Volcano Watch: Mount Pelée’s activity is climbing again, with hundreds of volcanic earthquakes and measurable ground swelling near the summit; scientists say the short-term chance of eruption is still low, but the yellow alert reflects real concern given the 1902 disaster that killed nearly 30,000. Connectivity & Security: The U.S. State Department unveiled a submarine cable push for the Caribbean and Central America, urging governments to use “trusted” providers—while Cuba is left out of the plan. Climate & Storm Tracking: Tropical Storm Cristobal formed briefly, and attention shifts to Invest 92L, which has high odds of developing as it heads toward the Lesser Antilles, right as El Niño’s suppression faces a key test. Sustainable Land: A Petite Martinique project backed by the Global Environment Facility and UNEP aims to restore degraded land, improve water security, and build drought-resilient farming, including nurseries and landscape restoration. Energy Governance: In regional geothermal debate, St. Vincent ministers accuse the government of misunderstanding utility ownership and lacking technical grasp in managing geothermal policy. Marine Pollution: Foreign plastic waste is piling up along Jamaica’s coast, highlighting how ocean currents can move debris across borders—an issue that also hits Martinique’s wider region. Local Tech Concerns: Residents near a proposed WGN transmitter data center site raised worries about noise, wildlife impacts, and water use.