Electoral Update: Dominica’s Electoral Office says voter confirmations and new registrations are climbing fast, with 17,332 confirmations and 1,174 new registrations approved in the June 23 update—part of a push to modernize and verify the national electors list. Roseau North Politics: The Dominica Labour Party will launch its Roseau North campaign this Sunday at Lindo Park, with Ashma McDougall set to run after Miriam Blanchard’s resignation on health grounds. Regional Diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM renewed their strategic partnership in Panama, focusing on security, climate resilience and economic growth, with a results-focused action plan and measurable targets. Venezuela Earthquakes: Dominica’s PM Skerrit and CARICOM extended condolences and support as Venezuela’s death toll rises amid rescue efforts after twin quakes. OECS/International Education: Saint Lucia’s Camille Andrew made history as the first OECS woman to earn an MD in Morocco with highest honors—highlighting the OECS-Morocco scholarship partnership. Digital Resilience: UWI-linked participants secured places in the inaugural Resilient Global Digital Infrastructure fellowship, aimed at strengthening governance and resilience of digital systems. Caribbean Banking Commentary: A new banking series piece looks at who controls Caribbean banks as Scotiabank moves to take Scotia Group Jamaica private. Earthquake Alert: A 4.2 quake was felt across several islands including Dominica, with no immediate damage reported.