Volcanology Watch: Mount Pelée has moved into higher alert after new monitoring data showed hundreds of volcanic earthquakes plus ground swelling near the summit, raising concern that pressure is building even if an immediate eruption isn’t expected. Connectivity & Security: The U.S. State Department announced a major submarine cable initiative for the Caribbean and Central America, pairing network funding with legal and technical help to steer governments toward “trusted” suppliers—while Cuba is left out. Public Health: Swimming advisories were issued for Nova Scotia’s Rainbow Haven and Lawrencetown beaches after routine tests found bacteria levels above acceptable limits. Local Tech Concerns: Residents near a proposed WGN transmitter data center site raised worries about continuous noise, wildlife impacts, and water use during a public comment session. Climate & Storm Tracking: Tropical Storm Cristobal formed briefly, while a separate system (Invest 92L) has high odds to develop into “Dolly” and could head toward the Lesser Antilles as El Niño faces its first real test.