action Plan, aiming to unlock cheaper, longer-term funding for climate-vulnerable economies—starting with water, education and health. Education Reform: The Ministry confirms the 11-Plus (BSSEE/Common Entrance) ends after 2027, replaced from 2028 by a two-year continuous assessment model; meanwhile, this year’s results show a dip in English and maths application, with St Gabriel’s Primary taking top boy and girl honours. Schools & Equity Debate: The Barbados Union of Teachers challenges the Ministry to explain why private schools are outperforming public schools, arguing comparisons ignore resource gaps and disruptions. Health & Food Policy: Government is moving from treating NCDs to prevention, partnering with the food industry to reformulate healthier options. Community & Safety: Police say missing 12-year-old Kalicia Ariana Layne has been found safe. Sports Tributes: Tributes continue for basketball icon Dwight Rouse, remembered for decades of coaching and mentoring. Local Governance: Lawmakers back new safeguards for credit union depositors, aiming to end a two-tier protection system. Culture & Learning: A Caribbean blue economy knowledge hub goes live as an open-access resource for fisheries, aquaculture and marine planning. Immigration & Citizenship Watch: DLP calls for closer scrutiny of Barbados’ Citizenship and Immigration bills amid concerns about passport value and exploitation.