Health & Food Security: Barbados’ Minister of Health and Wellness Senator Lisa Cummins says public uptake is strong for National Movement Day and the National School Nutrition Policy, aimed at tackling non-communicable diseases and helping businesses build healthier workplace choices. Financial Regulation: The House of Assembly approved the Financial Services Commission (Amendment and Validation) Bill, 2026, boosting the FSC’s power to supervise the non-bank sector and strengthen information-sharing under international MOUs. Climate Risk for Children: A UNICEF-backed study warns that in Barbados and across the Eastern Caribbean, more than one-third of children already live where they face at least three climate hazards, with that figure projected to exceed nine in 10 by mid-century. Water & Drought Preparedness: Barbados Meteorological Service urges continued water conservation as drought alerts remain elevated, recommending irrigation and rainwater harvesting during dry spells. Sargassum Management: Barbados is exploring pump harvesters to collect sargassum at sea before it reaches beaches, with River Bay and Skeetes Bay being assessed. Energy & Jobs: Six companies applied to pre-qualify for offshore exploration licences under Barbados’ 2026 Offshore Direct Negotiations process, with one applicant already reserving three blocks for exclusive talks. Business & Industry: Roberts Manufacturing returned to profit in the June quarter, citing higher sales volumes and lower operating expenses. Sports & Investment: India’s competition regulator cleared Lakshmi Mittal’s family and Adar Poonawalla’s purchase of Rajasthan Royals, Paarl Royals and Barbados Royals for about $1.65 billion. Public Services & Infrastructure: Barbados is also moving on building-permit digitisation and faster approvals (60 days targeted) and is considering emergency haul-out upgrades at Bridgetown Fisheries Complex, with fisherfolk asking for a clear construction timetable.