Papal Apology & Slavery Reckoning: Pope Leo XIV’s May encyclical Magnifica Humanitas links the Vatican’s historical approval of the Transatlantic Slave Trade to modern exploitation, calling for overdue redress. BDF Leadership Change (Barbados): President Jeffrey Bostic drops the Lieutenant Colonel title as he marks his Commander-in-Chief Parade, signaling a shift in how the Barbados Defence Force presents leadership. Governance & Corruption Watch: Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index again places Haiti at the bottom in the Caribbean, while several others rank higher—fueling fresh debate on accountability. Dominica Climate Resilience Push: Dominica officially launches the US$25m DOMCREP project to boost water security, early warning, disaster management, and support farmers in eight vulnerable communities. Tourism Strategy: Dominica rolls out its 2026 Tourism Awareness Program under “Wellness Tourism,” reporting rising arrivals and aiming to deepen community-led, sustainable visitor experiences. US Immigration Court Ruling: A Rhode Island federal judge strikes down Trump-era USCIS pauses affecting asylum and other immigration benefits for people from 39 countries, including Dominica—raising hopes for faster processing. CHTA Visa Denial: Newly elected CHTA president Gregor Nassief says he was denied a US visa renewal, warning of possible impacts on regional airlift and tourism diplomacy. Local Agriculture Hit: A bushfire in Salisbury’s Grand Savanne destroys crops and water infrastructure across about 2.5 acres, prompting ministry assessments and farmer support planning.