Ontario Politics: Ontario’s PCs and NDP both held key byelection seats, with the NDP winning Scarborough Southwest and the PCs taking Hamilton East—Stoney Creek and York—Simcoe, keeping the tariff fight front and center. Climate-to-Cashflow Risk: A new look at El Niño frames it as an economic threat, warning how weather shocks can ripple into food prices, energy, inflation, government revenue, and small-business costs. Workforce for AI Manufacturing: South Korea’s SME ministry unveiled a 2026–2030 plan to train and place more AI talent for manufacturing, including expanded practical training and longer internships aimed at regional SMEs. Small-Business Tax Relief: Kentucky is reminding small businesses to apply for its state tax credit, with credits tied to jobs created and new equipment/tech investment. Local Contracting Access: A Yakima contracting forum drew 200+ registrants to connect contractors and small businesses with new work. Parking Pressure on Main Street: Arvada’s paid parking proposal for Olde Town sparked backlash from business owners worried it could hurt foot traffic and force closures. Recycling Rules Hit Denver Businesses: Denver’s universal recycling and composting ordinance starts now, requiring waste diversion plans tied to license renewals. Disaster Aid Opens the Door: Nevada’s Hawk Fire response got a presidential emergency declaration, unlocking FEMA support for recovery. Rural Connectivity: Alaska can now redirect BEAD savings to newly identified unserved locations, potentially adding 5,000+ properties to high-speed internet funding eligibility. Local Zoning Fight: Ocean City’s mushroom business owner withdrew after a months-long zoning dispute over home-occupation rules.