World Creole Music Festival: Dominica’s 26th WCMF returns to Roseau’s Windsor Park Sports Stadium, running Oct 23–25, with big names like Ne-Yo, Machel Montano, Tabou Combo, Skillibeng, Alkaline and Uncle Waffles. Early Childhood Education: Soufrière families celebrate the handover of the Dominique Marchand Pre-School to the Ministry of Education, giving children a permanent, safer learning home after years of temporary facilities post-Maria. Child Protection Push: Circle of Friends is calling for a stronger, coordinated child protection network after the death of 16-year-old Jerbiah Paul, urging better safety, reporting, and support for vulnerable families. Justice in the Jerbiah Paul Case: A police officer has been charged with murder in the Jerbiah Paul matter, with investigations ongoing and condolences extended to the family. Regional Child Policy: OECS and UNICEF unveiled a Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, aiming for every child to feel safe, supported and empowered by 2032. Education Updates: Dominica’s Ministry says preliminary CXC May–June results will be released online Aug 18 at 12:00 p.m. AST, with candidates directed to the official results link. Travel & Culture Trends: Research highlights cultural immersion as the top travel priority, with food and culinary experiences leading what people spend on. Indigenous & Climate Resilience: OECS-backed work supports disaster-resilient schooling in indigenous communities, including upgrades at Atkinson Primary in Dominica’s Kalinago Territory. Community & Culture: Dominica marks the 10th anniversary of the Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete in Grand Bay, featuring bouyon, soca, dancehall and reggae. Public Safety Policy: Police Chief Lincoln Corbette says Dominica doesn’t currently need an Amber Alert system, citing existing missing-person notification mechanisms. Family Law Reform: Minister Rayburn Blackmoore highlights strengthened family legislation covering child protection, domestic violence, maintenance and faster protection orders.