Reparatory Justice in Focus: Barbados PM Mia Amor Mottley backs a united Africa-Caribbean front as Ghana hosts the “Next Steps” conference in Accra, where leaders push for action after the UN resolution on the transatlantic slave trade—complete with calls for apologies, a Global Reparations Fund, debt relief, and the return of cultural property and ancestral remains. Local Culture Loss: Barbados mourns Sir Charles Emile Straker, co-founder and lead voice of The Merrymen, remembered for decades of music that carried “Beautiful Barbados” and the island’s story worldwide. Tourism & Entertainment: Early bird tickets are now set for the Live & Louder Mega Concert on Sept 19 at the National Botanical Gardens, with Chris Martin, Estelle and Mr Vegas confirmed as first headline acts for CPL Finals Week. Education & Community: The Barbados Union of Teachers warns that proposed primary assessment changes could strain already cash-tight schools, while 13 primary schools are closing early for refurbishment to boost climate resilience and safety. Immigration & Mobility: Nearly 1,700 people entered Barbados under CARICOM free movement in the latest reported period, as Government moves to “beef up” advance passenger information systems. Sports & Women in Sport: FIVB Coaches Courses are reaching more women coaches across multiple countries, including Barbados. Lifestyle Reads: Kemps books of the month for June spotlights “Smallie” by Eden McKenzie-Goddard. Health & Wellness: Government continues its push for a National Wellness Policy to tackle non-communicable diseases. Food & Travel Buzz: Grenada’s tourism drive is drawing early positive interest from Barbadians, with more pop-up events planned.