Waste & Recycling Push: Tourism leader Joshuanette Francis urges Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism sector to fund its own waste management upgrades, proposing hotel-by-hotel contributions toward equipment that turns glass into sand, plus composting gear—aiming for a $300,000 project and faster action beyond government support. Hazardous Chemicals Training: Two local officials completed a regional workshop in Trinidad and Tobago on hazardous chemicals and waste, strengthening how Antigua and Barbuda implements multilateral environmental agreements. Air Quality Watch: Saharan dust is expected to bring moderate air quality Saturday (AQI 51–70) with health risks mainly for people with asthma, respiratory or heart conditions, and older adults/children. Marine Safety: A small craft advisory warns of strong winds and rough seas (up to ~10 feet) affecting Antigua and nearby islands, urging inexperienced mariners to avoid the area. Health Data for Better Planning: Minister Michael Joseph says improving health information systems and data handling is key to better policy and healthcare decisions. Regional Climate Law Context: An op-ed highlights how small island states, including Antigua and Barbuda, are pursuing climate accountability through international law as sea-level rise and extreme weather intensify. Tourism Heritage Milestone: Antigua Naval Dockyard marks 10 years since UNESCO World Heritage inscription, celebrating conservation and the site’s layered history.