National Day of Prayer: Antigua and Barbuda marked the public holiday with churches and broadcasters joining a day of repentance and reflection under “From Repentance to Restoration: Rebuilding Trust in the God of Our Nation,” ending with a national gathering at Antigua Recreation Grounds. Universal Free Education: The government rolled out universal free education from early childhood through university, covering tuition at UWI Five Islands and selected CXC exam fees to cut the cost barrier for families. Tourism & Culture in New York: ABTA brought Antigua Carnival energy to Brooklyn’s West Indian American Day Parade, using PIX11 coverage to spotlight mas, music and the lead-up to Antigua Carnival’s 70th anniversary. CHOGM 2026 Diplomacy: Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene met UK officials and the Commonwealth Secretary-General to review CHOGM readiness and priorities ahead of 1–4 November. Crime, Courts & Women Judges: PM Gaston Browne escalated his feud with the regional judiciary, sparking backlash after remarks about women judges and a threat to deport a sitting judge. Sex Offenders Registry Push: Browne backed steps to make Antigua’s sex offenders registry more publicly accessible, reigniting debate about child protection and privacy. Visa News: New U.S. visitor visa issuances to Antigua and Barbuda reportedly fell to zero in early 2026, while Ghanaian passport holders gained visa-free travel to Antigua for up to 90 days. Cricket Development: Cricket West Indies appointed New Zealand coach Bob Carter as batting consultant to strengthen regional batting ahead of major 2027 tournaments. Disability Inclusion: A UN campaign highlighted disability-inclusive employment, naming Joshuanette Francis of Antigua and Barbuda among regional advocates. Prison Tech Boost: CIBC Caribbean and UWI Lifelong Learning Unit donated computers to His Majesty’s Prison to expand inmate learning and digital skills.