Renewables Funding: IRENA opened a funding call for renewable energy projects across Central America and the Caribbean, including Antigua and Barbuda, with proposals prioritized before Sept 1 and support via its Climate Investment Platform and Energy Transition Finance Accelerator. Energy Leadership: Antigua and Barbuda appointed veteran engineer Girvan Piggott as Director of Energy, aiming to push renewable rollout, energy efficiency and energy security. Airport Upgrade: Runway paving at V.C. Bird International Airport is completed, moving the US$50m rehabilitation toward final testing and approval stages. Maritime Jobs: Tropical Shipping, PMAC and the Port Authority launched the second Maritime Apprenticeship cohort, training young people in shipping, port operations and logistics. Pharma Regulation: Chief Drug Inspector Alfred Athill represented Antigua and Barbuda at India’s Global Drug Regulatory Conclave, joining regulators and industry on drug safety and regulatory convergence. Tourism & Hospitality: Antiguan Ryancia Henry was appointed hotel manager at The Knox, Auberge Collection in Dallas, while The Verandah Antigua continues to draw attention as an adults-only resort option. Public Safety: Police and volunteers began a search for missing woman Shenett Jacobs, last seen July 25 near Brown’s Bay/Nonsuch Bay. Public Opinion: A survey found most Antiguans oppose commercial whaling and say many were unaware of government advocacy. Travel Disruption: WestJet’s flight attendant strike caused widespread cancellations affecting travellers trying to reach Antigua and Barbuda. Climate Watch: Regional forecasts warn of intense heat, uneven rainfall and flood risk later in the wet season.