Energy & Markets: SBM Offshore lifted its 2026 outlook again after a revenue surge, with first-half directional revenue up 112% to US$4.9B and directional EBITDA up 92% to US$1.3B, supported by new Petrobras FPSO work and the sale of FPSO One Guyana. Elections & Governance: The Carter Center urged Guyana to break the GECOM deadlock and amend the Constitutional Reform Act to keep local elections on track, warning that a non-functioning commission threatens reforms ahead of the next general and regional polls. Cost of Living & Hinterland Transport: President Ali said government is disappointed airlines won’t lower Hinterland travel fares, and floated expanding the Guyana Defence Force Air Corps to move people and food more cheaply; he also announced steps to cut Moruca food prices via cheaper cargo options and more local production. Community Development: Ali unveiled plans to turn Kaneville into Guyana’s first pilot “model community,” and consultations also pushed the Model Village Initiative in Diamond/Golden Grove and wider Region Three, with major housing projections between Wales and Leonora. Oil & Policy Pressure: A former EPA head and environmentalist Dr. Vincent Adams hit back at IMF calls to speed up Exxon cost-oil audit disputes, saying transparency and enforcement have been lacking. Public Safety: Fire Service warned against burning garbage and grass as El Niño dries conditions and raises wildfire risk. Sports & Business: GFF confirmed the Elite League starts Aug 29, but fixtures and prize details are still pending; Republic Bank CPL added drone shows for early matches in St Vincent. Maritime Disaster Watch: Opposition and civil society renewed pressure around the MV Barima salvage push, arguing delays worsened suffering and could compromise accountability.