Work Permits Tightened: Cabinet says Antigua and Barbuda will tighten work permit rules and require stronger proof that jobs were widely advertised locally before foreign workers are approved. CHOGM 2026 Push: Preparations for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting are moving steadily, with hundreds of volunteers and delegation liaison officers already lined up, plus ongoing security and logistics planning. Potters Sports Upgrade: PM Gaston Browne has pledged funding to expand the Potters Playing Field swimming pool as the wider redevelopment nears completion ahead of CHOGM. Barbuda Land Registry Fight: The Barbuda Council is pushing back hard against the government’s plan for a Barbuda Land Registry and the sale of Crown lands, saying the island’s lands are not for sale and the matter is headed to court. Tourism Standards: The tourism minister urged cruise stakeholders to raise professionalism and service quality as Antigua targets stronger cruise growth. Education Wins: Antigua and Barbuda honoured top performers at the 40th National CSEC Awards, including Kaylei John-Baptiste as Student of the Year. Visa Shock in Tourism: The newly elected CHTA president, Gregor Nassief, was denied a US visa renewal, raising concerns about wider Caribbean travel and investment fallout. Sports Spotlight: The U20 team’s CONCACAF preparations continue with support from striker Omar Al Somah, while ABFA says top-tier football returns to the Antigua Recreation Ground on a trial basis. Health & Youth Advocacy: A community engagement drive focused on protecting children from unhealthy food marketing around schools.