Marine Tragedy Update: Police say the search has ended after four confirmed dead in the Anse Cochon boat collision, with two more bodies recovered and the death toll rising from earlier reports; authorities say 14 people were injured and treated locally, with investigations still ongoing. Second Fatality Confirmed: The Ministry of Defence confirmed that Trinidadian captain Anthony Murray died hours after being rescued from the fishing vessel ST VINCENT VII, with the remaining rescued crew to undergo medical checks before returning home. Tourism & Wellness Buzz: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List puts St. Lucia at No. 1 for “romantic escapes,” citing a 125% jump in searches and highlighting resorts, Pitons scenery, beaches, and wellness-style getaways. Child Protection Spotlight: Saint Lucia launched its first Child Rights Ambassadors cohort, giving children a direct pathway to have their views considered in safety, well-being, and development decisions, with UNICEF support. Food Security & Eco-Action: A new EU-CAN youth-led food security project is rolling out across St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Grenada, and Dominica, while St. Lucia’s Environmental and Agricultural Foundation received an EC$13,500 grant to design a sustainable agriculture and coastal management project.