Tourism & AI: World Tourism Day 2026 is being marked under the theme “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism,” with voices including Jamaica stressing that tech can reshape travel—but people and human rights must stay at the centre. Tourism Regulation: TPDCo’s Licensing Expo is helping tourism operators in places like Falmouth get through licensing and compliance faster, with regulators and agencies on hand to guide businesses. Domestic Violence Law Reform: A proposed overhaul of Jamaica’s Domestic Violence Act could strengthen victims’ rights to police assistance, including help to safely retrieve personal belongings from alleged abusers’ homes. Health & Inclusion: The Government says a diagnostic centre at CASE in Portland will be completed in early October to cut the burden on families who currently have to travel to Kingston for assessments. Energy Access: JSIF is expanding safe, legal electricity connections under the National Energy Poverty Reduction Project, citing both connection costs and awareness gaps as key barriers. Transport: JUTC launched Route 710, adding another public option between Port Antonio and downtown Kingston via St. Thomas. Local Infrastructure: NWA signed a $39-million contract to rehabilitate Seaview Drive in Lucea, with work starting Oct. 5 and expected to take about four months. Sports & Culture: USMNT kicked off the 2030 World Cup cycle with a 4-1 friendly win over Peru, featuring 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan in his debut; meanwhile, Jamaica’s Ini Kamoze “World a Music” continues to be celebrated for its deeper meaning in dancehall and roots reggae.