Teachers’ Pay Backlog: More than 300 teachers say they’re still missing retroactive pay as the 2026/2027 school year reopens, with the A&B Union of Teachers validating claims before taking them to the Ministry. Public Safety Crackdown: Police Commissioner Everton Jeffers says Operation Restore Confidence will keep pressure on gun crime, with warrants, checkpoints and illegal firearms being targeted. Judicial Independence Row: Regional women judges have condemned Prime Minister Gaston Browne’s controversial remarks about a judge, warning against threats to judicial independence. Child Protection & Registry Access: Social and Urban Transformation Minister Rawdon Turner backs moves toward making the Sex Offenders Registry publicly accessible, arguing it’s a key step to protect children. Education Push: Education Minister Daryll Matthew urged students to aim high at the start of the new term, while also thanking educators and calling for stronger parent involvement. Reparations & Culture: British Museum talks are set with slavery reparations campaigners over returning Caribbean artefacts, while Jamaica’s reparations petition heads to King Charles. Royal Spotlight: King Charles and Queen Camilla’s October Caribbean tour includes Antigua and Barbuda for CHOGM 2026. Culture on the Move: Antigua Carnival soca kings Young Lyrics and Tian Winter brought the island’s sound to Notting Hill, building buzz for Carnival’s 70th anniversary in 2027. Sports & Youth: Antigua’s pickleball team faced tough competition at the World Cup, while St. Joseph Academy athletes are set for college action and tennis development talks continue locally. Community Grief & Justice Reform: Bereaved parents are demanding justice system reforms, citing police silence, ignored court orders and poor communication. Arts & Leadership: CARICOM appoints Antigua’s Janet Simon as Dean of the Youth Ambassador Corps, focusing on youth mental health, nutrition and jobs. Remembering Marcella André: Veteran broadcaster Marcella André has died, leaving a major mark on regional media and communications.