Healthcare & Housing Investment: PM Drew says the Cardin Home is getting its biggest financial overhaul in nearly a century, with refurbishment led by prison-skilled workers to modernise care ahead of its 100th anniversary. Tax Administration Recognition: CARICOM tax officials honoured St. Kitts and Nevis’ retired Comptroller Edward Gift at COTA’s 2026 awards in Georgetown, spotlighting long-term revenue administration leadership. Renewables & Energy Security: Nevis geothermal work moves closer to drilling after a CDB/IDB/NIA/NEVLEC readiness review covering site logistics, port access, and mobilisation for the rig. Affordable Housing Delivery: The National Housing Corporation reports active construction across Buckley’s Settlement, Taylor’s Community and Sandy Point, with homes nearing final stages as the Renaissance Project expands. Cost of Living Relief: Cabinet extends fuel and import relief through Sept. 30, keeping 50% reductions on eligible gasoline excise and customs charges to cushion households and businesses. Medicinal Cannabis Compliance Build-Out: The Medicinal Cannabis Authority implements a seed-to-sale track-and-trace system to strengthen oversight and prepare the industry for future commercial operations. CBI Under EU Pressure: The EU sets a June 1, 2028 deadline for five Caribbean CBI programmes (including St. Kitts and Nevis) to phase out or risk losing Schengen visa-free access. CPL Business & Community: Republic Bank CPL confirms broadcast partners and rolls out free fan health screenings across host venues, tying tournament reach to early detection of non-communicable diseases.