Pacific Culture & Conservation: Rapa Nui hosted Te Piri mā’ohi o Te Moana Nui a Hiva, bringing Pacific leaders and voyaging groups together to share wayfinding knowledge and push marine protection, with participation that included Barbados. Local Wellness: CG Zest Wellness (Coralisle Group) officially launched its corporate wellness programme in Barbados, using screenings, fitness events, farmers’ market tours and a coaching app to help members set and track health goals. Anti-Gang Push: Attorney General Wilfred Abrahams backed the Criminal Gangs (Prevention and Control) Bill, warning gang membership and even gang-related social media posts could bring 10–25 years in jail; PM Mia Mottley also urged community parenting clubs and a national support hotline. Regional Banking Deal: Butterfield agreed to acquire CIBC Caribbean’s controlling stake in a US$1.8b transaction, with no immediate operational changes promised and a regional banking group expected to form. Education & Health: AUB med students began 13-year-delayed clinical rotations at QEH, marking the start with patient fruit-bag outreach. Aviation & Travel: Barbados welcomed Air Peace’s Lagos–Barbados direct flights, aiming to build demand and strengthen Africa–Caribbean connectivity. Community & Youth Support: K’s Heart for Kids expanded school visits across islands and announced a summer youth conference and back-to-school giveaway series. Arts & Culture Spotlight: A Barbados writer’s “Brother Ako” TV show plug highlighted tourism’s role in the island’s economy. Crime Update: Two Christ Church men were charged over a fatal Oistins Bay Garden shooting, with court dates set for later this month.