Caricom-CCJ Clash: The CCJ says it has not yet received a formal Caricom request for an advisory opinion on the reappointment of Dr Carla Barnett, after Trinidad and Tobago objected to the process—while Caricom leaders agreed the status quo stays in place “unless and until” the ruling is considered. Crime Watch: Police reported a 10% drop in major crime in the first half of 2026, with robberies down 53%, firearm/ammunition offences down 53%, and drug-related offences down 13%, crediting intelligence-led policing and “all hands on deck.” Nevis Destiny Project: Federal and Nevis leaders met again to tackle four constitutional and regulatory issues blocking approval of the Destiny Project; no final sign-off yet, but talks are moving the review forward. National Assembly Set: Parliament will sit July 30 at 10:00 a.m. in Basseterre, with bills posted online and the session broadcast live. Public Safety & Environment: Solid Waste Management says it has removed 209 derelict vehicles so far this year as part of an ongoing clean-up push, urging private operators to get involved. Health on Nevis: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley announced a US$1.3m dialysis centre for Alexandra Hospital, funded by Destiny SSZ developer Olivier Janssens. Sports & Youth: SKNDF reserves completed an annual swimming assessment; Commonwealth debutant Jonathan Essien set a personal best, and St. Peter’s Football League returns with community teams.