TCI Telecoms & Tech: Starlink has been granted a 15-year telecommunications licence in the Turks and Caicos, with an initial fee of about $112,600 and ongoing payments tied to gross revenues and spectrum use; it’s set to operate independently of Flow and Digicel for standard satellite internet, while Direct to Cellular will partner with local providers. Aviation & Travel Costs: Airport fee increases are “getting out of hand,” with new levies planned for Family Island airports that could push costs higher for travellers. Luxury Travel Buzz: Aman announces Aman Seoul as its first South Korea destination, while broader luxury travel trends point to more high-end experiences and growth heading into 2027. Local Roads & School Rush: A Providenciales businessman warns congestion will worsen with school reopening unless new road routes are added—orange barriers won’t be enough. Community, Faith & Learning: Back-to-school Sunday at St. Gregory the Great Anglican Church focused on returning to core education fundamentals beyond heavy tech use. Poverty in the Spotlight: Miss International TCI’s workshop put poverty on the public agenda, citing about 22% of residents living in poverty and urging better awareness of support services. Youth Support: ED9’s back-to-school giveaway reached 700+ children in Five Cays with backpacks, supplies, and family-focused activities. Disaster & Vulnerability: After a Five Cays fire left many displaced, residents report some victims are undocumented Haitians, raising concerns about access to longer-term welfare help. Marine Health: A new study warns climate-driven marine heatwaves are hampering coral reef recovery, with shorter recovery periods between bleaching events. Regional Human Impact: A deportation flight returned 101 people to Haiti, with reports noting the timing coincided with Haitian migrants attempting to enter Turks and Caicos and The Bahamas.