BPL Overtime Fallout: Bahamas Power and Light’s new overtime policy is sparking a full-blown fight with the Bahamas Electrical Workers Union, after leaked internal records showed three employees received about $601,295 in overtime over a year; the union calls it a distraction from ongoing outages, while the government says an annual overtime bill nearing $20m is “unsustainable and unacceptable” and demands tighter controls. Power Outage Pressure: Opposition and business voices are piling on as blackouts disrupt schools, the Supreme Court, and hospital operations; the Bar Association criticized the AG for not outlining concrete fixes, and calls are growing for reliability during school hours. Fuel Hedge Talk: Citi Bahamas says it wants to help government secure another BPL fuel hedge amid volatile oil markets, building on a December 2025 hedge. Cruise Industry Boost: Nassau Cruise Port scored nominations for Caribbean’s Best Cruise Terminal and the Bahamas for Best Cruise Destination at the World Cruise Awards, as downtown Nassau stakeholders push for more premium, longer stays ashore. Eleuthera Resort Push: The Eleuthera Chamber backs a $200–$250m boutique luxury resort and residences at the former Club Med site in Governor’s Harbour, citing jobs and local business opportunities. Marine & Food Security: Sandals Foundation and the Agricultural Development Organization are scaling Pinewood Gardens Community Farm as a regenerative agriculture demonstration site, supported by Rocky Farms Nursery donations. Education Link: A first cohort of 21 Bahamian students has begun studies at South Carolina State University through a Commonwealth of The Bahamas scholars partnership.