Climate & Water Security: The Caribbean is bracing for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027, with strengthening El Niño driving less rain and more hot-spell days. CIMH and UWI warn that reduced rainfall and higher evaporation could push drought conditions across the Windwards, Leewards and ABC islands, with impacts on water supplies, farming and public health. Regional Water Tech & Waste: Grenada is set to host the 35th Annual Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association (CWWA) Conference (12–16 Oct 2026), aiming to boost action on water security, climate resilience, wastewater and solid waste management. Public Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has started as PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, tasked with supporting more resilient, equitable health systems across the region including Martinique and other French Caribbean territories. Connectivity for Travelers: Kyivstar launched a travel eSIM “Travel SIM” for mobile internet roaming in 38 countries, including service availability in Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana. Heritage Under Review: An international team is assessing Grenada’s historic Drill Yard after a court injunction blocked demolition by the NIS Board, with a preservation-potential assessment due by 31 Aug 2026.