Volcano Watch (Martinique): Mount Pelée’s activity is rising again, with hundreds of volcanic earthquakes and ground swelling near the summit. Authorities keep a yellow alert, saying an immediate eruption isn’t expected, but pressure could build over the medium term—an especially sensitive issue given the 1902 disaster. Digital Infrastructure (Caribbean): The U.S. State Department unveiled a submarine cable push for the Caribbean and Central America, urging governments to use “trusted” providers and offering legal and technical help. Cuba is left out, and the plan also ties into broader connectivity efforts like 5G and satellite links. Climate & Storms (Caribbean): Tropical Storm Cristobal formed briefly, but the bigger near-term focus is Invest 92L, with high odds of becoming Dolly and tracking toward the Lesser Antilles as El Niño’s suppression faces its toughest test. Environment (Plastics): Foreign plastic waste is piling up along Jamaica’s eastern coast, carried by currents and trade winds from multiple Caribbean and nearby sources, adding to regional marine litter pressures. Local Resilience (Petite Martinique): A new sustainable land and soil management project is underway in Petite Martinique, funded by the Global Environment Facility and run with UNEP support, targeting drought and land degradation through restoration and farmer-led plots. Community Concerns (Data Centers): Residents near a proposed WGN data center site raised worries about low-frequency noise, wildlife impacts, and water use, asking for studies on local effects.