Energy Reliability: DOMLEC reported Dominica’s second islandwide power interruption of the day after a total loss of power at a generating plant; service was restored by 7:25 AM, with customers urged to monitor official updates. Weather & Livelihoods: The Agriculture Ministry warned farmers and fishers to secure tools, crops, seedlings and vessels ahead of a weather system bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall, with special focus on flood-prone areas and avoiding going to sea. Agribusiness Support: The Mini Seasoning Pepper Programme is showing early results, with Giraudel farmer Clint Pemberton harvesting over 250 pounds of seasoning pepper after receiving seedlings and fertilizer—aimed at boosting local supply and food security. Co-op Finance: NCCU rolled out stronger loan management, including upgraded collections technology, member support initiatives, and a plan to publish names of borrowers in default only after contact and failed repayment solutions. Governance & Justice: The CCJ leadership crisis and leaked internal correspondence continued to ripple across the region, with Dominica’s role as a CCJ member country keeping the dispute in the spotlight. Tourism & Regulation: Dominica’s sperm whale reserve rules are being clarified as whale tourism shifts from older research-permit arrangements to a dedicated reserve framework with permits, vessel rules and swim encounter limits. Public Safety: Police Chief Lincoln Corbette said Dominica does not need an Amber Alert system, citing existing missing-person notification mechanisms suited to the island’s size.