Border & security: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security signed a landmark Memorandum of Cooperation with CARICOM IMPACS to enable biometric data sharing for border security and immigration vetting, with Antigua and Barbuda among the participating delegations. Healthcare upgrades: Health Minister Michael Joseph signed seven cooperation agreements in China with Hangzhou Normal University and its affiliated hospital, including plans for an Omni Care Center and an “International Internet Hospital” telemedicine link, plus a push to advance Antigua’s chest pain centre. Airport progress: The Airport Authority will remove three mahogany trees near the Sir George Walter Highway this Sunday to protect runway air-traffic visibility as the V.C. Bird airfield upgrade nears completion. Regional resilience: ECCB Monetary Council approved an extra EC$25 million to boost food and nutrition security, while also warning global uncertainty could slow tourism and growth. Tourism & travel value: Windstar launched a “More Reasons to Say Yes” limited-time offer for 2027 Caribbean sailings that includes upgrades and deposits, and Star Clippers is promoting two free shore excursions on select early-2028 itineraries featuring Antigua and the Grenadines. Local economy & jobs: The ABWU says it will pursue legal action after Costpro Supermarket permanently closed, leaving more than 100 workers in limbo over severance and other entitlements. Community & culture: Weatherills Hotel earned a nomination for Caribbean’s Best Brunch Venue 2026, and the Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Academy kicked off a six-week training programme for young chefs.