Coral Disease Response: Bahamian and regional scientists met in Miami to push a more coordinated fight against stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD), warning it’s still threatening reef ecosystems tied to fisheries, tourism, and coastal protection. Marine Protection Funding: The Bahamas Project for Marine Conservation (BPMC) hosted monitoring and evaluation training linked to the country’s $300m debt-for-nature conversion, aimed at staffing and capacity needs for marine protected areas. Queen Conch Recovery: FAU’s Queen Conch Mobile Lab is now fully operational in Eleuthera after first egg masses and the first hatch, with hundreds of juvenile conchs produced for conservation and restoration. Environment Enforcement: The Ministry of the Environment says it’s stepping up action against illegal coal mining in Southern New Providence, including planning a Detection and Enforcement Unit and exploring a long-term solution to end the illegal market. Wildlife & Invasives: Researchers report a Bahamas-native lizard is expanding across Central Florida, raising concerns for local ecosystems. Shark Safety: A 12-year-old boy is recovering after a shark attack in the Bahamas, with his brother credited for pulling him to safety. Health System Update: NHIA says its provider network remains stable despite payment delays concerns, stressing patient access is uninterrupted. Workforce Pathways: Junior Achievement Bahamas launched a paid summer internship programme to bridge academic achievement and job readiness across multiple islands. Maritime Skills: BMCC graduated 166 maritime cadets across six islands, boosting interest in maritime careers. Water Planning: WSC held a second Integrated Water Resources Management workshop to coordinate water and land resource planning. Tech for Disaster Response: Starlink is offering free service in Venezuela during earthquake recovery, though new users still need a receiver kit. Community Volunteering: Citi marked Global Community Day in The Bahamas by partnering with Hands for Hunger to restock and support food rescue and distribution.