Third-Country Nationals White Paper: Antigua and Barbuda says it will publish a White Paper on proposed relocation of third-country nationals from the U.S., setting out sovereignty, legal responsibility, public finance, security and social stability concerns, and laying out conditions for any cooperation— including that Washington must cover the full costs of reception, housing, healthcare, welfare, security and onward removal. Visa Reciprocity Push: In the same White Paper process, the government also argues any deal should come with clear benefits, including lifting blanket U.S. visa restrictions affecting Antiguan and Barbudan citizens. New Air Link: Sunrise Airways launches a direct Antigua–Barbados route from July 22, with introductory one-way fares from US$129 (promo code WOWINTRO). Tourism Arts Call: ABTA opens participation for Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2026 (Nov 11–18), inviting artists and creatives to exhibit and host satellite events. Barbuda Community Outreach: Hopeful Hearts Foundation arrives in Barbuda July 3–5 with school supplies, a clothing drive, children’s activities and a mural project at Holy Trinity Primary School. Sports & Travel Culture: Antigua’s cricket spotlight continues as Sri Lanka posts 9-549 in the second Test at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium; and local beach volleyball development moves ahead with ABAVA selections for ECVA referee and coaching courses in St Kitts. Food Tourism Win: 12-year-old Gigar Campbell takes overall top honours at the Grace Junior Chef Challenge in Toronto, earning a travel voucher to visit Antigua with his family.