Workplace Safety: Minister Pia Glover-Rolle urged stronger workplace safety standards after fatal construction accidents, saying the government is reviewing and updating occupational safety and health regulations first approved in 2013. Public Health Preparedness: CARPHA’s lab network workshop in Barbados focused on faster detection and response to health threats, bringing together laboratory directors and public health partners across the region. Health & Environment Warning: The Ministry of Health warned Saharan dust could worsen asthma and other chronic conditions, with itchy eyes, runny nose, sore throat and coughing among expected symptoms. University Health & Safety: University of The Bahamas says remediation is underway at Oakes Field Campus to address health and safety concerns, while the teachers’ union continues to cite leaks, mould and rodent problems. Corrections Modernization: Work is progressing on a new high- to medium-security prison and judicial complex, with new cells arriving and plans for courts, remand upgrades and medical facilities. Shark Incident: A 37-year-old tourist was seriously injured in a shark attack off North Bimini during a dolphin excursion and was airlifted to New Providence for further care. National Investment Fund: Finance Minister Michael Halkitis defended NIF spending and stressed that public benefit must go hand-in-hand with oversight and accountability.