Bahamas Energy & Infrastructure: Former PM Hubert Minnis questioned the cost of the Davis administration’s new New Providence LNG terminal at Clifton Pier, arguing earlier plans were cheaper and that the government chose a higher-priced private route before shifting to BPL. Power Reliability: Bahamas Power & Light will issue a one-time rebate of just $8.45 to eligible New Providence residential customers tied to a regulatory settlement, after prolonged outages and regulatory fines. Aviation Safety & Jobs: Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis met aviation stakeholders to expand into a Bahamas National Aviation Safety Task Force, while also pushing efforts to recruit more Bahamian teachers amid a shortage. Shipping & Trade Costs: MSC announced a Peak Season Surcharge on Northern Europe–US/Puerto Rico/Bahamas routes starting 15 August 2026, adding $600–$1,200 depending on container type. Regional Integration & Aid: CARICOM associate membership expanded with Martinique and French Guiana joining, while The Bahamas and other members supported Venezuela with humanitarian shipments. Tourism & Cruise Industry: Disney Cruise Line promoted its first-ever female captain, Maria Gotor, to helm Disney Wish sailing Bahamas itineraries; Margaritaville at Sea also plans a Nassau concert by Zac Brown Band for passengers in 2027. Marine & Conservation: A dive-focused feature spotlights Cape Eleuthera’s shark encounters and blue holes as a complete, resort-based dive destination.