Heritage & Culture: Stichting Monumentenfonds Aruba has officially taken ownership of the historic Seroe Colorado Community Church, clearing the way for long-term restoration after years of talks with the Government. Kingdom Governance & Courts: Curaçao Parliament Speaker Fergino Brownbill received the President of the Joint Court of Justice, Sigmar Carmelia, underscoring continued legislative-judicial cooperation across Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten and the Caribbean Netherlands. Digital Education: Aruba and Curaçao signed an MoU to speed up digital transformation in government services and education, including student records, diploma registries and data interoperability. Consumer Protection: From August 1, Aruba will cap consumer credit costs at a maximum 25% interest rate under the Consumer Credit Regulation. Parliament Watchdog: MP Rocco Tjon is pressing for transparency after LAR advice tied to a private jet controversy was reportedly not shared or published. Public Safety: Minister Arthur Dowers inspected renovations at the Edgar Joaquin “Watty” Vos Police Academy, with work expected to finish before the next training term. Sports Administration: The Aruba Olympic Committee met the new Aruba Cycling Federation board as it updates statutes and plans events. Environment & Governance Debate: A renewed push calls out stalled waste and nature-protection laws, while another opinion piece targets weak enforcement against the destruction of large trees.