Human Rights & Access to Services: Claire Hédon is stepping down after six years leading France’s Defender of Rights, with her term highlighting rising complaints across the overseas territories—especially struggles to reach water, healthcare, education and other public services, including in Martinique. Reparations & Decolonisation Push: CARICOM’s Reparations Commission is intensifying its lobbying, including a revised manifesto now taking aim at the UK and the status of British Overseas Territories, arguing for reparatory justice that goes beyond money to real political change. CARICOM Integration for Martinique: Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister Barry Padarath welcomed Martinique’s formal accession as CARICOM’s seventh Associate Member, framing it as a boost for regional cooperation and practical opportunities. Regional Cooperation Deal: Martinique and Barbados signed a landmark cooperation agreement covering cultural and creative industries, education, sport, health, tourism, fisheries and trade—aimed at turning integration into results for people and youth. Culture & Music: Reggae world is mourning Fantan Mojah, reported dead at 49, as disputes also erupted over who controls his legacy and digital platforms. Local Folklore Spotlight: A feature revisits the Soucouyant legend—its roots, its French Creole links, and how it lives on across the French-speaking Caribbean including Martinique. Travel & Lifestyle: Les Anses-d’Arlet is spotlighted as a quieter Martinique beach escape—Creole food, snorkeling coves, and village life tied to the sea.