AI & Gender Safety: UNESCO launched “Blocking is NOT Enough” in Jamaica, tackling AI-enabled gender-based violence and deepfakes, while bringing government, civil society, youth and digital governance experts together to map gaps and next steps. Health Education Research: UNESCO also hosted a national validation meeting on Jamaica’s HFLE study, reviewing school-based healthy relationships outcomes across urban and rural secondary schools. Regional Digital Push: UWI and the Caribbean Telecommunications Union signed an MoU to strengthen digital policy, regulation, research, capacity building and AI policy work across the region. Housing Tech in Action: Jamaica’s modular housing programme moved into construction and assembling after Hurricane Melissa, with about 1,500 units on the ground and another 1,000 expected soon. Healthcare Under Pressure: Western Jamaica doctors criticised delays to the Cornwall Regional Hospital restoration, saying timelines keep slipping. Sports Tech & Talent: A Montego Bay doctor, Dr Meghana Muppuri, is pursuing postgraduate AI-in-medicine training with plans to bring AI into Jamaica’s healthcare workflows. Coral Science: Researchers are exploring underwater sound systems to help Jamaica’s reefs recover after major bleaching in 2023. Security Update: Murders fell 24% in the first half of 2026, with shootings down 27%, according to JCF figures. Tech in Travel: Ghana launched a national e-visa platform using AI authentication and blockchain verification to speed processing and reduce fraud. Community & Learning: Digicel Foundation expanded smart labs support for teacher training and free internet access. Sports Loss: Jamaica mourns legendary coach Stephen “Franno” Francis, credited with building world-class sprinting talent at home.