Political Risk & Privacy: Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he “does not approve” of his Progressive Conservative Party allegedly spending about US$3,000 on a Jamaica resort trip to surveil then-Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie, calling it “stuff happens” in elections—while critics warn it signals a troubling political culture. Labour & Business Regulation: Hundreds rallied at New York City Hall for Council Member Tiffany Cabán’s Delivery Protection Act, targeting Amazon’s third-party delivery subcontracting model and pushing for direct hiring, licensing, and stronger worker protections. Jamaica Corporate & Growth: NUGL, Inc. reported Q2 2026 revenue of US$1.26m (+45.3%) alongside improved margins and a return to quarterly net income. MSME Export Readiness: JAMPRO urged MSMEs to calculate full export costs—shipping, duties, taxes, marketing and more—before pursuing overseas opportunities. Public Services & Community: Social Development Commission honoured 173 staff and stakeholders for long service and impact, linking its work to community economic development. Tourism Access: Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says Jamaica will keep upgrading public beaches, citing limited swim-ready coastline and highlighting entry-fee realities. Security: Firearm, ammunition and cash were seized at Petrojam Montego Bay Terminal as police report continued pressure on organised crime.