Central Bank Alerts: Barbados’ Central Bank has moved to quash fresh misinformation about BimPay, saying it’s a domestic payments tool and not tied to PayPal or international remittances, and that it has not ordered banks to slow transfers. Fraud Watch: The bank also warned of scam e-mails pushing a fake “BOSS+” investment portal on unauthorised domains, urging the public to delete messages and verify only via centralbank.org.bb. Borrowing Trend: Barbados households and institutions borrowed more in the first half of 2026, with credit up about $263.6m and loan quality improving as non-performing loans fell. Work Permits Pressure: Opposition Senator Ryan Walters called for an overhaul of Barbados’ work permit regime, arguing employers are still seeking foreign staff for roles Barbadians could fill. Education Pay Disruption: The BSTU says teachers have faced months without pay due to payroll failures, pushing for enforceable timelines under the Protection of Wages Bill. Scholarship Boost: The Olga Worrell Memorial Scholarship Trust donated $100,000 to Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s nursing services to support critical care training. Crop Over Debate: Barbados Agricultural Society head James Paul says Crop Over is drifting from its harvest roots, urging a stronger link to agricultural achievement and food security. CPL & Cricket Culture: Republic Bank CPL will honour Sir Garfield Sobers with a minute’s applause at every host venue, while Jamaica Kingsmen also announced a Rich Rum partnership for home matches. Tourism & Digital Policy: CARICOM and Guyana officials discussed CARIFESTA 2027 planning and youth development, and a new study argues government digital upgrades must include citizens’ capability and trust.