Police & Safety: Dominica’s police say a serving officer, Jean-Luc Langlais, has been charged with the murder of 16-year-old Jerbiah Paul, after her decomposing body was found in Capuchin; the case remains under investigation as the community mourns. Child Protection & Law: National Security Minister Rayburn Blackmore says Dominica has strengthened family-law protections through a package passed in 2023, covering child status, domestic violence, maintenance, and faster protection orders. Missing Child Clarification: Blackmore also addressed public comparisons in the Kernisha Etienne disappearance case, stressing the investigation is still open. Regional Policy for Kids: The OECS, with UNICEF support, launched a Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, aiming for safer, empowered children across the sub-region. Education Updates: The Ministry of Education advises that preliminary CXC 2026 results will be released online Aug. 18 at 12:00 p.m. AST, with candidates urged to use official links only. Community & Culture: Wokha marked 80th Independence Day with performances and district awards, while Dominica’s Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete celebrated its 10th anniversary in Grand Bay. Youth & Learning: Adult Education is running a book donation drive (Aug. 10–Sept. 10) to boost reading across Dominica. Elections Info: The Electoral Office clarified voter ID rules for the Roseau North by-election, saying voters without the card can still vote using approved alternative identification.