Telecom & Digital Policy: Prime Minister Philip Davis urged small island states to unite against a “sovereignty discount” in global technology and data deals, calling for a shared negotiating position on data, control, resilience, satellite and spectrum policy as The Bahamas hosts the World Telecommunication/ICT Policy Forum at Atlantis. Central Bank Watch: The Central Bank reported Bahamian dollar credit narrowed to $69.5m in July, down sharply from $165.1m a year earlier, while private sector credit growth also slowed. Cruise & Tourism Investment: Norwegian Cruise Line’s $350m Great Stirrup Cay expansion is now adding Great Tides Waterpark, opening Sept. 4 with a 170-foot Tidal Tower, 19 slides and an 800-foot Wandering River; access is extra and analysts peg day passes around $75–$150. Public Services & Infrastructure: Long Island’s Millers water mains project is nearing completion, with over 120 homes and businesses set to receive potable water for the first time. Community & Animal Welfare: The Ministry of Agriculture launched “Mission Pawsible” to curb roaming and improve compliance and public safety around dog ownership. Governance & Oversight: Investigators are probing alleged salary overpayments to more than 100 teachers, with some former staff facing theft charges. Climate Pressure: A UN report warning global temperatures may exceed 1.5°C soon was flagged by AOSIS as a wake-up call for urgent action. Local Crime Concern: A downtown Nassau shooting near Parliament has sparked renewed debate about crime and public safety.