Public Health Lab Readiness: CARPHA wrapped up its 11th CariPHLN workshop in Bridgetown, bringing 26 lab directors (including from The Bahamas) together to strengthen disease detection, surveillance, diagnostic coordination, specimen transport, and data-sharing across the region. Energy Resilience: At CARIF 2026 in Miami, Bahamas’ energy minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis highlighted solar, battery storage, LNG, hybrid microgrids and grid modernization—citing an Abaco build (13 MW solar, 30 MW LNG, 15 MWh storage) and a New Providence solar-plus-storage programme. National Investment Fund Scrutiny: Finance Minister Michael Halkitis defended $310.9m in National Investment Fund spending on public infrastructure, stressing public benefit plus accountability, while acknowledging governance and oversight questions. University Facilities Fixes: UB says remediation is underway at Oakes Field Campus after union complaints about heat, leaks, mould, and rodents, with possible temporary hybrid/remote class moves. Corrections Tech for Parole: Corrections is considering less-visible electronic “watch” monitoring for parolees, with claims it could detect drugs via skin and reduce workplace stigma. Nuclear Tech Cooperation: Bahamas’ Ron Pinder presented a 2026–2031 country framework to the IAEA, targeting nuclear/radiation safety, food/agriculture, health, water/environment, and energy/industry. Digital Services Access: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries, adding Apple Arcade and Apple TV (Bahamas included) for subscribers.