Air Connectivity for Carnival: Caribbean Airlines says it has added 7,000 seats on the Trinidad–Tobago domestic route for Tobago Carnival, with extra flights running Oct 15–Nov 3, now open for booking. Water Supply Disruption: WASA warns of Central and South Trinidad water interruptions as the Point Lisas Desalination Plant (Desalcott) shuts for annual maintenance from Sept 28 to Oct 4, with full supply restoration expected 24–48 hours after restart. Manufacturing & Services Push: TTMA and TTCSI are urging the 2026/27 budget to tackle VAT refund backlogs, improve foreign-exchange access, and restart stronger SME support under GlobalTT—aimed at boosting production, jobs and diversification. Housing Procurement Overhaul: Housing Minister Phillip Alexander says procurement amendments to the Office of Procurement Regulation will speed HDC housing delivery, including more public-private partnerships. Alcohol Law Scrutiny: The T&T Chamber and Beverage Alcohol Alliance call for a Joint Select Committee review of proposed changes to the legal drinking age, warning enforcement capacity and unintended consequences must be assessed. Energy & Regional Gas Talks: Qatar’s UCC Oil and Gas Holding says it’s in talks about entering new Venezuela fields, including the Loran gas project that extends into Trinidad and Tobago. Security & Business Impact: Owner Dealers Association questions the effectiveness of crime measures and warns movement restrictions could hit already-stressed businesses. Cybersecurity for SMEs: UTT hosted a cybersecurity forum for SMEs and creative industries, highlighting growing digital threats and the need for stronger local capacity. Culture & Industry Loss: Calypso icon Slinger “Mighty Sparrow” Francisco dies at 91, leaving a major legacy for Caribbean music and entertainment.