Cost of Living Coping: Montserrat’s government is urging residents to belt-tighten creatively and practically as global price pressures and limited aid/import dependence squeeze household budgets. Health & Food Choices: A new Caribbean-focused explainer says carbs aren’t the enemy—what matters is choosing the right ones, how they’re prepared, and portion sizes, especially when meals stack rice, breadfruit, provisions and more. Women’s Health: Another piece looks at why exercise alone may not shift visceral fat for women dealing with perimenopause, stress and disrupted sleep. Education Watch: Ghana’s GTEC lists 110 unrecognised institutions (as of end-September 2026), warning the public to do due diligence before trusting certificates. Bank of Montserrat Leadership: Bank of Montserrat has advertised replacements for three senior managers, raising questions about continuity at the island’s indigenous commercial bank. Regional Skills Building: OECS, with EU support, is running specialised training to strengthen services-sector trade policy and negotiating capacity across member states, with a Montserrat session planned. Culture & Travel: Lonely Planet’s 2027 hotlist names Oman for “Arabian Hospitality,” while a separate travel roundup spotlights Montserrat as a volcano-shaped escape worth discovering. Sports Spotlight: Seattle University’s Montserrat Sierra stayed undefeated in singles and doubles at an Eastern Washington showcase tournament.