Space & STEM Education: University of The Bahamas is launching an Environmental and Aerospace Satellite Engineering programme, aiming to train students to use satellite remote sensing to monitor coastlines and marine ecosystems—plus build toward a first Bahamian satellite. Coral & Marine Science: The Bahamas Protected Areas Fund is warning that Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease has already impacted about 80% of vulnerable stony coral species, calling for stronger monitoring, research, and coordinated response. Public Health: Doctors Hospital says it has completed nearly 70 cardiac catheterisations since restarting the procedure in February, helping detect blocked arteries earlier to reduce heart-attack and heart-failure risk. Workforce & Skills: Grand Bahama Shipyard reopened applications for its 2027 apprenticeship programme, combining paid on-the-job training with certified classroom instruction in trades like marine welding and pipefitting. Digital Learning: Upskill Bahamas Programme graduates received iPads after completing free online courses and professional certifications. Infrastructure & Environment: An IDB-backed plan flags urgent needs of up to $300m to upgrade failing sewerage and wastewater systems, citing low connection rates and groundwater contamination risks. Policy & Governance Tech: ORG released a 2026 strategy for rebuilding public trust in governance, focusing on practical, long-term actions. Climate-Linked Biodiversity: A US endangered listing adds three rare South Florida reptiles under the Endangered Species Act, with sea level rise cited as a key threat. Regional Tech & Aviation: St. Vincent and InterCaribbean unveiled a branded aircraft to boost regional connectivity.