LGBTQ Deportation Standoff: PM Gaston Browne says Antigua and Barbuda will not accept LGBTQ deportees under a proposed U.S. third-country deal, arguing the country already has “enough” and that any arrivals must be thoroughly vetted. EU Visa-Free Pressure: Browne also says the government will intensify talks with the EU to protect visa-free access, arguing an electronic travel authorization could address security concerns without ending travel privileges. Senate Focus on National Interest: Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant read a youth-parliament letter urging newly appointed senators to put the Constitution and national interest above partisan politics. UWI Cyber Warning: The University of the West Indies warns of an unauthorised website using its branding and collecting personal data. Health & Community Action: A “Ride for a Cause” campaign presses for the reopening of the cancer centre, while WISH and Hopeful Hearts Foundation delivered mental health posters to Parham Primary School. Road Safety Court Update: La-Shanti Cooper pleads not guilty to causing death by dangerous driving in the May 2023 All Saints Road crash. Tourism & Culture: Elite Island Resorts and reggae ambassador Causion release a Caribbean Heritage Month music video filmed at The Verandah Antigua. Youth & Entrepreneurship: Barbuda’s barbudanGO workshop in partnership with ACB Caribbean and Digicel backs young innovators with business skills and pitches.