Energy & Trade: PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar says new Venezuela hydrocarbon licences will boost T&T’s gas security, with BP, XRG and UCC backing Loran Phase 2 and Plataforma Deltana—aimed at feeding existing T&T processing infrastructure. Oil & Gas Outlook: Energy Minister Dr Roodal Moonilal expects economic benefits from expanded gas by 2027 and renewed oil recovery efforts. Digital Economy: Government confirms a data centre for Golconda in the Debe Special Economic Zone, pitched as a jobs and industrial revival spark for south Trinidad. Education Support: Acting Education Minister Barry Padarath says $20M in book grant payments could start next week ahead of the Sept 7 school reopening. Tobago Security: Stakeholders welcome plans for a joint Coast Guard-police unit base in Tobago, but warn maintenance and consistency are the real test. Sports Funding: SSFL travel issues for Tobago teams appear resolved after Sport Ministry intervention, with plans to revisit the 17-school Premier Division format. Local Business/Community: Debe children received school supplies as part of a wider return-to-school support programme. Governance & Courts: CCJ president Winston Anderson rejects claims of improper leadership after leaked internal correspondence; meanwhile a businessman’s challenge to a PDO detention was dismissed by the High Court. Environment & Tourism: Store Bay stakeholders urge stronger protection for a leatherback turtle nest ahead of today’s Great Race. Regional Spotlight: Trinidad and Tobago explores a football development partnership with Mexico. Visa Pressure: Reports of a U.S. visa crackdown are sending shockwaves through the Caribbean entertainment industry.