Airport Update: Dominica’s planned international airport is moving from plans to partnerships, with major airlines showing interest as construction advances—American Airlines is set to boost Douglas-Charles capacity from December, and United plans to resume seasonal New York service in October, while talks continue with JetBlue, Delta, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. Regional Media Loss: Dominica mourns veteran broadcaster and communications professional Marcella André, remembered across the Caribbean for her commanding voice, professionalism and mentorship. Local Politics & Privacy Row: Businessman Gregor Nassief says he’s seeking legal advice after CCTV allegedly showed PM Roosevelt Skerrit’s security at an invitation-only civic meeting, raising fresh questions about monitoring and intimidation. Music Spotlight: The Caribbean Music Awards announces its first wave of performers for the Sept. 19 Trinidad & Tobago debut, with acts including V’ghn, Freetown Collective, Jah Mason and more, and Billboard as official global media partner. Fashion With a Cause: Oxfam Earlsfield’s Revival fashion show goes community-only with goth, punk and emo looks made from donations—no professional models, just locals. Education & Youth: CXC tightens School-Based Assessment rules as AI use grows, adding originality checks and declarations for the June 2026 cycle.