Public Finance Scrutiny: Minister Michel Chebat says taxpayers have a right to know how public money is spent amid the SmartStream split-payments controversy, including concerns over many invoices staying under $10,000 and a “Ghost Dot” supplier label. Electricity & Grid Costs: The PUC kept Belize Electricity Limited’s rates unchanged for July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027, but introduced COPA, allowing small monthly bill adjustments tied to power purchase costs, capped at 1.5 cents/kWh. Energy Independence Push: Belize continues talks with Mexico’s CFE after load shedding during demand spikes in Quintana Roo, with government, IPPs, PUC and BEL meeting to find local generation options. Hydro Under Pressure: Extended drought is stressing Belize’s hydro outlook, while BEL and Hydro Belize pursue solar diversification proposals. Labour & Workers: NTUCB marks 60 years defending workers’ rights, highlighting ongoing advocacy for fair wages and better protections. Agriculture Innovation: CARDI launched its Agricultural Research and Innovation Symposium to boost climate-resilient food systems, with regional research and collaboration front and center. Livestock Training: Cayo farmers received pasture establishment and farm management training via CRESAP, including grass seed distribution. Education for Jobs: Belize promotes robotics as a sport for skills and economic growth, and hosted its first national STEAM festival for young women in San Ignacio. Belize Branding: Belize Postal Service unveiled definitive stamps for 2026–2030, including La Ruta Maya and agriculture-themed designs.