Digital Payments Push: Former Central Bank Governor Dr Delisle Worrell says bank-directed payments should be preferred over cash, citing lower loss and fraud risk and better transaction security. Local Business & Agriculture: Farmers and vendors welcomed PM Mia Mottley’s call for Massy Supermarkets to formalise contract buy-in, with government pledging $2m per quarter to support the shift toward agro-processing and more reliable markets. Manufacturing & Trade: The Barbados Private Sector Association backed stronger support for local manufacturers, warning that imported construction materials are eroding domestic capacity and calling for a formal local content policy. Court & Governance: The CCJ’s internal email leak fallout continues to raise questions about integrity and legitimacy across the region, with commentary urging calm but firm protection of the court. Homelessness Pressure: Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness president Kemar Saffrey says evictions—sometimes at night and involving families with children—are driving more people onto the streets. Energy & Jobs Risk: Solar Dynamics Limited’s charged assets are being put up for sale after a receiver was appointed, leaving the long-running solar water heating firm’s future uncertain. Road Disruption: Bournes Village main road in St George is impassable after a collision, with diversions and utility repairs expected to reopen around 4 p.m. Sports & Brand Momentum: Kingsmen chased a record CPL chase to secure their first win, while Barbados’ digital and tourism buzz continues with new travel and promotion items.