AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoNOAA Forecast: NOAA cut its 2026 Atlantic outlook to 7–13 named storms (75% chance of below-normal), but the peak risk is still just weeks away—so Caribbean travel plans should treat “below-normal” as reduced odds, not zero risk. Public Safety Tech: A new underwater AI system can estimate a scuba diver’s breathing rate by watching exhaled bubbles, aiming to spot trouble faster when buddies can’t. Education Digital Tools: Barbados launched EduConnect, a paid app to streamline school–parent communication and reduce teacher admin work, with early use in five schools and plans to expand. Civic Tech in Action: The Pearly app is drawing thousands of users during Crop Over, with potholes and bus tracking topping the reports as a centralised digital complaint log takes shape. Sports + STEM for Youth: The Barbados Defence Force marked its 47th anniversary and announced new technology for the Barbados Cadet Corps. Housing Tech/Finance: Deanstown Heights will add 34 affordable homes via a credit union-led model, with buyers already showing interest. Health Support: QEH breastfeeding advocates say mothers often stop early due to returning to work and lack of workplace pumping support. Regional Connectivity: interCaribbean Airways named Official Airline Partner for CTO’s SOTIC 2026, offering a 25% delegate flight discount.
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