Cost of Living & Debt: PM Godwin Friday says government is moving to stabilize SVG’s “tenuous” fiscal position after Moody’s downgrade, including debt swaps and a shift toward concessional funding, while also targeting high electricity bills and rolling out measures like a VAT-free shopping day (Aug 28), more public assistance, and exam-fee support. Energy Sector Debate: Former ministers Carlos James and Melissa Peters accuse the administration of mishandling Vinlec and geothermal, arguing cabinet bears responsibility for electricity policy and subsidies that never fully landed. Trade Modernisation: Government validated the VSWIFT Bill and Regulations to create a Vincy Single Window for Trade, aiming to streamline business-government processes under CARDTP. Public Safety: Police reminded the public not to obstruct officers during arrests and outlined complaint procedures; separate reports include an officer-involved shooting in Mesopotamia under investigation and a Frenches man charged after a gun/weed seizure. Regional Youth & Justice: A regional police summer programme in Bequia drew 105 participants; Grenada’s Youth Symposium (ECSC/JES) is set to continue in SVG. Sports & Tourism: CPL kicks off Aug 7 at Arnos Vale with drone shows and star players; SVG also earned TTW’s #22 beach destination ranking for 2026. Aviation: Delta will permanently end Atlanta–SVG nonstop service after Sept 5. Blue Economy: OECS and SVG concluded sea moss capacity training, with fisheries minister stressing quality and efficiency as the Fisheries Act is amended. Sports Talent: Sailing association highlights i420 progress at CAC Games; 10-year-old chess player Vedant Shetty wins silver at Pan-American Youth Chess.