Tourism Trade: Jamaica has officially launched JAPEX 2026, set for Sept 14–18 in Ocho Rios under “Jamaica Reimagined,” with Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett pointing to hurricane recovery progress and a return of hotel rooms as the event’s big signal to global buyers. Corporate Earnings: Massy Holdings reported a 32% drop in nine-month profit to $370m, while revenue from continuing operations rose 7% to $12.65b, citing an accounting loss tied to the disposal of Massy Distribution (Jamaica) Ltd. Energy & Growth: Flow Jamaica’s revenue dipped to US$101m as hurricane recovery continues, while Copa profits halved on fuel costs but highlighted deeper Jamaica–Latin America connectivity. Education & Pay: Jamaica Teachers’ Association says wage negotiations are still ongoing, with teachers expecting formal documentation after talks with the Ministry of Finance. Policy & Justice: PNP fires back at Senate President Tom Tavares-Finson over the CCJ debate, arguing access to justice must be meaningful for all Jamaicans, not just the wealthy. Business & Crime: Police charged two women in St James after alleged ATM-card withdrawals totalling about $300,000, and a car dealer in Mandeville was charged after allegedly reclaiming a Jaguar over an unpaid balance. Road Safety: ITA says 41 people died in road crashes in July, with motorcyclists and pedestrians among the hardest hit.