Election & Youth Politics: Team Unity Dominica (TUD) says it will unveil its candidates and formally launch its election campaign, with a “Clean Slate” slogan. AI Diplomacy: Dominica’s Foreign Minister Vince Henderson met China’s Wang Yi in Shanghai to discuss expanding AI cooperation and development, including work through WAICO to avoid an “intelligence divide.” Public Health Labs: CARPHA completed a five-day technical visit to Turks and Caicos to strengthen antimicrobial resistance detection, lab systems, surveillance, and regional health security. Esports in Dominica: Portsmouth Bombers FC partners with NSE Night Club for the Bombers FC EGame Challenge 2026 (EA SPORTS FC 26) on Aug 22 at Benjamin Park, mixing gaming with live music and a giant LED screen. Volcano & Earth Activity: ODM is investigating reports of light tremors and rumbling sounds in Gallion, while small earthquakes continue south of Dominica and the alert level remains YELLOW. Disability Inclusion: PM Skerrit met the Dominica Association of Persons with Disabilities, backing plans for a dedicated government unit/department to improve inclusion and policy coordination. Regional Tech & Food: CRFM and the Caribbean Climate Change Centre strengthen collaboration on climate impacts to oceans and fisheries, while Dominica prepares for the inaugural Gouté Domnik culinary festival (July 19–26).