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Local Scam Alert: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts used the prefect’s identity and even Le Journal de Saint-Barth branding to push a “miraculous” investment platform, urging residents not to click, share personal details, or assume any endorsement. Elections Watch (France 2027): A guide to France’s presidential race lays out the voting calendar, including overseas territories like Saint-Barthélemy voting on the Saturday before the two-round election on April 18 and May 2, with the provisional second-round result due at 8pm on May 2. Tropical Weather: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic after a slow start to the season, and while it’s still far from shore, Caribbean travelers are being told to monitor its path as September typically brings more activity. Sports Listings: Tottenham vs Newcastle coverage is available via various international TV options, with global channel listings provided for viewers.

Local Scam Alert: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts used the prefect’s identity and Le Journal de Saint-Barth branding to push a “miraculous” investment platform, urging residents not to click or share personal details. Elections Watch (France 2027): A guide to the French presidential race lays out the two-round voting dates—April 18 and May 2, with overseas territories including Saint-Barthélemy voting the Saturday before—plus the key moments as campaigning ramps up after September. Hurricane Update: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the central Atlantic, and while it’s still far from land, Caribbean travelers are being told to monitor its path as September typically brings the season’s busiest stretch. Sports Listings: Tottenham vs Newcastle coverage is available via global TV listings, with the match time set for a 5:30pm UK kick-off. Royal & Heritage: Prince Albert II visited Faucon-du-Caire to consecrate a restored chapel tied to Monaco’s centuries-old history, including links to Sainte Dévote.

Local Governance & Safety: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts used the prefect’s identity and even Le Journal de Saint-Barth branding to push a “miraculous” investment platform—residents are warned not to click, share personal details, or trust the manipulated videos. Elections Watch: France’s 2027 presidential race is gearing up, with the two-round vote set for April 18 and May 2; voters in Saint-Barthélemy and other overseas territories will cast ballots the Saturday before, and the provisional second-round result is due at 8pm on May 2. Local Tech & Resilience: A Saint Barthélemy watersports center is reportedly running on a portable solar-and-battery setup, powering daily gear and even a solar-powered rider weather dashboard with Starlink. International Brief: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic and could affect Caribbean travel plans as forecasts evolve.

Fraud Alert in Saint-Barthélemy: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts used the Prefect’s identity and image to push a “miraculous” investment platform, mimicking Le Journal de Saint-Barth branding with manipulated audio and video to look legitimate. Residents are urged not to click links or share personal information. Local Resilience & Energy: A Saint Barthélemy watersports center is using a portable solar-and-battery setup (two 220-watt panels with a battery power station) to run daily needs and support a public weather dashboard for riders, including a solar-powered station and live camera via Starlink—an example of how storage can help during outages and support more self-sufficient operations. Global Context: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, with the NHC noting a slow start to the season but warning activity often peaks in September, so Caribbean travelers should watch forecasts.

Local Safety & Fraud Alert: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts used the prefect’s identity and image to push a “miraculous” investment platform, including manipulated videos and branding that mimic Le Journal de Saint-Barth—residents are urged not to click, share personal details, or assume any official link. Local Energy & Lifestyle: A Saint Barth watersports center is running on a compact solar-and-battery setup (portable power station plus two 220-watt panels), powering daily gear and feeding a public solar-powered weather dashboard with live camera and Starlink. Regional Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the central Atlantic, and while it’s still far from land, Caribbean travelers are being told to monitor its path as September typically brings peak activity. Royal & Heritage: Prince Albert II visited Faucon-du-Caire in France to consecrate a restored chapel tied to Monaco through centuries-old Sainte Dévote–Saint-Jean-de-Matha history. Tourism Costs: A new study highlights how luxury island trips can top $11,000 for a week, with Bora Bora among the priciest.

Local Alert—Scam Watch: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts used the prefect’s identity and image to push a “miraculous” investment platform, mimicking Le Journal de Saint-Barth branding with manipulated audio and video to create false credibility. Community & Energy: A Saint Barthélemy watersports center is running on a compact solar-and-battery setup—two 220-watt panels and a portable power station—while also powering a public weather dashboard for riders. Travel Costs: A new study puts a seven-day celebrity-style island getaway at up to $11,400 for Bora Bora, driven largely by pricey flights and luxury activities. Sports (Global Viewing): Listings are circulating for Tottenham vs Newcastle and Newcastle vs Liverpool, with broadcasters varying by country. Weather (Regional Interest): Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic; Caribbean travelers are urged to monitor its path as the season could still pick up later.

Local Fraud Alert: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts used the prefect’s identity and image to promote a “miraculous” investment platform, including manipulated videos and branding that mimic Le Journal de Saint-Barth to look legitimate. Tropical Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, and while it’s still far from shore, Caribbean travelers are being urged to monitor its path as September typically brings peak hurricane activity. Energy & Resilience in St. Barth: A Saint Barth watersports center is running on a portable solar-and-battery setup (solar panels plus a battery power station) to power daily gear and even a public weather dashboard with live updates. Culture & Heritage: Prince Albert II visited Faucon-du-Caire to consecrate a restored chapel tied to Monaco’s history, highlighting centuries-old links connected to Sainte Dévote and Saint-Barthélemy. Sports Listings: Fans can find global TV options for Tottenham v Newcastle and Newcastle v Liverpool, with local viewing details varying by country.

Identity & Fraud: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts and manipulated videos used the prefect’s name, image, and Le Journal de Saint-Barth branding to promote a “miraculous” investment platform—urging residents not to click, share personal details, or assume any endorsement. Local Resilience & Energy: A Saint Barth watersports center is reportedly running day-to-day operations with a portable solar-and-battery setup (solar panels plus a battery power station), while also powering a public rider weather dashboard with live conditions and connectivity—showing how storage can help during outages and support more self-sufficient energy. Culture & Heritage: Prince Albert II visited Faucon-du-Caire to consecrate a restored chapel tied to Sainte Dévote’s relic history, highlighting centuries-old links between the French village and Monaco that also connect back to Saint-Barthélemy. Tourism & Cost of Living: A new study puts “celebrity-style” island vacations at up to $11,400 for a week on Bora Bora, driven largely by flight prices and luxury activities.

Fraud Alert: The Prefecture of Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin has filed a complaint with the gendarmerie after fake social-media posts and manipulated videos used the Prefect’s identity and image to promote a “miraculous” investment platform, mimicking Le Journal de Saint-Barth branding to look legitimate and urging residents to invest. Local Energy & Resilience: A Saint Barth watersports center is using a portable solar-and-battery setup (two 220-watt panels with a battery power station) to run daily operations and power a public, solar-powered weather dashboard with live camera and Starlink—showing how storage can help during outages and support off-grid goals. Culture & Heritage: Prince Albert II visited Faucon-du-Caire to consecrate a restored chapel tied to Monaco’s history, linked to Sainte Dévote and Saint-Barthélemy’s centuries-old connections. Travel Watch: A new report highlights how luxury island trips can top $11,000 for a week, with Bora Bora among the priciest celebrity-style getaways. Sports Listings: Tottenham vs Newcastle and Newcastle vs Liverpool are covered with global TV channel listings for viewers.

Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the central Atlantic, with the National Hurricane Center noting a quiet start to the season so far—only four named storms, none yet at hurricane strength—though September is when activity typically ramps up, so Caribbean travelers are urged to track its path. Local Energy & Resilience: In Saint Barthélemy, a compact solar-and-battery setup at a watersports shack is powering daily operations and feeding a public weather dashboard for riders, showing how battery storage can help during outages and support more self-sufficient energy. Island Lifestyle & Tourism Costs: A new report puts celebrity-style island getaways at up to $11,400 for a week, driven by flights, luxury stays, and activities—another reminder that St. Barth’s high-end appeal comes with a hefty price tag. Culture & Heritage: Prince Albert II visited France’s Faucon-du-Caire to consecrate a restored chapel tied to Monaco through centuries-old saintly relic history, including a connection to Saint-Barthélemy.

Saint Barthélemy Energy & Outdoors: A local watersports shack in St. Barth is running on a compact solar-and-battery setup, powering essentials like a fridge and coffee machine while also recharging gear—and feeding a public weather dashboard for riders with a live camera and Starlink link. Luxury Travel Costs: A new study puts “celebrity-style” island getaways at eye-watering prices, with Bora Bora topping the list at up to about $11,400 for a week, driven largely by expensive flights plus luxury activities and dining. Monaco–France Heritage Link: Prince Albert II traveled outside Monaco to the consecration of the restored Sainte-Dévote–Saint-Jean-de-Matha Chapel in Faucon-du-Caire, highlighting a centuries-old connection to Monaco through Sainte Dévote. Culture & Spotlight on St. Barth: A book described as a definitive look at St. Barth profiles how the island became a magnet for billionaires and high society, turning a small, secluded destination into a top-tier luxury escape.

Royal & Heritage: Prince Albert II traveled beyond Monaco to Faucon-du-Caire for the consecration of the restored Sainte-Dévote–Saint-Jean-de-Matha Chapel, a site tied to nearly a millennium of shared history through the patron saint Sainte Dévote. Island Lifestyle & Costs: A new study puts a celebrity-style seven-day island getaway at up to $11,400, with Bora Bora topping the list thanks to pricey flights and luxury activities. Local Energy & Resilience: In Saint Barthélemy, a solar-and-battery setup at a watersports center powers daily essentials and recharges gear, while also feeding a public live weather dashboard for riders. Culture & Spotlight on St. Barth: A new book, “Treasured Island,” offers a definitive look at how St. Barth evolved into an elite luxury haven, profiling the island’s billionaires and beauty icons. Sports Listings: Global TV channel details are out for Newcastle United vs Liverpool, with Sunday coverage information for viewers.

Royal Visit Ties: Prince Albert II traveled outside Monaco to Faucon-du-Caire for the consecration of the restored Sainte-Dévote–Saint-Jean-de-Matha Chapel, linking the village’s patron saint history to Monaco in a relationship stretching back nearly a millennium. Local Energy & Tourism Tech: In Saint Barthélemy, a compact solar-and-battery setup at a watersports center powers daily gear and a public weather dashboard for riders, using solar panels, a battery system, and Starlink for live conditions. Luxury Travel Price Tag: A new study puts celebrity-style island getaways at eye-watering costs, with a Bora Bora week topping out near $11,400—driven largely by flight prices, plus luxury activities and higher hotel and dining costs. Island Spotlight Book: A new “Treasured Island” look at St. Barth profiles how the tiny island became a magnet for billionaires and elite visitors, painting a portrait of its rise from backwater to ultra-luxury. Sports Listings: Newcastle United vs Liverpool TV channel listings were published for Sunday’s Premier League clash.

Energy Resilience in St. Barthélemy: A local watersports center is using a compact solar-and-battery setup (an EcoFlow Delta Max 2 with two 220-watt panels) to run essentials like a fridge, coffee machine, and microwave, while also powering electric pumps and recharging phones and tools; it even feeds a public rider weather dashboard with a solar weather station, live camera, and Starlink for near real-time conditions. Elite Island Spotlight: A new book, Treasured Island, offers a detailed look at how St. Barth went from a quiet backwater to a top-tier playground for the super-rich, profiling the island’s rise and the personalities behind it. What to Watch: Newcastle United take on Liverpool in the Premier League, with broad global channel listings shared for viewers ahead of the Sunday 4:30pm UK kick-off. Music & Community: KJ Denhert is highlighted as a featured performer, with a look at her long career and latest album, The Evening News.

Energy & Resilience: A small watersports shack in Saint Barthélemy is running on a compact solar-and-battery setup—an EcoFlow Delta Max 2 with two 220-watt panels—powering essentials like a fridge, coffee machine, and microwave, while also recharging pumps, phones, and tools. It’s also feeding a public, solar-powered weather dashboard for riders, complete with a live camera and Starlink, as the operator aims to be energy self-sufficient. Culture & Spotlight: A local music feature profiles KJ Denhert, a guitarist with a 40-year career and 11 albums, highlighting her latest work, “The Evening News,” and her blend of urban, jazz, and folk influences. Regional Opportunity: Saint Barthélemy is included in the OCT Youth Network, inviting 20–28-year-olds across EU-linked territories to apply for a one-year program running Oct 2026–Sept 2027, with applications due Aug 30, 2026 (Brussels time).

Energy Resilience in St. Barth: A local watersports center is running key operations from a compact solar-and-battery setup, using an EcoFlow Delta Max 2 with two 220-watt panels—powering essentials like a fridge, coffee machine, and microwave, while also recharging pumps, phones, and tools. The system also feeds a public rider weather dashboard with a solar station, live camera, and Starlink connectivity, as the operator aims for energy self-sufficiency. Island Spotlight: A new book, “Treasured Island,” offers a detailed look at St. Barth’s rise from a sleepy backwater to an elite luxury hub, profiling the island’s wealthy and famous visitors and residents. Youth Opportunity (OCT): Young adults in the OCT network, including Saint Barthélemy, can apply for the fourth OCT Youth Network (ages 20–28). The one-year program runs Oct. 2026 to Sept. 2027, focusing on community volunteering and building international links with EU institutions; applications close Aug. 30, 2026 (Brussels time).

Energy Resilience in St. Barthélemy: A local watersports center is running key operations from a compact solar-and-battery setup, using an EcoFlow Delta Max 2 with two 220-watt panels to power basics like a fridge, coffee machine, and microwave—plus recharging pumps, phones, and tools—and feeding conditions to a public rider dashboard with a solar weather station, live camera, and Starlink. Island Spotlight: A new book, Treasured Island, offers a deep look at St. Barth’s rise from a quiet backwater to an elite luxury magnet, profiling the people and forces behind its transformation. Youth Opportunities (OCT Network): Young adults in OCTs including Saint Barthélemy can apply for the OCT Youth Network, a one-year program running Oct. 2026 to Sept. 2027, focused on community volunteering and building links with EU institutions; applications close Aug. 30, 2026 (Brussels time).

Renewable Energy on the Beach: A Saint Barthélemy watersports center is using a compact solar-and-battery setup—an EcoFlow Delta Max 2 with two 220-watt panels—to run day-to-day gear like a fridge, coffee machine, and microwave, while also powering electric pumps and recharging phones and tools. Local Safety & Convenience: The same system supports a public, rider-facing weather dashboard with a solar-powered station, live camera, and Starlink connectivity, helping visitors check conditions before heading out. Island Spotlight: A new book, “Treasured Island,” offers a detailed look at St. Barth’s rise into ultra-elite luxury, profiling the island’s transformation and the personalities behind it. Youth Opportunity (OCT): Saint Barthélemy is included in Aruba’s call for the OCT Youth Network (ages 20–28), a one-year program running Oct 2026–Sept 2027; applications close Aug 30, 2026 (Brussels time).

St. Barthélemy in the spotlight: A new book, Treasured Island: The Story of St. Barth … and Its Barbarians, Billionaires, and Beauties, paints St. Barth as a rare, hard-to-reach luxury hub—reachable mainly by sea or short flights, with no golf course and a tightly exclusive, super-rich orbit. OCT Youth Network applications: Young people aged 20–28 in Aruba (including Saint Barthélemy) can apply for the fourth OCT Youth Network, a one-year program running Oct 2026–Sept 2027, focused on volunteering, representing their territory, and building links with EU institutions; deadline is Aug 30, 2026 (Brussels time). Luxury travel ranking: Cape Town is named among the world’s most beautiful places to stay, ranking eighth for design-led luxury holiday homes, ahead of destinations like Miami, Ibiza and Malibu. Sports TV listings: Newcastle United vs Liverpool and Newcastle vs Strasbourg are covered with global channel lineups for viewers. Arts & culture: A local-style roundup highlights September events and features musician KJ Denhert.

Youth Opportunities: Aruba-based applicants aged 20–28 can now apply for the fourth Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT) Youth Network, a one-year program running Oct 2026 to Sept 2027 that brings 25 young people from across the 13 OCTs—including Saint Barthélemy—together to connect with peers and EU institutions; applications close Aug 30, 2026 (11:59 p.m. Brussels time). Local Culture & Community: Jersey Gay Pride’s OUT in the Park Pride Festival kicks off September’s calendar, with the Women’s Film Festival (Sept 17–27) and SisterSpace Weekend (Sept 11–13) also on the way—featuring music, workshops, and community for women and nonbinary people. Arts Spotlight: This week’s music portrait spotlights KJ Denhert, a guitarist with a 40-year career and 11 albums, including her latest “The Evening News.”

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