National Tribute: PM Mia Amor Mottley mourns the passing of BLP stalwart Clyde “Cannon” Holder, praising his long service to party, community and country. Public Safety: Police are asking the public to help locate escaped detainee Tyrese Leroy Farrell (“Twin”), who fled Hastings/Worthing Police Station on Friday night. Homelessness & Housing: Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness president Kemar Saffrey says evictions—sometimes carried out at night—are pushing families, including women and children, onto the streets. Local Food Systems: Farmers and vendors welcome PM Mottley’s push for Massy Supermarkets to formalise contract buy-in, backed by $2m per quarter to support agro-processing growth. Crime Policy Debate: Opposition parties back action against gun violence but warn the Domestic Terrorism Bill shouldn’t replace prevention, youth intervention and social services. Education Reform: Education Minister Chad Blackman declares 2026-27 the “Year of Purpose,” while the Ministry postpones continuous assessment for secondary placement after parent concerns. Reading & Boys’ Literacy: Dr Idamay Denny urges parents and teachers to meet boys’ interests—like comics—to build reading comprehension. Culture & Travel: Rihanna shares rare family photos in Barbados, visiting “Rihanna Drive,” while travel coverage highlights Barbados among top solo destinations and growing luxury fall travel demand. Business Update: Kooyman Megastore in Kendal Hill closes temporarily for industrial cleaning and remediation, with deliveries set to resume after work is completed.