CARICOM Heads of Government: Saint Lucia will host the 51st CARICOM summit in Gros Islet from 5–8 July, chaired by Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre (from 1 July). The opening ceremony is set for 5 July at 4:00 pm ECT at Sandals Saint Lucia and will be streamed live, with business sessions running 6–8 July and a hybrid closing press conference on 8 July. Athletics: Julien Alfred delivered a statement win in Rome, clocking 21.93 seconds to beat reigning world champion Melissa Jefferson-Wooden in the women’s 200m at the Diamond League. Climate & youth: A UNICEF-commissioned study says youth in Barbados, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica and St Lucia lag in awareness of green and circular economy opportunities, pointing to a communications gap. Health: CariGenetics Saint Lucia and Lab Services & Consultations are partnering to bring advanced genetic testing and cancer diagnostics closer to patients, aiming for faster, more personalized care. Crime update: A fourth suspect has been charged in the Ciceron murder case, with the accused remanded until 14 July. Sports & culture: Dugard Combined and Ave Maria Girls’ Primary were big winners at the Junior Calypso and Soca competitions. Regional justice: Margaret Price Findlay has been appointed Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, effective 9 April 2026.