Coastal Protection: Belize temporarily halted dredging in sensitive coastal areas after backlash over unsustainable development, with Cabinet agreeing to pause beach reclamation while a new plan is developed with Environment, Fisheries, and Health, including talks involving San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Hopkins, Seine Bight, and Placencia. Marine Conservation & Jobs: Belize Audubon Society named Yashin Dujon its new Executive Director, as the group continues managing protected areas and pushing conservation and sustainable resource management. Flood Watch: Overnight heavy rain hit Punta Gorda, flooding low-lying streets and yards; officials warn flash flooding risk remains as rainfall continues and drainage struggles. Protected Waters Enforcement: Belize Coast Guard detained three Honduran nationals after intercepting an illegal fishing vessel near Gladden Spit, using drone surveillance and a multi-agency operation. Climate Readiness: Belize urged early hurricane season prep as officials monitor conditions for another active Atlantic season and potential rainy-season flooding. Sargassum to Value: Black in Marine Science and the Black Fiber & Textile Network partnered with Belize’s Bloom to Business to turn harmful sargassum into sustainable textile materials. Ambergris Caye Growth: Plans for an international airport on northern Ambergris Caye moved forward, with IDB approval reported for designs meeting ICAO standards. One Health Alert: Texas confirmed the first New World screwworm case in decades, raising concerns for livestock and wildlife across the region.