Spanish in Schools: Cabinet is reviewing a three-year plan to expand Spanish across Antigua and Barbuda, potentially adding 18–20 teachers, with a revised curriculum and support from partners like Spain and the Dominican Republic—while keeping French in the modern language programme. Air Connectivity: Sunrise Airways launched a direct Antigua–Barbados service with a twice-weekly non-stop route, positioning it as “One Caribbean” connectivity for tourism, business and family travel. CHOGM Culture: The CHOGM National Taskforce unveiled “Dual Thresholds,” turning 28 wooden doors into a 56-piece public art exhibition by local artists ahead of CHOGM 2026. Youth & Learning: New Winthorpes Primary celebrated academic achievement at graduation, and St Joseph’s Academy used EC$12,500 from the Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef prize to buy commercial convection ovens for its Food and Nutrition Department. Entertainment & Travel Tension: Reports say US visas were revoked for several Antigua and Barbuda entertainers, including soca star Tian Winter, sparking concern in the local music sector. Cost of Living: Electricity prices jumped in the year to June 2026, pushing annual inflation to 3.7% in the latest CPI. Sports & Community: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons named overseas players for CPL 2026, while Carnival City’s upgrades and Queen of Carnival Zaine Frederick’s message highlighted confidence and preparation. Justice Watch: A Transport Board employee, Rockell Browne, was convicted of wounding a colleague after an office clash in 2022. Digital Safety Debate: CARICOM is weighing whether to restrict social media access for children under 16.