Fuel Pain at the Pump: PM Gaston Browne says U.S.-Iran war shocks have squeezed Antigua and Barbuda’s fuel finances, forcing a smaller EC$2 increase (gasoline EC$14.50→EC$16.50; diesel EC$16.25) after months of heavy subsidy pressure. Airport Expansion Planning: Cabinet approved a 2027–2032 five-year strategic plan for V.C. Bird and Barbuda International airports, aiming to guide growth, routes, tech, cargo and sustainability. Disaster Response Upgrade: NODS is training district teams to do faster digital damage assessments using KoboToolbox, moving away from paper checks. Water Resilience Message: A new “Story of Water” update highlights seawater-to-potable production gains, while stressing conservation still matters. Whaling Policy Debate: Local environmental groups and OceanCare urge Antigua and Barbuda to rethink its International Whaling Commission stance, arguing it clashes with the country’s environmental record and public opinion. Tourism Carrying Capacity: The Tourism Minister announced a study to set how much visitor growth the islands can handle without harming beaches, communities or natural resources. Hydroponics Grant: Blue Dragonfly Foundation received a US$50,000 grant to build a hydroponic farm in John Hughes, pairing climate-conscious food production with training and jobs for autistic people. School Closure Rumour Denied: Education officials say a circulating notice about a nationwide closure is fake; students should report as usual.