Procurement Row: Grenada’s Democratic People’s Movement says major road projects using a “design, build and finance” model “completely ignored” the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, arguing competitive bidding was sidelined and key cost/financing details weren’t made public. Youth & AI Diplomacy: Grenada’s Tariq Miller and Kerri Ann Marrast represented the island at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, debating “Democracy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” with plans for a National Youth Parliament election in December. Regional Education Push: Dominica is set to launch the four-year WISTLE education reform project (Aug. 21), backed by a US$2.4m grant, to modernise lower-secondary curricula across OECS states with technology and TVET links. Trade in Services Policy: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC wrapped up work to strengthen evidence-based policymaking for trade in services, using TiSSTAT to help member states build export strategies. Public Safety: A toddler died in an apparent drowning near an irrigation canal in Telescope, St Andrew, prompting renewed water-safety concerns. Sports Leadership: Stern John was named head coach of Grenada’s Senior Men’s team, taking charge for a Sept. 25 Concacaf Nations League match vs Cuba. Health & Learning: PURC completed its 2026 Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique with lessons on renewable energy and conservation. Local Deadline: Inland Revenue reminds property owners the 2026 property tax deadline is 31 August.