Space Science: The James Webb Space Telescope has found major differences between the morning and evening atmospheres of ultra-hot exoplanet WASP-121 b, showing the day-night boundary isn’t uniform and likely shifts in temperature and chemistry. Biotech & Food Tech: Researchers at the University of Queensland say fermentation-based “rare sugars” could become a lower-calorie, healthier alternative to raw sugar, with the St Lucia campus hub helping scale production. Health & Data Tech: Saint Lucia’s Central Statistical Office is using drones to improve national data collection, updating maps and survey accuracy while stressing it’s for statistics, not surveillance. Regional Finance for SMEs: The IFC has confirmed a US$15-million investment in a Caribbean debt fund aimed at SME financing, with capital split between senior and mezzanine tranches. Clean Energy for Fisheries: CRFM’s STAR-Fish project is pushing renewable energy and low-carbon upgrades for fisheries and aquaculture across several Caribbean countries, including Saint Lucia. Local Tech for Business: Export Saint Lucia’s digital bootcamp trained 40+ MSMEs on cloud tools, AI, e-commerce and cybersecurity, with top performers set to get tailored digital roadmaps. Science & Community History: A Dominican-authored WWII U-boat history book is helping families in Dominica and St Lucia reconnect with relatives lost at sea. Sports Science Spotlight: A 17-year-old American, Cooper Lutkenhaus, posted a world-leading 800m run at the Bislett Games Diamond League in Oslo. Science & Public Service: Tributes were paid to economist Michael John Nevin, whose work helped develop infrastructure in St Lucia and beyond.