BVI Courts & Compliance: A federal judge denied new trials or acquittals for former USVI Police Commissioner Ray Martinez and former OMB director Jenifer O’Neil in the Mon Ethos corruption case, saying the trial evidence supported the convictions. Public Safety at Retail: RVIPF says a machete was allegedly brandished during a customer brawl at RiteWay Food Market in Pasea Estate; police recovered one weapon and investigations continue. Tourism & Community: Take Over Tent (TOT) is marking 45 years of calypso, culture and community with anniversary events, including a church service kickoff. Business & Finance: Carey Olsen advised Butterfield on its landmark US$1.8bn acquisition of CIBC Caribbean, while BIT expanded its regulatory footprint with BVI FSC approval for Matrixport Technologies Ltd. Regional Aviation: A new interline agreement between LIAT 2020 and Air Caraïbes takes effect June 1, signaling a broader regional airline realignment. Tourism Pipeline: Ten students will compete for the Virgin Islands Junior Ambassador of Tourism title on June 4, with the winner representing the VI at CTO youth events. Local Economy & Workforce: Mark Vanterpool pushed back on claims of expat preference, arguing employers hire locals when available and that the real issue is a shortage of local applicants. Energy & Environment: The USVI Senate advanced a green waste disposal measure allowing controlled incineration only when safer options like shredding, mulching and composting aren’t available. Trade Skills Funding: The VI Board of Career and Technical Education voted to create an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit to fund trade students and classroom supplies outside tight government budgets.