CCJ Crisis: Jamaican Senate President Tom Tavares-Finson says Jamaica must not rush to make the CCJ its final appellate court while “interpersonal conflicts” and allegations of “panel fixing” are under a cloud, calling for a public inquiry and warning delay could deepen damage to the court’s credibility. Foreign Exchange Pressure: The Bank of Jamaica reports a big US dollar shortfall as demand hit US$109m against US$40m supplied, with analysts expecting another intervention to clear backlogs and ease pressure on the Jamaican dollar. Energy Dispute: JPS and New Fortress Energy are in arbitration over a US$40m fuel-supply fight tied to Montego Freeport operations, with the outcome potentially affecting future energy contract terms and consumer costs. Land Rights & Cooper’s Pen: Opposition figures and residents are pushing for legal action and a national inquiry after demolitions at Cooper’s Pen, arguing vulnerable families are being left without real, permanent relocation. Crime & Drugs: Jamaica Customs says it seized over two tonnes of cocaine and ganja at KFTL, its biggest haul since the start of the year, as regional anti-narco-terrorism cooperation ramps up. Sports: Guyana Amazon Warriors crushed Jamaica Kingsmen by six wickets in CPL opener action, while Jamaica’s Shanoya Douglas reflects on mixed feelings after winning two silvers and gold in the 4x100m at the World U20s.