Sargassum & Public Health: Guadeloupe-linked OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe fed into Virgin Islands plans to better manage recurring sargassum, with focus on interception, collection, monitoring and use—aiming to protect coasts, tourism resilience and public health. Chlordecone Compensation: A new law now formally recognizes the State’s responsibility for the long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on extending compensation to more victims, with cleanup, research and care priorities. Pride in Guadeloupe: Kréyòl Pride is set for July 25 in Basse-Terre, bringing together LGBTQIA+ groups and allies under a unity push, with events planned around the new Maison des Diversités et de l’Inclusion. Marine Protection: France announced new strict marine protection zones, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe, raising the strictly protected share of its waters to 14.68%. Local Culture & Screen: Fans of Caribbean crime dramas got a boost as Death in Paradise star Ralf Little marked five years since filming in Guadeloupe, while Saint-Pierre season 3 has been renewed with filming starting next month. Sport & Travel: Carnival Cruise Line opened details for a 14-day Southern Caribbean sailing from Guadeloupe including Guadeloupe itself, and offshore sailor Francesca Clapcich finished the Vendée Arctique in fifth, qualifying her for the Route du Rhum.