Chlordecone Compensation: France has formally recognized the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to compensation talks and a one-year report to Parliament on extending existing support to more victims; the law also prioritizes faster cleanup, stronger research, and better care. Nuclear Medicine Link: Martinique’s oncology centre that manufactures radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs for certain cancers, with health minister Dr Frank Anthony saying isotopes can be sent to local doctors for patient treatment. Carriacou Infrastructure Check: Minister Tevin Andrews toured major aviation, maritime, and road projects after Hurricane Beryl, including progress on Lauriston Airport expansion and night landing works, Windward Jetty redevelopment, and Bogles Road rehabilitation. Energy Storage in the French Islands: France’s energy regulator CRE selected five electricity storage projects in Corsica (pumped hydro and batteries), with costs noted as lower than earlier rounds in Guadeloupe and Martinique. Engineering Spotlight (Book Review): A new review highlights the autobiography of engineer Yusuf Olanrewaju Sagaya, tying his life story to decades in professional engineering.