Public Health Lab Boost: CARPHA has launched a new regional reference referral laboratory in Jamaica to strengthen antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance, speed up identification of resistant organisms, and cut reliance on overseas testing. Disease Control in Tobago: Health Minister Dr Lackram Bodoe called for tighter coordination between the Ministry of Health and the Tobago House of Assembly to close communicable-disease management gaps, urging “clusters” over “silos.” Wellness & Safety Training: La Trinidad’s DRRMO wrapped a bootcamp for 60 high school students, teaching first aid, CPR, firefighting basics, Go Bag prep, mental health, and cyberbullying awareness. Food Security Innovation: Caribbean researchers are testing black soldier fly larvae to turn food and farm waste into protein-rich animal feed, aiming to reduce costly imports. Noise & Independence Celebrations: CANPTT is urging controlled, time-limited fireworks for Independence to protect residents, vulnerable people, and animals. Community Jobs Hope: The former ArcelorMittal steel plant in California, Trinidad is being refurbished after a US$750m investment, with hopes of up to 1,000 permanent jobs. AMR & Antibiotics Focus: The lab launch also supports national action plans by improving clinical decision-making and antimicrobial stewardship.