Poverty and Power in Kenya: A new piece argues Kenya’s political elite treats itself like a “class” while missing the basics of what people actually need—suggesting promises tied to cheaper maize meal and a few essentials won’t hold if leaders ignore the wider ladder of needs from safety to self-fulfillment. Volcano Heat in the Eastern Caribbean: Dominica is spotlighted as the chain’s “Nature Island,” shaped by ongoing volcanic forces—hot springs, fertile volcanic soils, and a cluster of potentially active volcanoes. Martinique’s Mount Pelée, Then and Now: A look back at the 1902 eruption that destroyed Saint-Pierre in minutes is paired with reminders that modern signs of unrest and past underestimation still matter for today’s risk thinking. Caribbean Culture on the Move: Grenada’s Pavilion at the Venice Biennale is framed as a growing platform for wider Caribbean collaboration, not just a single-island showcase. Elsewhere in the region: A separate report notes Guatemala’s military reform push as it seeks renewed trust after a U.S. embargo lift.