UK Overseas Territories Environment Funding: Government House says applications are open for the UK Darwin Plus grants, backing biodiversity and climate resilience projects across the Overseas Territories, with options from small local grants up to large multi-year programmes. Local Food Security: In Parliament, Minister Diallo Rabain launched the “Grow Local” initiative, an online platform meant to connect landowners with farmers and boost Bermuda’s local crop production, citing unused agricultural land and reliance on imports. Biodiversity & Youth Ocean Creativity: OurOcean Art Competition submissions are now open for World Ocean Week 2026, inviting Bermuda students to create ocean-themed artwork for a public exhibition and prizes. Wildlife Spotlight: A Bermuda-named fish, the Atlantic pearlfish, is highlighted as living inside sea cucumbers—an unusual relationship tied to Bermuda’s marine life. Public Safety at the Airport: The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service commissioned four new Rosenbauer Panther crash tenders for LF Wade International Airport, replacing ageing vehicles and now in operational service. Health Protection Tips: The Ministry of Health urged residents to reduce rodent activity and prevent mosquito breeding as warmer months increase pest pressure. Energy Skills: Neriah Bean and Benjamin Crofton received inaugural Department of Energy bursaries, each with a $25,000 scholarship plus a paid summer internship.