Marine Life Protection: Dominica’s newly formed Sperm Whale Reserve Board has started stakeholder talks with watersports operators, aiming to protect the globally significant sperm whale population while keeping marine-based livelihoods viable. Climate & Weather Watch: The Dominica Meteorological Office warns of Saharan dust bringing moderate to poor air quality, plus breezy conditions, scattered showers, and higher waves—along with flood and landslide caution in vulnerable areas. Sustainable Agriculture: FAO training in Portsmouth helped over 50 farmers and ag professionals boost vegetable yields using better irrigation, fertigation, and nutrient management, with demonstration plots planned across Dominica. Community Tourism: OECS is pushing community-based tourism as a growth engine, training officials in policy and action planning so local communities become primary beneficiaries—not just participants. Education for Resilience: Dominica’s teachers are being urged to lead with courage and innovate during DAT’s summer training institute, reinforcing inclusive, effective teaching ahead of the new school year. Sports Safeguarding: Dominica’s sporting associations completed child safeguarding training to strengthen protection for young athletes. Regional Policy Pressure: Across the region, EU moves are escalating scrutiny of Citizenship by Investment programmes, with Dominica’s PM defending CBI as climate-disaster financing while Antigua and Barbuda faces a phase-out request.