Digital Connectivity: EllaLink and Alcatel Submarine Networks say the CS Île d’Yeu has sailed for Cayenne to install the Lum@link cable extension—France Guiana’s first direct submarine link to continental Europe—aiming for service by end of 2026. Regional Health & Policy: At the CARICOM heads of government meeting in Saint Lucia (5–8 July), French Guiana was admitted as the bloc’s eighth Associate Member, with talks covering public health preparedness, food security, and regional security. Sports & Community Pride: “Magic Mike” Maignan, born in Cayenne, is highlighted as the quiet backbone behind France’s World Cup run, with his family background tied to French Guiana and the Paris suburbs. Wellness-Adjacent Demographics: A global map looks at where men outnumber women, noting migration and longevity as major drivers of today’s gender imbalances. Defense & Air Power: France’s July 14 air parade features 98 aircraft, showcasing capabilities from territorial defense to nuclear deterrence—an update with indirect implications for regional stability.