Cost-of-Living Relief: Montserrat’s Premier Reuben Meade says the government’s ability to provide support is limited, urging residents to “belt-tighten” and adapt as global geopolitics keep pushing up prices for essentials like food, vehicles, and building materials. Trade & Skills: The OECS Commission, with EU funding, is running specialised training to strengthen trade policy development and negotiating skills for services across OECS Protocol member states, with Montserrat’s final session planned for September 2026. Local Business & Regional Markets: Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) is expanding in St Kitts and Nevis, turning the island into a hub to distribute more Guyanese-made products to smaller Caribbean markets, including added bottling operations. Wealth Inequality Watch: A new global snapshot shows in 27 countries the richest 0.1% hold more wealth than the bottom 80% combined, with Russia and South Africa among the most concentrated. Health & Innovation: A CE-marked, non-invasive glucose monitoring device (GLUCUBE) has been unveiled in Spain, aiming to reduce the barrier of finger-pricking for type 2 diabetes management. Science & Agriculture: Researchers highlight pigs as a promising model for next-generation influenza vaccines and therapies, arguing pig-based results may translate better to humans. Culture: The Caribbean mourns the passing of calypso legend The Mighty Sparrow, described as a long-running voice of social and political life across the region.