Aviation & Public Finance: St. Vincent and the Grenadines says it owes JetBlue more than EC$10 million after the previous administration allegedly failed to pay from 2024, with Tourism Minister Kishore Shallow telling Parliament the deal was poorly negotiated and no professional consultant was involved. Parliamentary Clash: Prime Minister Godwin Friday and Opposition Leader Ralph Gonsalves sparred over sweeping company law reforms, with Friday arguing for easing “draconian” burdens to spur private investment and Gonsalves calling it a giveaway for non-compliant firms. Cost of Living Relief: Government extended its 90-day economic relief package, keeping major fuel tax cuts and electricity-related support to cushion households and businesses from energy price pressure. Budget Watch: Finance Minister Friday reported the central government deficit narrowed to $57.78m for April–July 2026, helped by a $52.7m Chatham Bay land sale, even as current revenue fell 10.6%. Education & Schools: CXC CSEC/CAPE results were temporarily withheld due to discrepancies at two schools, while residents in Sandy Bay were consulted on the permanent home for the new secondary school after the La Soufrière relocation. Public Safety & Governance: Minister St. Clair Leacock outlined how a visit to the NYPD is shaping SVG’s crime-fighting approach, and the Water/Environment ministry pushed for stronger multi-hazard early warning systems. Sports & Youth: Two senior basketball players signed pro contracts in Spain, and SVG basketball and tennis development stories highlighted growing international opportunities for Vincentian athletes. Media & Community: Searchlight announced it will end print and pause digital editions on Sept. 25, as the country also marks tributes and remembrance for late MP Alpian Allen.