Parliament & Accountability: Speaker Patricia Deveaux told MPs to take “Politician-1” allegations to police, not Parliament, after Opposition Leader Michael Pintard pushed the government to respond—while the PLP is now arguing the party once tabled similar “untested” claims against Peter Turnquest. Finance Minister Under Fire: Prime Minister Philip Davis defended Michael Halkitis in the House, saying he did nothing “illegal, immoral or unethical” despite calls for his resignation tied to a claimed link to Jonathan Gardiner. Procurement Reform: Halkitis says the Ministry of Finance will assess procurement operations from 2021–2026 after criticism of no-bid awards. Local Governance & Environment: Government says enforcement on derelict vehicles and illegal dumping will intensify, including spot fines and moving scrap sites. Public Works & Institutions: Parks and Beaches Authority leadership promises a “21st century” overhaul amid scrutiny of past spending. Energy & Infrastructure: FOCOL signed a US$379.2M LNG financing package with U.S. EXIM support and Bahamian banks. Justice & Crime: A man accused of scamming a woman out of nearly $10K using a fake cabinet minister letter heads to a bail hearing. Tourism Leadership: Glenys Hanna-Martin becomes the Bahamas’ first female Minister of Tourism, with aviation experience flagged as key for airlift and connectivity. Sports & National Pride: Bahamas Basketball Federation releases a 24-player preliminary roster for FIBA World Cup Americas Qualifiers.