Energy & Public Anger: Another weekend of blackouts hit New Providence after a lightning strike at BPL’s Blue Hills power station, leaving residents without power for hours and sparking social media outrage and calls for accountability. Business Pressure: The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation warned that frequent outages threaten operations and investment, urging long-term, reliable energy solutions instead of temporary fixes. NHIA Money Worry: NHIA deputy chairman Dr. Robin Roberts says the NHI won’t default on provider payments, framing the issue as timing pressures rather than collapse, as public debate grows over arrears. Health Infrastructure: Minister Darville and IDB officials toured an $8.4m Cat Island health clinic project, part of a wider $40m modernization loan. Cyber Talent: Five Bahamian students were selected for the fully funded Cyber Wizard 2026 camp in Estonia. Diplomacy: Bahamas High Commissioner Symonette presented credentials to India’s President Murmu, highlighting cooperation in health, renewable energy, and disaster resilience. Cruise Economy: Holland America unveiled its 2027–28 Caribbean season with more longer itineraries and expanded calls at RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay.