Aviation & Tourism: LIAT says it will try to keep fares steady despite a fuel-cost spike, as it continues expanding routes; the airline’s inaugural direct flight from Guadeloupe (Pointe-à-Pitre) to Montego Bay (Jamaica) landed with 33 passengers and is set to run twice weekly, with plans to grow to daily service as demand rises. Public Health: Scientists report early warning signs that schistosomiasis (blood fluke) may be developing reduced response to praziquantel, based on large-scale genome work across African and Caribbean infections—pushing for ongoing surveillance. Environment & Regional Economy: OECS delegates, after a mission to Martinique and Guadeloupe, are rolling out more coordinated sargassum management and “valorisation” ideas to turn the seaweed challenge into economic opportunities. Climate Watch: CariCOF warns El Niño plus warmer Caribbean seas could mean stronger heat, slower drought recovery in parts of the Lesser Antilles, and ongoing flood risk from heavy rain. Local Education: In Marigot, parents of Siméon Trott nursery school pupils in Guadeloupe are alarmed by an alleged plan to abolish bilingual classes, asking the Guadeloupe Academy for clear reasons and safeguards. Health & Water Security: France’s drought monitoring expands to 98 departments; Guadeloupe and Martinique are on alert levels, with possible water-use restrictions.