Gender Equality Training: The OECS Commission kicked off a three-part Gender Mainstreaming staff series (June 15), using case studies and a Gender Marker simulation to help teams design and assess gender-responsive programmes. Regional Leadership: Dr Didacus Jules was reappointed to a fourth term as OECS Director General as the region pushes priorities like digital transformation and healthier communities. Sports Tourism Push: The Caribbean Corporate Games officially launched, aiming to draw 1,500 visitors for the inaugural 2027 event—positioned as part of Antigua and Barbuda’s shift from “tourism industry” to a “tourism economy.” Local Healthcare Leadership: Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre launched its first six-month Leadership Development Programme to strengthen leadership across clinical and administrative teams. Youth & Education: Janica Adams was named Junior Minister of Tourism, while the ABYETS Trade Show is set for July 4 at Holy Trinity School, spotlighting young entrepreneurs. Immigration Debate: Senator Malaka Parker urged a fair, humane, predictable immigration pathway for non-nationals, not recurring amnesties. Border Security Update: The Senate unanimously approved the Passenger Information Bill to strengthen pre-arrival border checks. Community & Culture: Rotaract Club of Antigua thanked supporters as its 2025–26 Rotary year ends, and a new art installation at Comfort Kitchen memorialised three enslaved people brought from Antigua.