Climate & Disaster Watch: Catastrophic flash flooding along the China–Nepal border has killed more than 150 people, with hundreds missing, after a landslide blocked the Bhote Koshi River and triggered a surge downstream. Agrifood Resilience: Dominica is boosting farm resilience with a Tissue Culture Laboratory in Portsmouth that can produce over 500,000 high-quality plants yearly, while also storing seeds for faster recovery after hurricanes. Local Recognition in Food Systems: Dominican farmer Gilles Carbon-Jno Baptiste has been named an FAO “Women Hero in Agrifood Systems,” praised for decades of sustainable, mixed farming and rainwater harvesting. Biodiversity & Tourism Branding: Dominica plans a 23-foot brass Sisserou Parrot statue at the top of its cable car station, aiming to make it the world’s tallest and biggest parrot landmark. Regional Heat & Drought Preparedness: Caribbean partners are urging action as El Niño strengthens, with hotter, drier conditions expected through late 2026 into 2027. Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has taken up her PAHO/WHO role for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, bringing 25 years of public health experience. Energy Policy (Regional): Barbados’ $350m Harrow hybrid energy project is awaiting a tariff ruling expected by September 15, a key step before construction can begin.