Intercontinental Robotic Surgery: A Guyana-based surgeon, Dr. Sudhir Srivastava, completed the world’s longest-distance robot-assisted cardiac telesurgery—linking Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation to IRCAD India across nearly 20,000 km using the Made-in-India SSI Mantra system. Healthcare Systems: Guyana launched a 31-month EU-funded programme (NextHealth) to build a sustainable, internationally aligned organ donation and transplantation system, aiming to improve access and reduce deaths from end-stage organ failure. Power & Cost of Living: GPL will start rolling out the $30,000 monthly electricity subsidy for eligible pensioners in the June 2026 billing cycle, with credits handled for both post-paid and pre-paid customers. Digital Security: Guyana officially joined the EU-funded LAC4 cybersecurity alliance, gaining access to a hybrid training facility, digital forensics lab, and cyber range. Energy Grid Modernisation: InterEnergy outlined its plan to modernise the GPL grid through 2030, including smart grid development and digital management. STEM for Youth: Queen’s College students used micro:bit coding and robotics in a STEM workshop after winning the YES Competition, while SHOUT4Change crowned a youth environmental speaker focused on renewable energy storage. Education & Learning Support: A psychologist argues Guyana’s math struggles may be linked to dyscalculia and calls for better support for affected learners. Market Structure Debate: A local column warns that Guyana’s high prices and uneven service may come from a small, concentrated market that weakens competition.