Jamaica–US Security: Jamaica and the United States have signed a Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) allowing temporary deployment of US personnel for training, joint operations and disaster response, as both sides push deeper cooperation against narco-terrorism and organised crime. Music & Culture: Mariah Carey is celebrating the 25th anniversary of her fan-favourite album Glitter, with a vinyl return, a Digital Deluxe Edition, and a reimagined “Didn’t Mean To Turn You On” remix featuring Rochelle Jordan. Caribbean Media Spotlight: A Caribbean-wide search is underway for the next red-carpet media correspondent for the Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad & Tobago, with the winner set to travel and interview artists. Reggae Live: Tarrus Riley headlines “Singy Singy” at Lover’s Leap on August 29, part of the Lighthouse Series. Sports (Track): Shericka Jackson says she’s “physically well” as she returns for the Wanda Diamond League in Lausanne after the death of coach Stephen Francis. Sports (Lacrosse): Jamaica’s Hummingbirdz face Puerto Rico in the Pan Am Men’s Lacrosse Championship, with World Championship qualification on the line. Community & Education: Sagicor Foundation Jamaica awarded $7.5m in scholarships and grants to 44 students for 2026–2027, plus 131 renewals worth $20.3m.