Citizenship by Investment Pressure: Antigua and Barbuda is moving to tighten its Citizenship by Investment rules, proposing a jump in the post-approval residency requirement from 5 days to 30 days and adding oversight for the Citizenship by Investment Unit. EU Visa Threat: At the same time, the EU has told five Eastern Caribbean governments to end CBI by 2028 or face loss of visa-free travel, with prime ministers planning a unified trip to Brussels. Air Quality Watch: Another Saharan dust surge is expected to bring Antigua and Barbuda’s air quality down to “moderate” levels Saturday (AQI 51–70), with extra caution for people with asthma, heart or respiratory conditions. Marine Safety: A small craft advisory is in effect as winds and hazardous seas push to around 10 feet in places, urging mariners—especially less experienced ones—to avoid affected waters. Health Data Push: Health Minister Michael Joseph says stronger health information systems and better data collection and reporting are key to evidence-based healthcare planning. Land for Food: Government has reclaimed 682 acres of idle agricultural land for redistribution to 50 vetted farmers to boost local food production. UN SDGs Funding Gap: A UN warning says Sustainable Development Goals progress is stalled without more funding and reforms.