Education & Research: The University of Guyana will host its 4th Graduate Research Symposium (Sept 30–Oct 2) on “Resilience for the 21st Century,” bringing together graduate work on health, digital innovation, agriculture, forestry, culture and sustainable development, with both in-person and online participation. Student Support & Access: Jamaica’s scholarship pathway is highlighted through a Jamaica–Cuba Bilateral Scholarship medical student story, showing how international study can ease the cost barrier to professional training. Disaster Risk Education: CDEMA’s executive director says universities and training programmes should teach young people about local hazards, praising a UWI Cave Hill practical course in emergency preparedness, first aid, fire safety and disaster response. Climate & Food Security: Forecasters warn a potentially record-strength El Niño could worsen drought and heat across regions, with the UN World Food Programme projecting tens of millions more people facing acute food insecurity by end-2027, including Central America. Culture in Schools: Jamaica is moving to make Caribbean history and social studies compulsory in secondary schools, aiming to strengthen civic identity and critical thinking. Language & Learning: Oxford’s latest OED update adds East African English terms like azmari and berbere, reflecting growing recognition of World Englishes.